Student city guide
Study in Zurich
This guide explains student life in Zurich, Switzerland, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,949, Temperate climate with four distinct seasons, featuring warm summers and cold, snowy winters., National Visa (Type D) and Student Residence Permit (B Permit) guidance, 4 universities. Explore verified details for Switzerland below.
Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $1,949
- Climate
- Temperate climate with four distinct seasons, featuring warm summers and cold, snowy winters.
- Safety score
- 90/100
- English friendliness
- 85%
- Student visa
- National Visa (Type D) and Student Residence Permit (B Permit)
- Work while studying
- Up to 15 hours per week during the semester and full-time during holidays (non-EU/EFTA students must wait 6 months to begin working).
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$1,028
- Food$509
- Transport$107
- Leisure$305
Rent is for Estimated monthly cost for rent, heating, and energy costs for a student room.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Home to world-class universities like ETH Zurich and UZH
- Exceptional safety, cleanliness, and public services
- Beautiful natural surroundings with Lake Zurich and nearby Alps
- Excellent and highly reliable public transportation network
Considerations
- Extremely high cost of living across all categories
- Highly competitive and expensive student housing market
- Strict work restrictions for non-EU students during their first six months
Student housing in Zurich
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