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University of Italian-speaking Switzerland

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Overview

Università della Svizzera Italiana (University of Italian-speaking Switzerland, Université de la Suisse italienne) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Lugano, Ticino, Switzerland. This institution also has a branch campus in Mendrisio and Bellinzona. Established in 1996, Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation. USI provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. USI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name (English) University of Italian-speaking Switzerland
Name
Name (Non Latin) Université de la Suisse italienne
Acronym USI
Founded 1996
Motto
Colours
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Location

Address Via G. Buffi 13
Lugano
6900 Ticino
Switzerland
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University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Phone Number (58) 666 4000
University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Fax Number (58) 666 4647
Other locations Mendrisio and Bellinzona

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University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1999


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Università della Svizzera Italiana's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Federal Office for Professional Education and Technology (OPET)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Italian-speaking Switzerland as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's academic range and degree level offering.



Università della Svizzera Italiana: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Italian-speaking Switzerland categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Italian-speaking Switzerland.



University of Italian-speaking Switzerland: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Italian-speaking Switzerland website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Admission Info


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Università della Svizzera italiana has more than 2100 international students.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Admission Office Admission Office

Via Buffi 13
Lugano 6900
(58) 666 4000


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Size and Profile


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Control Type Control Type

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Facilities


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Library


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Services


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Università della Svizzera Italiana consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Communication Sciences
  • Faculty of Informatics
  • Faculty of Biomedical Sciences
  • The Academy of Architecture

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Università della Svizzera Italiana's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Swiss University Conference (SUC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland public or private?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland profit or non-profit?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Italian-speaking Switzerland in terms of enrollment?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Italian-speaking Switzerland in terms of academic staff?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland a coeducational institution?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland use?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland admit international students?

Yes. Università della Svizzera italiana has more than 2100 international students.

What is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend University of Italian-speaking Switzerland USI?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland USI located?

University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is located in Lugano, Ticino, Switzerland. Address: Via G. Buffi 13.

Is University of Italian-speaking Switzerland USI accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Italian-speaking Switzerland is accredited by Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation (since 1999).

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Italian-speaking Switzerland have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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