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Why Study in Switzerland?
Switzerland known all over the world as the most dreamt about place for a honeymoon destination is now being known to the world as a study abroad destination.
The high quality of education is relatively accessible and a large percentage of the student population is comprised of foreign students. At colleges or universities you will meet and associate with people from all over the world, giving you a very global outlook and politically neutral understanding of life.
The cost of tuition is comparable to US and there is a wide variety of programs to choose from. The quality of education is renowned and the environment is conducive to research. The student here has a wide variety of programs to choose from. These programs are in English. The Ph. D candidates are a paid work force.
The classrooms have few students in order to give individual attention to all. There are excellent facilities and the environment is safe. International students are welcome in Switzerland.
The most popular of the educational facilities for foreign students, are the Swiss Hospitality Schools. Located in various towns and cities across Switzerland, these schools are renowned worldwide for their high standards and are almost a pre-requisite for hospitality students looking for a first class education.
Student entry visas should be requested from the Swiss Embassy or Consulate in your home country, after you have received your acceptance letters from the university. Most Swiss universities structure their academic year in three term periods that run from early September to December, late January to early May, and late May to July respectively.
Switzerland is an ideal location if you enjoy outdoor pursuits. The Swiss Alps provide a picture-perfect backdrop and you will find a wealth of activities available throughout the four seasons that will interest even the most lethargic of personalities.
After a grueling day of lectures, all universities and colleges offer a variety of recreational activities for their students. There are several inter-university sports tournaments and you are likely to find tennis courts, sports centres and a café-bar where students can socialize. Away from campus, students are entitled to discounts at exhibitions, theatres, art galleries, and museums.
The most sought after sport skiing is also possible here in season. Student can hire ski equipment.
Switzerland known for Swiss chocolates and watches is a very welcoming country.
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