Master's
CHF 1,600 / month + housing
University of Lausanne
Lausanne, Switzerland
"A lakeside public university on the Dorigny campus in Lausanne"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#212 (QS)
PSW VISA
6 months
About University of Lausanne
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a public university in Lausanne, in the French-speaking canton of Vaud. It traces its roots to an academy founded in 1537 and became a university in 1890. Its Dorigny campus lies on the shore of Lake Geneva next to EPFL. It has about 15,000 students and seven faculties, and is known for HEC Lausanne (business and economics), life sciences and the social sciences. Bachelor's teaching is mainly in French, while many HEC master's are taught in English.
Rankings & Recognition
#212
Ranked #212 (joint) in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#233 joint in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Lausanne's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
37.0#
Employer Reputation
40.2#
Faculty / Student
49.0#
Citations / Faculty
69.0#
Intl. Faculty
100.0#
Intl. Students
67.0#
Intl. Research Network
83.5#
Employment Outcomes
61.1#
Sustainability
70.3#
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Key Facts
1537 (Academy)
Founded
14,371
Total Students
3,330
International Students
1,588
Faculty
Dorigny, Lake Geneva
Main Campus
Popular Programs
Management
Finance
Economics
Information Systems and Digital Innovation
Biology
Law
Application Details
Application Route
UNIL online application
Visa Deadline (MScM)
28 February
Standard Deadline (MScM)
30 April
Non-Swiss Diploma Fee
CHF 200
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
TOEFL iBT (HEC MSc)
|
100 |
|
IELTS Academic (HEC MSc)
|
7.0 |
|
English level (MSc Management)
|
C1 |
|
French (French-taught degrees)
|
Required |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
6 months (job-seeking)
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
Application Fee
CHF 200 (non-Swiss diploma)
Avg Scholarship
CHF 1,600 / month
Career Outcomes
61%
Placement Ratio
6 months
Post-Study Work
15 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 1,588
International Staff — 50%
—
Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
UNIL's main Dorigny campus is a green lakeside site on Lake Geneva, shared with EPFL and linked to Lausanne by the M1 metro, with a smaller site for medicine at the university hospital (CHUV).
Campus Details
Lakeside
Dorigny campus
14371
students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 16 to 25 C
Coldest (Jan): 1 to 5 C
Climate: Temperate oceanic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: FMEL student housing and private rental
Dining
Dining: Campus restaurants and cafeterias
Health & Wellness
Health: Swiss basic health insurance (compulsory unless exempt)
Activities & Clubs
Student associations
University sport (UNIL-EPFL)
Lake activities
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
14,371
International Students
3,330
Undergraduate
56%
Postgraduate
44%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (all students)
CHF 500 / semester
Compulsory fees
CHF 80 / semester
Total semester fee
CHF 580 / semester
Non-Swiss diploma fee
CHF 200 (one-time)
Intakes & Deadlines
Programmes start in September. For the HEC MSc in Management, the application deadline is 30 April, but candidates who need a visa must apply by 28 February. UNIL Master's Grants for foreign students have an earlier deadline (around 1 November of the year before entry) and require a separate admission application.
Scholarships at University of Lausanne
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Matura-equivalent certificate; French proficiency
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree; TOEFL 100 / IELTS 7.0 (HEC)
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT (HEC MSc)
IELTS Academic (HEC MSc)
English level (MSc Management)
French (French-taught degrees)
RequiredRequired Documents
Passport copy
Upper secondary school certificate (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript (master)
Academic transcripts
Language certificate (English, French or German as required)
CV and motivation letter (many programmes)
Admission letter (visa)
Proof of sufficient funds (visa)
Health insurance
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for admission rules, language of instruction and the deadline for visa-required applicants.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, degree certificates, CV and language certificate, and pay the application fee.
3
Receive admission
Wait for the formal and academic review and the admission letter from the institution.
4
National D visa
Non-EU/EFTA students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with the admission letter and proof of funds.
5
Arrive and register
Register with the local residents office (commune) within 14 days of arrival to obtain a B residence permit for study.
6
Enrol and insure
Complete enrolment, pay the semester fee and take out Swiss basic health insurance unless exempted.
Campus & Location
UNIL's main Dorigny campus is a green lakeside site on Lake Geneva, shared with EPFL and linked to Lausanne by the M1 metro, with a smaller site for medicine at the university hospital (CHUV).
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