1. Swiss education is world-class
The Swiss higher education system is known as extremely rigorous and demanding. After all, the Swiss invented some cool things that have deeply made our life easier or more entertaining: the vegetable peeler, the bobsleigh, or the cellophane are just a few examples.

If you manage to be accepted by a Swiss university, you are guaranteed to get the best academic training you could ask for. In return, you’ll have to prove you are disciplined, well-prepared and keep up with the knowledge you receive from professors.

According to global rankings, these are some of the best Swiss universities:

ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology
EPFL - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne
University of Zurich
University of Geneva
University of Bern
Here are other universities we recommend in Switzerland:

University of St. Gallen
Sustainability Management School (SUMAS)
Robert Kennedy College
Geneva Business School
Università della Svizzera italiana (USI)
2. Get lost in a wide multicultural environment
You will instantly notice the cosmopolitan environment from the moment you land in Switzerland and start walking around the streets. One minute, you can hear people taking in German, and the next minute, you’ll encounter people talking in French or Italian. No need to worry though! Everyone speaks perfect English as well.

Recent statistics indicate that about 25% of the people living in Switzerland are foreigners and the rest locals. Despite the fact that Switzerland is well known for strictly monitoring the number of work permits and the immigrant population, the people who are studying, living and working here come from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds ranging from India to Mexico and from South Africa to Lebanon and Russia.

While this may sound complicated, as a foreign student, this is definitely an advantage; people are used to internationals, so you will hardly feel a stranger.

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5. University of Basel
The University of Basel, founded in 1460, is the oldest university in Switzerland and is among the world’s oldest surviving universities. 

Up to a quarter of students that study at the university are international. 

The university has seven faculties: theology, law, m

Swiss Student Visa: Non-EU/EEA/EFTA Nationals
Non European citizens must hold a Swiss student visa in order to be allowed entrance and stay in Switzerland while studying. Visit the nearest Swiss Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence and book an appointment for a visa. Make sure to book your appointment months before the beginning of your studies. You will need the following documents: 

A valid passport or identification card.
A completed and signed residence permit application form. 
A certificate or letter of acceptance from a Swiss university.
Sufficient funds to support you throughout your studies. This can be provided through bank statements.
Proof of payment of the university fees, if applicable.
Your curriculum vitae (CV). 
A written statement that you will leave Switzerland upon completion of your studies. 
Keep in mind that the Swiss authorities might ask you to take a language test in order to make sure you are able to follow the university courses. All the aforementioned documents must be also submitted in French, German, English or Italian. Contact your nearest Swiss Embassy for certified translations of your documents. 

Swiss Student Visa: Necessary Documents
For the acquisition of a Swiss student visa, you will need to have the following documents: 

Three long-stay visa (D Visa) application forms, filled and signed. 
Four passport-size photographs.
A valid passport.
Letter of acceptance from a Swiss University.
Proof of payment of the registration and tuition fees, either original or copy.
Proof of sufficient funds for your studies in Switzerland through bank statements.
Scholarship/Loan proof, if applicable.
Curriculum Vitae.
Letter of motivation.
A written statement that you will leave Switzerland upon completion of your studies.

It can be challenging for foreigners to work in Switzerland because it is not part of the EU and has strict visa rules, plus the job market is highly competitive and demands multilingual competency. Nevertheless, it is possible for foreigners to get a job in Switzerland that will qualify them for a residence permit