Who can apply for UZHISS?

Bachelor and Master students who are currently enrolled at a university are welcome to apply. You must meet our English language requirements (B2 or higher) as well as some subject specific requirements depending on the program. For more information, please see “Entry Requirements” under “Facts and Figures”. For our on-campus programs, please note that students need to be at least 18 years of age at the time of attending the summer school.

How do I apply?

Follow our six easy steps outlined in our application process. You will need to provide the following documents: scan of your passport, motivation letter (max. 500 words), confirmation from your home university, current Transcript of Records, a photo of yourself, a language certificate (not mandatory).

Can I apply for more than one UZHISS program?

You can only apply for more than one program option but will only be admitted to one program. All our summer schools take place simultaneously.

When will I hear from you about my application?

You will receive an email confirming that your application has been received by our team. All applications are processed by our selection committee and we aim to inform you of the outcome within 7 days of submitting your complete dossier.

How much is the summer school fee for UZHISS?

The summer school fee is 3,450 Swiss francs. Please reach out to our team (summer@int.uzh.ch) to inquire about available partner discounts.

What is included in the summer school fee?

The fee includes tuition and assessment, self-catering accommodation in the city of Zurich, all events from our social program, and our final certificate and Transcript of Records.

For the duration of the summer school, you will also receive a student meal card with which you have access to discounted meals at all UZH cafeterias on the main campus. Additionally, participants receive a public transport ticket that covers the fare for most connections in the Zurich city center.

Are the Academic Programs credit-bearing?

Yes, each program is worth 6 ECTS.

When will I receive the credits?

Credits will be awarded on successful completion of the Academic Program following assessment. An official transcript will be sent out to students at the end of the course.

How can I transfer my credits?

Please check with your home institution regarding credit transfer. The UZH International Summer Schools cannot guarantee that students will be able to accredit the summer school module at their home university.

Am I eligible for a partner discount?*

Generous discounts are available for full-time students that are enrolled at certain partner universities. If you submit your application via our application platform and are currently enrolled at one of our partner universities, you will be automatically notified about any available discounts. Please rest assured that – if eligible – you will always be offered the highest available discount at the moment of your acceptance to the program.

How can I apply for a scholarship?*

“Deep Dive into Blockchain” offers a unique scholarship opportunity: These scholarships are generously offered by industry partners involved in the program and students who get such a scholarship will receive a generous discount towards the tuition fee. However, the selection process is highly competitive, and it will take a while for applicants to receive a final decision.

Your application dossier will serve as a basis for the selection committee’s decision, and we kindly ask you to state in your motivation letter that you would like to apply for one of these scholarships. You will not be considered for a scholarship if you do not express your wish to apply for one in your motivation letter.

These scholarships are offered for both on-campus and online participation.

*Please note that industry scholarships and partner discounts are mutually exclusive. Students who are receive a partner discount will not receive an industry scholarship (and vice-versa).

Do I need a visa to travel to Switzerland?

Please note that, as a summer school participant, it will be your responsibility to ensure that you have the valid travel documents required to enter Switzerland for the duration of the summer schools (and the additional travel days before and after the program).

Students from EU and EFTA countries need a valid travel document (i.e. passport or identification card) in order to enter Switzerland. For students from the new EU states, interim regulations apply. Please contact the Swiss embassy or consulate in your country for information about the exact procedures that apply for you. You can find a list of Swiss representations by following this link.

Students form outside the EU and from non-EFTA countries who wish to enter Switzerland for a stay of up to 90 days (within a 180-day period) can apply for a Schengen visa. Please note that this visa is not suitable for full-term exchange students and degree-seeking students who wish to study at the University of Zurich. You can find more information on the Schengen visa by following this link.

Is my accommodation included in the summer school fee?

Housing is included in the summer school fee unless otherwise stated in your offer letter. It covers one single room per participant in a self-catering residence in close proximity to the UZH campus. Please mention in your motivation letter if you would like to book your own accommodation.

The number of all available housing places for the UZHISS is limited but we always make sure to mention in our offer is housing is included.

Where is the accommodation located?*

All housing available in the general application period will be located at Meierwiesenstrasse 62, 8064 Zürich. More information is available here.

A very limited number of housing places with additional amenities (private bathroom & closer proximity to campus) is also available upon request. For more information please reach out to our team (preferably before submitting your application).

*Students who have received their offer after 15 March 2024 may be placed in a different housing unit than described above. Information is provided upon request.

When should I arrive in Zurich, Switzerland?

The move-in date for the summer school housing is 1 July 2024 at 12 pm. The first event of the UZHISS is also on 1 July 2024 and starts at 4pm. Information will be sent out to all participants with further instructions.

When do I need to move out?

The departure day for the summer school housing is 21 July 2024. The summer schools end on 19 July 2024, giving you plenty of time to clear your room and get ready to move out.

Can I cancel my application?

For information about cancellation and for all UZHISS regulations, please refer to our UZHISS Regulations.