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Official website
www.hevs.chSwitzerlandQS #150 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Haute Ecole Spécialisée de Suisse Occidentale (Siège)
The Haute Ecole Spécialisée de Suisse Occidentale (Siège) is a specialized higher education institution located in Switzerland. It offers a wide range of programs in various fields such as business, engineering, health, and social sciences. The institution is known for its practical approach to education and its focus on preparing students for the workforce. It has a strong emphasis on research and innovation, contributing to the economic and social development of the region.
Last full enrichment: 17 Jun 2026
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
The campus offers an urban, 200-acre environment with a sporty, academic, and internationally diverse atmosphere, complemented by a large residential community.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
75% placement rate
Graduates benefit from a 75% placement rate, though specific starting salaries and top fields are not detailed.
Top Recruiters
Major regional employers (sector-dependent)
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
With 25,000 students, the university fosters a vibrant community in a city known for its lively nightlife and mild, rainy winters.
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake
Acceptance rate is 45.5%; applicants should check program pages 9–12 months before their target intake for optimal timing.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Switzerland: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake