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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.usi.chSwitzerlandQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Swiss U7+
Università Della Svizzera Italiana (USI)
The Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI) is a private university located in Lugano, Switzerland. It was founded in 1990 and is known for its focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. USI offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, including engineering, economics, architecture, and design. The university is also recognized for its strong research activities and collaborations with industry partners.
Key Facts
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Live portal snapshot
QS World #251 · 2023Times Higher Education #251 · 2023US News #251 · 2023Shanghai #201 · 2022Outlook #251 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialIntimate Community
8/10
Diversity
5/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies by season
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
100% placement rate
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Student Life
2,500 students (500 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Lugano, Switzerland
Climate: Varies by season
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6
When to apply: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- 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
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.33, p25=3.33, p75=3.33 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for Switzerland: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake