Universität St. Gallen (HSG)

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Universität St. Gallen (HSG): the applicant's brief

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The short answer

Universität St. Gallen (HSG) is a public university in Switzerland offering a small programme portfolio across bachelor’s, master’s, and professional levels. It suits students who want a focused choice of study options rather than a large catalogue.
What you can study

You can study Arts and Sciences: Interdisciplinary Problems and Methods, MASc in Complex Systems and Problems, MASc in Education Futures, MASc in AI and Collective Intelligence, and The LIS MBA. The university lists 5 programmes in total across Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and Professional levels.
Getting in

International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any language or programme-specific conditions. If you are applying from abroad, confirm the exact application route for your chosen programme before you submit anything.
What it costs

The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here. Confirm the current fee and payment details with the admissions office; living costs in Switzerland should also be planned for separately.
Coming from abroad

The language of instruction is not stated. Before applying, confirm the teaching language, whether your previous qualifications are accepted, which documents need translation or certification, and what visa or residence steps you must handle after admission.
How it compares

With 80 universities in Switzerland, HSG sits in a country with many options, but its own profile is narrower than most because it lists only 5 programmes. That makes it a better fit for someone who already wants one of its specific subject options and prefers a smaller, more targeted catalogue.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Universität St. Gallen (HSG)

What type of university is Universität St. Gallen (HSG)?

It is a public university.

How many programmes does HSG list?

It lists 5 programmes.

Which degree levels are offered?

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and Professional.

What is the official website?

http://www.unisg.ch/

Overview

The University of St. Gallen (HSG) is a public research university located in St. Gallen, Switzerland, that specialises in business administration, economics, law, international affairs, and computer science. It was established in 1898. It consistently ranks as one of the best business schools in Europe. In 2022, it had 9,590 students, of which 3,757 were master's students and 584 were doctoral students.

Tuition fees & costs

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Switzerland.