Study in Liechtenstein

Officially the Principality of Liechtenstein, Liechtenstein is a German-speaking country with a population of just over 38,000. Bordered by Switzerland to the East and Austria to the West, Liechtenstein is located entirely in the Alps. This makes it mainly mountainous, and therefore a winter sports hotspot. Liechtenstein is a member of the United Nations and the European Free Trade Association, as well as participating in the European Economic Area and the Schengen Area. It also has agreements with most of the European Union member states, although is not a member itself.

Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy and is currently lead by Prince Hans-Adam II. Covering only 160 square kilometres, it is the smallest country to border two countries, as well as having one of the highest GDP per capita in the world. The literacy rate in Liechtenstein is 100%, with education being a priority for the majority of residents.

Liechtenstein uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency.

Tuition fees in Liechtenstein will depend on where you study and what type of degree you choose. Another factor that may affect the price of tuition is where you are from. Students from an EU country, as well as those from the EEA, tend to pay less. On average, you should expect to pay around CHF 850 per semester. For specific fee information, contact your institution.

Cost of living in Liechtenstein are reasonable, and comparable to other European countries. You should expect to need around CHF 1,500 per month. This accounts for accommodation, groceries and travel. You should always budget for more than the necessities, if you can. The cheapest accommodation is always halls of residence, so it would be worth having a look at this for your institution.

Another cost that students need to consider is health insurance. If you are an EHIC card holder, then you will be able to access the same healthcare at the same price as Liechtenstein citizens. Even if you have an EHIC, you will still need to pay about CHF 67 per month to cover the basic healthcare costs. If you are from any other country, you will need to ensure that you have valid health insurance for the duration of your studies. This means that you will either need to purchase a policy, or check that your current policy covers you in Liechtenstein. Your institution will be able to provide guidance for health insurance.

Even though it is not a member of the EU, Liechtenstein has agreements with other member states. This means that if you are from an EU country, you will not need a visa to study in Liechtenstein, but you will need to get a residency permit. If you are from any other country, you will need to obtain a visa before you are able to travel to Liechtenstein. Your chosen institution will be able to provide information about this process and the requirements.

The official language of Liechtenstein is German.

Universities in Liechtenstein offer most of their courses in German, with a select few being offered in English. You must provide evidence of your language proficiency if you are studying in a non-native language. If you do not meet the required standards, you might be able to take a language preparation course at your institution. Contact them if you require more assistance or information about this.

Vaduz

The capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz is home to just over 5,500 people. Vaduz is the seat of national parliament, as well as being the official residence of the Prince of Liechtenstein. During the Swabian War of 1499, Vaduz castle was ransacked by the Swiss, and the entire town was destroyed.

There is one university located in Vaduz; the University of Liechtenstein. The institution focuses mainly on delivering architecture and business economics study programmes. The students and faculty come from 40 countries around the world. With 200 academic staff and only 800 students studying here, you are guaranteed to be getting a high quality education.