Managing your finances
The Neuchâtel region is relatively unaffected by the problems of accommodation and accessibility experienced elsewhere. Nonetheless, it is worth drawing up a budget before beginning your studies in the city.
One of the most significant costs is the tuition fee, payable each semester. The estimated average monthly budget varies between CHF 1600.- and CHF 1900.-.
Detailed monthly expenses
| ADMINISTRATIVE FEES | In Swiss francs |
| Registration, tuition fees and materials | Btw. 200.- and 400.- |
| REGULAR OUTGOINGS | |
| Sickness/Accident insurance) | Btw. 350.- and 380.- |
| Taxes and/or AHV/IV insurance | Btw. 40.- and 80.- |
| Travel expenses (travel cards, scooter or bike) | Btw. 10.- and 220.- |
| TOTAL REGULAR OUTGOINGS | Btw. 400.- and 680.- |
| PERSONAL EXPENSES | |
| Clothes/shoes | Btw. 70.- and 100.- |
| Hairdresser/hygiene care | Btw. 30.- and 50.- |
| Pocket money/mobile phone | Btw. 150.- and 200.- |
| TOTAL PERSONAL EXPENSES | Btw. 250.- and 350.- |
| SUPPLEMENTARY EXPENSES | |
| Medical expenses/doctor/dentist/optician | 60.- |
| TOTAL 1 (for students staying with family), excluding costs for meals | Btw. 910.- and 1'540.- |
| ADDITIONAL COSTS FOR OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMODATION | |
| Rent including additional bills | Btw. 370.- and 700.- |
| Meals (canteen) | Btw. 400.- and 500.- |
| Cleaning fees | Btw. 20.- and 40.- |
| TOTAL FOR OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMODATION | Btw. 790.- and 1'240.- |
| TOTAL 2 (for students having to find accommodation) | Btw. 1'700.- and 2'780.- |
Foreign students
Foreign students requiring visas must provide the authorities with financial guarantees covering the period of their studies. For more information, please contact the Service des migrations.
At your service
Social support and assistance
The Social Office manages the University’s social aid fund and private subsidies for students in difficulty. It responds to students’ requests for social and financial assistance, helps them with administrative procedures and advises them on social insurance and requests for assistance from social services.
Grants and financial support
Various types of grants, scholarships and financial support are available. Each stage of academic life, from entry into the Bachelor’s programme to research, has its own specific needs.
Student Jobs
The UniNE Career Centre regularly shares job postings and student/summer job opportunities.
