University of St. Gallen vs ZHAW School of Management and Law

Frequently asked

Is University of St. Gallen or ZHAW School of Management and Law ranked higher?

On the Financial Times 2025 Masters in Management ranking, University of St. Gallen places #1 and ZHAW School of Management and Law #58, so University of St. Gallen ranks higher. A few places on one table rarely settle the decision, though — programme fit, location and cost usually matter more than the gap.

Which is more affordable, University of St. Gallen or ZHAW School of Management and Law?

Tuition is CHF 9,987 (full program) at University of St. Gallen and CHF 720 per semester Swiss-domiciled (≈CHF 2,160); +CHF 500/semester for students domiciled abroad (≈CHF 3,660) at ZHAW School of Management and Law. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in St. Gallen versus Winterthur, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.

Which has higher graduate salaries, University of St. Gallen or ZHAW School of Management and Law?

University of St. Gallen reports the higher graduate salary ($140k) against $102k at ZHAW School of Management and Law. Treat headline salary figures as indicative: they reflect each cohort's industry mix and how the school surveys alumni as much as raw earning power.

Do you need the GMAT for University of St. Gallen or ZHAW School of Management and Law?

University of St. Gallen generally looks for around 650–740; ZHAW School of Management and Law has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE. Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.

Should I choose University of St. Gallen or ZHAW School of Management and Law?

There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (St. Gallen, Switzerland versus Winterthur, Switzerland), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.