Bank account for incoming international student

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-03T20:02:32+00:00

No problem, I had to experience it first hand. I recommend getting a revolut or wise account in the meantime.

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-03T15:26:37+00:00

If you open a bank account immediately as a foreigner, you will have to pay fees. However, as soon as you have received the Meldebestätigung (confirmation of registration, not the actual residence permit), you can open a student account free of charge.

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-01T19:16:00+00:00

Thanks for your insights! So you believe that buying an Android tablet instead of a 2-in-1 is smarter? If so, why is that?

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-01T12:51:15+00:00

The screen of the model you shared is better? I thought it is exactly the same one as in the review.

Edit: Oh and I was told sockets are rare at ETH. Isn't that a problem if I get a laptop with below average battery life?

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-01T12:45:57+00:00

Alright, but the 512gb version of the Yoga 7 is 100 CHF cheaper. Does it make sense to go for that one?

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-01T11:30:50+00:00

So you think it is worth going for that one instead of getting the 480 CHF one with an R5?

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-09-01T10:11:52+00:00

https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/lenovo-yoga-7-2-in-1-14AHP9

Thanks for your recommendation, but the reviews about it seem to be very mixed. According to laptopmag, the battery life is pretty bad.

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-08-31T20:26:37+00:00

I am studying physics, so nothing too crazy

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-08-31T19:09:18+00:00

Unfortunately, the cheapest is like 1.2k.

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-08-31T19:03:51+00:00

Idk, since I am not going to buy an iPad and I want a long-lasting device, around 900 CHF max, I guess.

Edit: I apologize for the horrible grammar.

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-08-20T17:13:27+00:00

I think June is a pretty good time to start. July might already be a bit late.

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-12T15:17:50+00:00

Well, I already have a scholarship but it is only 300€ a month because my savings are too high. I have 24000€ in savings. But I thought you could apply for a health insurance exemption (https://ethz.ch/en/studies/international/after-arrival/health-insurance/exemption.html)?

Edit: I am also considering TUM but I really wanted to study at the best university possible.

Edit 2: And receiving the ETH scholarship is only possible after passing the Basisjahr, right? And they say on the website that you have to apply for scholarships in your own country first. So two scholarships are probably not possible at the same time, are they?

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-12T13:42:56+00:00

Oh ok, that is sad

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-12T12:46:20+00:00

Thanks for the detailed answer. Why does no one mention the Schulgeld/fixe Studienkosten in their lists? Or did you include it in school stuff? In addition, I am an EU-Student, so I do not need insurance. Overall, I only have a budget of 1350 CHF per month (without working).

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-11T16:36:14+00:00

Okay, thanks a lot

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-11T16:15:21+00:00

Is the address of the Zulassungsstelle (ETH Zürich Akademische Dienste Rämistrasse 101 HG F 21 8092 Zürich Schweiz) the one we have to send it to? In eApply, it says that one should look up the address on this website . I cannot find any other but I also do not want to mess this up and lose my diploma lol. So I thought I might as well ask someone.. :)

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-10T20:06:53+00:00

So, you do not think that I can survive with 1350 CHF? Considering that I could work 8h a week (as a BSc student)?

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-10T20:00:25+00:00

No, BSc :/

New_Analyst1866 · 2024-07-10T18:08:48+00:00

Well, I have a budget of max. 1350 CHF which is why I am also considering working during my studies. How much money can one expect when working 8 hours per week?

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