Maturierenden-Messe Zürich 2026
Saturday, 12 september 2026 | 10h00 - 16h00
Where do universities, organisations and businesses meet prospective students?
Right here.
Every year, the Maturierenden-Messe Zürich brings together hundreds of young people who are on the verge of making their educational choices – the perfect opportunity to present degree programs, university courses and other post-Matura options directly and in person.
– Registrations will be processed in the order in which they are received ("first come, first served").
– If you register by Friday, 29th of May 2026, we are able to guarantee a presence in all marketing instruments.
Key Facts
At the Maturierenden-Messe Zürich, everything revolves around the key question: "What comes next after the high school?"
The Maturierenden-Messe Zürich offers universities and companies an ideal platform to present themselves and their offerings to prospective high school graduates as well as secondary school students, and to engage with this target group in person.
97%
of exhibitors had a very positive of positive overall impression
1'000
high school students
(+200 parents and accompanying adults)
100%
rate the collaboration with talendo as very positive (94%) or positive (6%)
Ø 54
contacts made per exhibitor
Why it makes sense to participate
Direct contact
Do your programs offer ideal opportunities after secondary school, vocational training or technical college? Convince the relevant target group directly on site – it couldn't be easier.
Be visible at the right moment
Show your offerings where people are actively looking for them. The Maturierenden-Messe Zürich creates a space where you can present your study programs, values, and unique features in a clear and approachable way – far more effectively than through digital channels.
Authentic insights
Give a realistic impression of what studying or working at your institution means. Whether it's course content, campus life, or career opportunities:
a face-to-face encounter builds trust and helps young people make a decision that feels right.
Who will be there?
School leavers from across German-speaking Switzerland. Around 1’000 secondary school pupils from grammar schools, cantonal schools, vocational secondary schools and specialised secondary schools are expected to attend. In 2026 the Maturierenden-Messe Zürich will take place for the eight time.
Interested?
Further impressions and information from previous editions can be found in the feedback documentation.
Why exhibitors recommend to participate
ZHAW
«The Maturierenden-Messe gives visitors the opportunity to talk to students from a wide range of disciplines and universities. This first-hand information is incredibly valuable for high school graduates and provides enormous support when choosing a course of study.»
HF Tourismus & Management
«For us, the fair means direct contact with motivated high school graduates, honest conversations about their wishes and goals, and the opportunity to personally demonstrate how we can shape their future together.»
PH Bern
«From our perspective, the Maturierenden-Messe reaches exactly the right target audience. High school graduates and other interested visitors approached us with questions that were relevant and important to them. This enabled us to provide tailored information and advice. It also led to engaging conversations in which we were able to present our offering.»
Experiences of high school graduates
Visitor 2025
«I find the Maturierenden-Messe Zürich very valuable. I can highly recommend the exchange between students and prospective students. Especially when you are feeling uncertain, this fair provides more clarity and helps you become more aware of the many great study programs that are available.»
Visitor 2025
«The Maturierenden-Messe helped me by giving me a clearer idea of what I do - and do not - want to study.»
Visitor 2025
«People took the time to explain everything to us. I thought that was great and motivating.»
We are happy to assist you in person
We would be happy to advise you personally on your presentation opportunities and work together with you to create the desired appearance.