I'm looking to apply to the University of Zurich to study towards a Masters degree in Banking and Finance. As an American, I'm wondering if anyone can provide any special insight into the process. Are the entry requirements strict?

I speak German, and my other qualifications are relatively good. I'm just wondering if they are generally lenient or strict regarding admissions for foreign students.

If you have a good and relevant(more or less) BA as well as speaking German, I don't see any problems in getting accepted on your course. Provided you can pay the fees and support yourself. I have no idea how tough your chosen course is, but judging from the fact that many foreign students are doing courses here because they can't get on a decent course in their home countries, I suspect that they might be a little more relaxed about entrance criteria than some other places.