Two Unforgettable Weeks in Switzerland

19 - 31 JULY 2027

Franklin Switzerland offers a chance for motivated high school students (ages 15–18) to immerse themselves in transformative summer learning experiences on our international campus in Lugano. Designed to spark curiosity, build global awareness, and develop university-level skills, our High School program combines academic rigor with hands-on exploration and collaborative learning. Courses focus on business, marketing, and sustainability, offering students the opportunity to explore new interests and gain practical skills in an international academic environment.

Apply by January 15, 2027, to take advantage of our Early Bird price of CHF 2,500 and save CHF 500 on the regular program fee of CHF 3,000!

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Why take a summer course

Franklin's summer program provides the opportunity for high school students to:

  • Enjoy first-class teaching,
  • Learn alongside students from around the world in a small class environment,
  • Enhance their resumes,
  • Strengthen essential skills for their university career, and
  • Earn three university credits!  

High School Summer Program Highlights

  • Discover Europe: Spend two weeks in Lugano, Switzerland, with exciting off-site excursions to Milan and Andermatt.
  • Live on Campus: Experience college life with on-campus housing and meals included
  • Explore Your Interests: Choose courses in Business or Sustainability.
  • Earn University Credits: Complete the program and earn 3 university credits.
  • International Experience: Study alongside students from around the world in small, collaborative classes.
  • Build Essential Skills: Strengthen your academic skills and enhance your resume for future university applications.
  • First-Class Teaching: Learn from experienced faculty in a university-level environment.

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Sustainability, Eco-Resilience, and Climate Justice

As climate change accelerates, communities worldwide are imagining new ways to build healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable futures. But the challenges are complex. What actions will truly make a difference, and who gets to decide? How can everyday people contribute—and stay hopeful—as natural disasters increase?

 

Business in Action: An Experiential Introduction to Business, Markets, and Management

Businesses shape nearly every aspect of our lives, from the products we buy to the technologies we use. But what makes a company successful? How do businesses attract customers, develop new ideas, and compete in a changing global economy? Through excursions, hands-on activities, and encounters with the world of business, students discover how companies operate and explore the challenges and opportunities facing tomorrow's entrepreneurs and leaders.

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Sustainability, Eco-Resilience, and Climate Justice

The accelerating impacts of climate change demand more than quick fixes—they call for informed, resilient, and compassionate leadership. This program offers a comprehensive introduction to environmental issues, unpacking the roots of climate disruption, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social injustice. Through an interdisciplinary approach, students discover how ecological systems, human behavior, and global policies intersect, gaining a clearer understanding of what meaningful action looks like.

Students also explore the emotional and psychological dimensions of environmental worry, learning strategies for empowerment, optimism, and personal resilience. Experiential learning is central: guided by local experts, students investigate the natural beauty surrounding Lugano and examine how communities respond to ecological change.

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Business in Action: An Experiential Introduction to Business, Markets, and Management

From the brands we choose to the technologies we use, businesses shape our everyday lives. But what makes a business successful? How do companies understand their customers, develop new ideas, compete in global markets, and respond to a changing world? This course offers a hands-on introduction to business, exploring the roles of marketing, finance, leadership, entrepreneurship, and strategy, as well as the growing influence of artificial intelligence and sustainability.

Experiential learning is central to the course. Through excursions, interactive workshops, and opportunities to engage with businesses and industry professionals, students discover how business works beyond the classroom. Drawing on Switzerland's international business environment, they examine real-world challenges, explore their own ideas, and develop skills in collaboration, problem-solving, and decision-making.

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Application

We welcome rising juniors and seniors who are at least 15 years old and have completed at least 10 years of schooling to get a head start on their bachelor's degree.

Take advantage of our Early Bird offer: CHF 2,500 for applications submitted by January 15, 2027. After this date, the regular programme fee of CHF 3,000 applies.

Application Requirements

  • A completed application form and payment of a non-refundable application fee (CHF 50 or USD 65).
  • Copy of the latest high school transcript/report card.

English Language Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting one of the following:

  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 80
  • IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.0
  • Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 110, with no individual component below 100–105

This requirement is waived if:

  • English is your native language.
  • You have completed your last two years of education at a school where English is the primary language of instruction.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling admissions basis, so we encourage early submission.

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For general inquiries, please contact the admissions team at admissions@fus.edu.

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