Two Unforgettable Weeks in Switzerland.
19 - 31 July 2027
Franklin Switzerland invites 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 will cover a range of engaging topics, including business and 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!
More information about the course offerings will be available soon.
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 & Marketing 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.
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 when you apply by January 15, 2027. After this date, the regular program fee is CHF 3,000.
Application Requirements
- A completed application form and payment of a non-refundable application fee (CHF 50 or USD 65).
- Copy of latest high school transcript/report card.
- Proof of English proficiency. If English is not your first language, or if you have not spent the last two years studying in a school where English is the primary language of instruction, you will need one of the following:
- TOEFL : 80 (internet-based)
- IELTS Academic Module: Average 6.0
- Duolingo: Score of 110, with no component under 100-105
Applications are reviewed on a rolling admissions basis, so we encourage early submission.
For general inquiries, please contact the admissions team at admissions@fus.edu.
Experiential Learning
At Franklin Switzerland, we highly value experiential learning, offering hands-on opportunities that empower students to connect academic theory with real-world practice. Read below some of the experiences we offer to High School students during our Summer Program:
- Visits to parks, vineyards, pollinator gardens, and Lake Lugano to explore efforts to preserve and enhance Ticino’s biodiversity
- Day trip into the Alps to learn about the development of sustainable approaches to outdoor recreation and tourism
- Day trip to Milan, which is part of the C40 network of cities committed to building “healthy, equitable and resilient communities” while cutting emissions in half by 2030.
- Lugano Arts & Culture Center.
- MASI Art Museum.