The Tuition and Fees shown below are in Swiss Francs (CHF). These prices apply to anyone who is a citizen of Switzerland, Swiss "C" permit holder or an EU/EEA member state.

Undergraduate Programs*

*Please note that the rates below do not apply to students in the Study Abroad, Gap Year, Foundation Year, Freshman Abroad or Gap semester program from Switzerland or an EU/EEA member state, who pay International Tuition rates as shown for Undergraduate Programs. See the International Tuition page for details. Students who qualify for this rate, must be in campus housing as well as be enrolled full time each semester. Students who qualify for this rate, can apply for need-based aid but cannot concurrently qualify for merit awards.

Cost of Attendance

The actual cost of attendance will vary depending on circumstances, based on how far you have to travel to reach Franklin, the choices you make regarding meals and housing, and more. The costs can be broken into Direct vs. Indirect costs (see below).

Direct Costs

These will appear on the billing statement each semester and may vary based on the cost of housing and meal plan the student chooses. These costs include tuition, university fees, room and board as well as Swiss health insurance, if needed. Please see the Health Insurance requirements for Switzerland. Exact amounts and the average for housing are provided below.

Tuition and Fees Per Semester Per Year
Academic Tuition Includes Academic Travel CHF 13,125 CHF 26,250
Annual University Fees CHF 1,000 CHF 2,000
Orientation Fee (new incoming students only) CHF 500 CHF 500
Housing and Meals    
Average Residence Hall CHF 5,500 CHF 11,000
Meal Plan (required for all first-year students) CHF 1,600 CHF 3,200

Indirect Costs

These costs are incidental to the students' attendance and are fully managed by the students and their families. These costs include travel costs to/from Franklin each semester, the purchase of books and supplies as well as personal costs for weekend travel and other needs.

Typical Expenses Per Semester Per Year
Books and other materials CHF 450 CHF 900
Travel to and from campus CHF 500 CHF 1,000
Average cost for personal expenses, off-campus meals, independent travel (based on student surveys) CHF 1,200 CHF 2,400

Total Average Cost of Attendance

Based on the above estimates and average costs total of attendance for a first-year undergraduate student or transfer student who is a national of an EU/EEA member state, or a citizen of Switzerland.

  Average Direct Costs   Average Indirect Costs   Total
First Semester CHF 21,725 + CHF 2,150 = CHF 23,875
Second Semester CHF 21,225 + CHF 2,150 = CHF 23,375

Payment Due Dates

The payment dates for 2023-2024 undergraduate students are as follows:

Fall 2023 July 28, 2023
Spring 2024 December 18, 2023
Summer I 2023 May 1, 2023
Summer II 2023 June 1, 2023

Refund policy

For information regarding refund policy, please see Payment and Refunds.

Graduate Programs

Tuition for each graduate program is calculated separately and can be paid in Swiss Francs only.  The following tuition costs are for the full 12-month program.

Tuition and Fees  
Master of Science in International Management CHF 25,000

As a graduate student you should expect the following average direct and indirect annual costs:

Typical Expenses  
Academic Travel CHF 2,000 - CHF 5'000
Housing (if living on campus) CHF 12,740
Meal plan (optional) CHF 3,200
Other expenses (travel, books, meals out, entertainment, personal items - estimate) CHF 7,500

Payment Due Dates

The payment dates for 2023-2024 graduate students are as follows:

Fall 2023 July 28, 2023
Spring 2024 December 18, 2023
Summer Programs

Undergraduate and High School Programs

You may register for a maximum of two courses in each summer session. Citizens and permanent residents of the United States or Canada can pay in US dollars at the prices listed below. Students from all other countries must pay in Swiss francs. For more information on ways to pay, please see Payment Options.

Application Fee* CHF 30
Enrollment Deposit** CHF 130
Tuition (per course)*** CHF 2,955
Housing (per 4-week session)**** CHF 1,100
Estimated cost for textbooks (per course) CHF 200
Meal plan***** (per 4-week session) CHF 250
Late Withdrawal Fee CHF 300

* The application fee is due upon submission of your application.

** A per student non-refundable enrollment confirmation deposit is due at the time of course enrollment.

*** Anybody registering for two courses in the same session will receive a CHF 350 discount.

**** Only students enrolled in a class may remain in on-campus housing for the summer term of their class (Summer Session I and/or Summer Session II). Students who are not able to travel home because of a border closure or other related issue may request an exception from this policy by sending a written request along with documentation of their situation to the Housing Team before April 30, 2023.

***** The meal plan is an open account/dining credit plan that covers approximately 6 meals per week (breakfast, lunch or dinner).

May/August Interim and Summer Housing policies for Summer 2023

May Interim On Campus Housing

Students enrolled for the May Interim or Session I are allowed to remain in on campus housing for a fee (listed at Online Payments) during the May Interim. Students may need to move to a shared room or apartment, or to their summer assignment, between May 13-27 depending on their current location and the needs of the institution based on summer groups, summer enrollment, and scheduled maintenance. Private rooms are not guaranteed during the May Interim period. Personalized communication will be sent based on an individual student’s situation.

Summer Session I and II On Campus Housing

All students remaining in on-campus housing for Session I and/or Session II must be enrolled in summer courses for the session when they stay in on campus housing. Private rooms are not guaranteed during Summer Session I and II.

Waiver to the Summer Enrollment Policy

Students directly impacted by a catastrophic conflict or crisis can request a waiver to the institutional policy requiring students to be enrolled in summer courses in order to remain in on campus housing during the May/August interims and Summer Session I and II. Students should submit a written request along with documentation of their situation to the Housing Team by April 30, 2023. Students who are directly affected by a catastrophic conflict or crisis are encouraged to contact Sigrun Olafsdottir, the Director of Financial Aid to explore options and identify the best way forward.

Summer LLLS and Resident Assistant Positions

Students must be enrolled in summer courses for the session of an LLLS position or a Resident Assistant position.

August Interim On Campus Housing

Students enrolled in Session II and Fall Semester 2022 are allowed to remain in on campus housing for a fee (listed at Online Payments) during the August Interim. Students may need to move to a shared room or apartment, or to their fall assignment, at the end of Session II or during the August Interim depending on their current location and the needs of the institution based on summer groups, summer enrollment, and scheduled maintenance. Private rooms are not guaranteed during the August Interim period. Personalized communication will be sent based on an individual student’s situation.

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