The Tuition and Fees shown below are in US Dollars (USD). These prices apply to US citizens or permanent residents and to Canadian citizens.
Undergraduate Programs
(Bachelor of Arts and Study Abroad)
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. Exact amounts or averages for these costs (for example for housing or insurance) are provided below.
| Tuition and Fees | Per Semester | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Tuition Includes Academic Travel (Required, two weeks each semester) |
$21,925 | $43,850 |
| Annual University Fees | $775 | $1550 |
| Orientation Fee (new incoming students only) | $500 | $500 |
| Housing and Meals | ||
| Average Residence Hall | $5,365 | $10,730 |
| Meal Plan (required for all first-year students) | $1,600 | $3,200 |
| Health Insurance | ||
| Average Insurance for Non-Swiss citizens* | $790 | $1,580 |
*Swiss law requires that all students are covered by Swiss medical insurance. The cost varies according to the age of the student. For information regarding the cost of Swiss medical insurance please see Health Insurance.
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, toiletries, and such. Each family can reduce these costs by planning travel early, sending care packages from home that include lower priced toiletries, buying used books and more.
| Typical Expenses | Per Semester | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Books and other materials | $700 | $1,400 |
| Travel to and from campus (average cost of an intercontinental flight) | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Average cost for personal expenses, off-campus meals, independent travel (based on student surveys) | $1,500 | $3,000 |
Total Average Cost of Attendance
Based on the above estimates and average costs, the typical total cost of attendance for a non-Swiss, new incoming undergraduate student (e.g. a first-year undergraduate student, incoming study abroad student or transfer student) coming from the US or Canada would calculate as follows:
| Average Direct Costs | Average Indirect Costs | Total | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | $30,125 | + | $3,200 | = | $33,325 |
| Second Semester | $29,625 | + | $3,200 | = | $32,825 |
Payment Due Dates
The payment dates for 2020-2021 undergraduate students are as follows:
| Summer I 2020 | May 1, 2020 |
| Summer II 2020 | June 1, 2020 |
| Fall 2020 | July 30, 2020 |
| Spring 2021 | December 18, 2020 |
Refund policy
For information on refund policy, please see Tuition Payment and Policies.
Graduate Programs
Tuition for the Master of Science in International Management is paid in Swiss Francs only.
As a graduate student you should expect the following average direct and indirect annual costs:
| Tuition | CHF 25,000 |
| Academic Travel | CHF 2,300 |
| Housing (if living on campus) | CHF 12,740 |
| Health Insurance | CHF 1,650† |
| Meal plan (optional) | CHF 3,200 |
| Other expenses (travel, books, meals out, entertainment, personal items - estimate) | CHF 7,500 |
†CHF1,990 if born on or before 31.12.1994. Rates for non-Swiss citizens. Different rates apply for Swiss citizens (including dual nationality).
Payment Due Dates
The payment dates for 2020-2021 graduate students are as follows:
| Fall 2020 | June 15, 2020 |
| Spring 2021 | December 18, 2020 |
Summer Programs
Undergraduate 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‡ | $40 |
| Enrollment Deposit§ | $150 |
| Average Textbook Costs Per Course (varies by course) | $200 |
50th Anniversary Tuition Packages
As part of the 50th Anniversary celebration, Franklin is offering special rates on all summer courses. The discount ranges from 20% to 35% based on the number of courses and sessions for which the student enrolls, as shown below.
To respect the impact of COVID-19 and keep our community safe, Summer 2020 courses will be offered with an online option. See the tables below.
| One Course, Interim Sesssion (2 Weeks) | On Campus | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,150 | $3,150 |
| Housing | $300 | — |
| Subtotal | $3,450 | $3,150 |
| 50th Anniversary Discount (20%) | -$700 | -$650 |
| TOTAL | $2,750 | $2,500 |
| One Course, One Summer Session | On Campus | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,150 | $3,150 |
| Housing | $1,000 | — |
| Meal plan¶ | $350 | — |
| Subtotal | $4,500 | $3,150 |
| 50th Anniversary Discount (20%) | -$900 | -$650 |
| TOTAL | $3,600 | $2,500 |
| Two Courses, One Summer Session | On Campus | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,300 | $6,300 |
| Housing | $1,000 | — |
| Meal plan¶ | $350 | — |
| Subtotal | $7,650 | $6,300 |
| 50th Anniversary Discount (30%) | -$2,295 | -$1,900 |
| TOTAL | $5,355 | $4,400 |
| Two courses, Two Summer Sessions | On Campus | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,300 | $6,300 |
| Housing | $2,000 | — |
| Meal plan¶ | $700 | — |
| Subtotal | $9,000 | $6,300 |
| 50th Anniversary Discount (20%) | -$1,800 | -$1,260 |
| TOTAL | $7,200 | $5,040 |
| Three courses, Two Summer Sessions | On Campus | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,450 | $9,450 |
| Housing | $2,000 | — |
| Meal plan¶ | $700 | — |
| Subtotal | $12,150 | $9,450 |
| 50th Anniversary Discount (25%) | -$3,035 | -$2,360 |
| TOTAL | $9,115 | $7,090 |
| Four Courses, Two Summer Sessions | On Campus | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,600 | $12,600 |
| Housing | $2,000 | — |
| Meal plan¶ | $700 | — |
| Subtotal | $15,300 | $12,600 |
| 50th Anniversary Discount (35%) | -$5,325 | -$4,400 |
| TOTAL | $9,975 | $8,200 |
‡ 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.
¶ The meal plan is an open account/dining credit plan that covers approximately 6 meals per week (breakfast, lunch or dinner).
High School Programs
| Tuition, room and board | $1,500 |