Summer Orientation

Franklin is still developing its plans for summer courses and for hosting visiting summer groups. Please bookmark this page and look for more information in late April. For more information, please e-mail Russell Martin.

Sample Orientation Schedule

Arrival Day

New/Visiting Student Arrival and Check-in (morning)

Optional Grocery Shopping Downtown (for those already checked in)

"Meet Your Neighbors" Session

Dinner

Optional Evening Walk to Lake Lugano

Welcome Day

Breakfast

Welcome

"Life in Switzerland" Session

Campus Tour

Lunch

Downtown Tour

Optional Visit to Ponte Tresa, Italy

Dinner

Optional Movie Night

Monday

Classes Begin

Tuesday

Withdrawal and Course Change Deadline

FUS Past, Present and Future. Discover how FUS grew from a small international College to the global and inspiring University it is today.

Meet the FUS top management. Office of the President, Board of Trustees, President's Cabinet and the Leadership Committee.

We are FUS. Discover the FUS story, the milestones, the mission, the vision, and the first 50 years of international academic excellence.

Expand your world with FUS. Choose an immersive environment of cross-cultural and multinational perspectives while earning a dual accredited academic degree.

INTRODUCING THE FUS FACULTY. RENOWNED ACADEMIC PROFESSIONALS COMING FROM A WIDE RANGE OF DISCIPLINARY AND MULTICULTURAL BACKGROUNDS.

Start at FUS. Learn everywhere. Choose your international and interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts (BA) or of Science (BS) degree.

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Sharpen your skills. Become a responsible leader. Choose your international and interdisciplinary Master of Arts (MA) or of Science in International Management (MSIM) degree.

Discover FUS and Switzerland. Choose your study abroad or visiting program and engage in an international educational learning adventure while exploring Europe.

Explore the FUS Academic Divisions. Choose from a diverse array of interdisciplinary curriculums, courses and programs taught by FUS international faculty.

Introducing the FUS Admissions team. Find your counselor, join FUS virtual information sessions and explore FUS college fair dates.

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Join the FUS community. Discover all about how to apply to FUS through a seamless enrollment procedure supported by our Admissions representatives.

FUS financial policies. Take a look at FUS tuition, payment policies and options in both Swiss Francs and US Dollars.

FUS financial aid. FUS is commited to encouraging your dreams and studies. Learn if you are eligible to request a scholarship or financial support.

FUS Admissions and Covid-19. All you need to know for an agile enrollment and a well-prepared start of classes.

Get in touch with FUS. The FUS Admissions team is eager to meet you, answer your questions and tell you all about the incredible FUS learning opportunities.

FUS sweet home. Discover every corner of our cozy but international and multicultural campus in the heart of Europe.

Maximize the FUS experience. Check out the many student activities, events, and organizations available on campus.

Your wellbeing and security are important. FUS is commited to providing a stable and safe living and learning environment.

Introducing the Office of Student Life team. The FUS community is always by your side. Discover OSL's main informational, cultural, and social activities and services.

FUS living and eating options. Discover the seven unique residence halls and the two savory dining offers on the FUS campus.

Feed your mind at FUS. Visit the David R. Grace library for an immersive learning environment or purchase a FUS publication or memory from the bookstore.

Get in FUS shape. FUS promotes indoor and outdoor physical fitness through the Tone Athletic Center and several external sport activities.

FUS Positivity. Discover FUS student medical and counselor services providing support and assistance in leading a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Academic support and training. Improve your learning and writing skills with workshops and tutoring at the FUS Writing Learning Center.

The Office of the Registrar provides registration and transcript services to students and alumni, as well as maintaining and verifying academic data for every student that has studied at Franklin.

Going the distance after FUS. Participate in hands-on career planning and workshops to prepare for a bright and challenging future after life at FUS.

Summer Orientation

Sample Orientation Schedule