Franklin University Switzerland |  |
| Year Founded Location Location Type Institution Type Institution Website Institution Phone Number General Admissions Email Undergraduate Population Postgraduate Population | 1969 Lugano, Switzerland Suburban American University Abroad www.fus.edu 212-922-9650 [email protected] 400 25 |
North American Representatives
| Samantha Snyder Director of US Enrollment Operations [email protected] Location: South Carolina | Kayla Wetherell Assistant Director of US Admissions (919) 263-3731 [email protected] Location: Utah | |
Kenley Jones Assistant Director of US Admissions (480) 747-4968 [email protected] Location: California | Ciria Triplett Independent College Consultant Liaison +1 803 768 1400 [email protected] Location: South Carolina |
Admissions, Academics, and Finances
| Admission Requirements | Students should submit an application, High school or university transcript Letter of recommendation Dean’s Report (for transfer and study abroad students) Personal Essay |
| Application Dates and Deadlines | Fall: Application Fee Waiver Deadline: December 1 Study Abroad and Regular Freshman Admissions: June 15 Transfer Admissions Deadline: June 15 Priority deadline for Honors Program: December 1 Spring: Freshman, Transfer and Study Abroad Admissions Priority Deadline: November 1 Application Fee Waiver Deadline: November 15 Regular Freshman, Transfer and Study Abroad Admissions: November 15 |
| How to Apply | Students can apply through the Common Application for both Spring and Fall or through our website at: https://www.fus.edu/admissions-and-aid/applying-to-franklin |
| Standardized Testing Policy | Test Optional, Ongoing |
| Key Undergraduate Academic Programs | International Relations Environmental Studies Psychology Political Science Social Justice and Sustainability |
| Tuition & Fees (Appx. USD) | $48,500 |
| Cost of Living (Appx. USD) | $22,000 |
| Scholarships | Merit Scholarships based on academic history Need-based aid dependent upon FAFSA or Financial Aid application Leadership Awards at the discretion of the admissions committee |
Important Information
Franklin University Switzerland is a small, international university located in the southern Swiss city of Lugano. Founded in 1969, Franklin was among the first institutions to bring American Liberal Arts education to Europe, and it is the only liberal arts university in the world accredited in the United States and Switzerland. It is the only university in the world that offers interdisciplinary, experiential learning, placing Academic Travel at the core of its curriculum.