PRE-BACHELOR

The following items are not included in the student fees: School’s mandatory 2- Extracurricular activities (1)Asia study tour for 10 days, and (2)Paris seminar & culture tour for 6 days, personal computer, personal expenses such as travel, accommodations, health insurance.

Need-Based Financial Aid

Incoming and continuing students with a demonstrated financial need may be awarded Need- Based Financial Aid of up to CHF 1’500.00 in the form of scholarships for Pre-Bachelor Foundation Program, (and Pre-Master Foundation Program as well.)

Admission Steps

We welcome undergraduate students who come from diverse academic and personal backgrounds, but share the vision and determination to work together in an active, collaborative, and supportive learning environment.

We admit Foundation Students two times per year, for the Fall and Spring terms. Although we accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, we recommend that you submit all of your materials at least one to 4 months prior to the start of the term. International applicants who require a student visa should apply at least 12 weeks prior to the start of the semester, especially international students from Asian countries at least 4 months prior to the start of the semester.

Admissions Criteria

We often get asked, “What are you looking for in an applicant?” Although grades are important, we take a holistic approach to admissions. We evaluate a candidate’s potential for success both in the certificate program and after graduation by looking at all of your achievements, both academic and personal, and evaluate your application the context of your own educational circumstances. While no one attribute guarantees the admission, we use the following 5 themes to evaluate an applicant:

Step 1: Apply.

The easiest way, you can send them by e-mail or post them as the register letter at the post- office.

1. Application Form

Available on your request.

2. Curriculum Vitae

A short CV including what studies you have undertaken and any relevant extra-curricular activities you may have participated in.

3. Academic Transcripts

All applicants must have completed secondary school. Please provide academic transcripts which reflect your grades for the prior 2 years.

You may submit unofficial copies with your application; however, we require official transcripts if you are accepted for study. Foreign credentials in a language other than English, German or French or any other countries must be officially translated into English. Applicants currently enrolled in the final year of their high school program may apply but official transcripts which reflect completion of high school will be required for full admission.

4. Recommendation

Please provide contact information for one referee who can attest to your skills and character, such as a current teacher.

You will need to provide the referee’s full name and email address. 

5. Application Essay (*Optional)

The application essay is our opportunity to get to know you better and how your experiences have prepared you for this educational commitment.

Essay question: Describe an instance in your life when you felt that you had a positive impact on your family, friends, or community.

The essay should be a maximum of 1,000 words.
This will be highly recommended to evaluate with ease and effectively.

6. English Language Proficiency

Applicants whose native language is not English should submit proof of English language proficiency. This requirement can be waived for applicants who have successfully completed at least three academic years in high school, or one academic year of university-level coursework, in English.

The minimum requirements for admission are:

• TOEFL – 550

• TOEFL iBT – 80

• IELTS – 6.0

7. Application Fee

The CHF.150 application fee can be paid by bank transfer. You will receive the details upon submitting your application.

8. Acceptance Deposit Fee

The CHF.2,000 Acceptance Deposit Fee can be paid by bank transfer. You will receive the details upon submitting your application.

8. Optional: SAT / ACT / Standardized Test Scores

Although not required, you may choose to submit standardized test scores if you wish to supplement your application. Scores older than five years are not considered valid and cannot be accepted.

Step 2: Personal Interview.

Once your application is complete, we will set up an interview in person or, if you are outside the local area, online.
The interview is an important aspect of the application process. It gives us the opportunity to learn more about you, and for you to learn more about us. We want to make sure you will do well in our environment and that we can help you meet your goals.

Step 3: Decision.

The admissions committee reviews your application and the recommendations of your referees and interviewer and will make a decision, usually within 1 to 2 weeks.

You will receive an official letter, attestation as a certificate stating whether you have been accepted or not. If you have been accepted, you need to pay the requested program fee (1 time or 2 times) to confirm your enrollment and ensure a seat in the program of your choice.

Step 4: Visa Application.

(International applicants only) Once you have confirmed your enrollment, you will receive all the necessary information to apply for a visa.

Step 5: Start Your Studies. With us in Switzerland.

” Welcome with open arms to be www.sgsb.swiss family! ”