Students who wish to participate in this program must have completed at least 2 years of undergraduate business studies and have a 3.0 GPA.

Exchange students study alongside their Swiss colleagues in either German, English, or a mix of both. Students with a good knowledge of German may join classes in German or choose modules from our extensive Program in English. Our Program in English enables students without knowledge of German to do a full course-load of subjects taught in English.

LIVING IN SWITZERLAND

Winterthur, as home to the Zurich University of Applied Sciences, is a university town. With a population of about 100,000, it is Switzerland’s sixth largest city. Winterthur is also home to many Swiss and international companies, and it has a dynamic cultural life, hosting a range of events each month, including an international festival of short films, a music festival, and an African cultural festival.

With its 16 art galleries, and with the recent expansion of its renowned museum of photography, Winterthur’s art scene has achieved international recognition. In addition, Winterthur boasts a science museum, a comedy theater, and many other theaters and orchestras.

There is a wide offering of restaurants, bars, night clubs, cafes, and cinemas in the old town and in the nearby converted industrial zone.

Winterthur is 20 minutes by train from Zurich, Switzerland’s international cultural, commercial, and financial center.

Switzerland is located at the center of Europe, bordered by Germany, France, Italy, Austria, and Lichtenstein. Its range of neighbors is reflected in the diversity of its culture.

Host University Application Deadlines:
Fall Term/Academic Year: April 15
Spring Term: September 15

Program Academic Calendar
Fall Semester: Mid-October–Late February
Spring Semester: Early March–Mid-July