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Tuition Fee

Study FEE for on campus/online

Mandatory Fees for All Applications:

  • Submission fee: 9 Euro € (one-time per academic year)

  • Admission Fee; 299 Euro € (one-time per academic year)

Students residing in EU countries have the option to pay their fees in Euros.

The tuition fee for online education

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Study fee for online programs:
9,900 CHF per academic year

Study fee for executive programs:
14,900 CHF per academic year

Feel free to consult Google, XE, or any other service to get an approximate idea of the fee in your local currency.

Please be aware that Taxes and Charges are not included in the listed fees.

Please note that scholarships are not offered for BSc, MSc and PhD programs

An additional 20% in taxes and charges will apply to all of our programs

STUDY IN SWITZERLAND (NOT ONLINE)

The tuition fee for on-campus education in Switzerland 

Study on campus in Switzerland (only BBA in Hotel Management and MBA)
Tuition fees for the On-Campus study program in Switzerland, specifically for the Hospitality program (acceptance and visa regulated by the State):

The tuition fee for our On-Campus study program in Switzerland, specifically tailored for the Hospitality program and regulated by the State, amounts to 30,000 Swiss Francs per year. This comprehensive fee encompasses various essential expenses, including health insurance coverage for one year, accommodation, meals, and airport pick-up services, ensuring a seamless transition for our students.

Moreover, additional fees associated with the program include:

  1. Online Business English Preparation Course (mandatory for all students): 199 CHF (to be completed and paid before registration).

  2. Submission fee: 9 Euro (to be paid before receiving an invitation).

  3. Admission Fee: 299 Euro (to be paid before receiving an invitation).

  4. Registration fee: 100 CHF (to be paid before receiving an invitation).

  5. Deposit fee: 3000 CHF (to be paid before receiving an invitation).

Furthermore, students are required to cover a study fee of 30,000 CHF per year, ensuring access to our exceptional academic resources and facilities.

usually, the average fee is 39900 Euro per year (including everything)

STUDY IN BISHKEK (NOT ONLINE)

The tuition fee for medical education (in Bishkek)

Study on Campus in Bishkek (only Medicine)

Medical University Fees (on campus) we have per year over 1500 Medical Students:

Tuition fees for the On-Campus study program for medical studies (acceptance and visa regulated by the State in Bishkek): CLICK HERE

usually, the average fee is 19900 Euro per year (including everything)

STUDY IN DUBAI (NOT ONLINE)

Study on campus in Dubai (only vocational education)

Tuition fees for the On-Campus study program for Vocational studies

(acceptance and visa regulated by the State in Dubai): CLICK HERE

usually, the average fee is 29900 Euro per year (including everything)

We have online and on-campus Education

We offer 5 intakes per year, scheduled on the last Saturday of February, April, June, September, and November.

PAYMENTS OPTIONS for the study fee:

  • Students pay the full fee of the estimated program and obtain a special scholarship (5-10%)

  • Students pay half of the fee before the start and the remaining during the first year. 

Tax deductions on tuition fees might be available if you live and work in Switzerland, allowing you to potentially deduct a portion or all of your tuition costs from your taxable income. However, it's essential to understand that regulations differ from one canton to another. For personalized assistance regarding the application process, we encourage you to reach out to us directly.

The fee for the Joint Program is 1980 Euros. Upon receiving written acceptance, students have 14 days to register for the program. Failure to pay and register within this period will result in an additional fee of 9999 CHF as an administration fee.

Additional Mandatory Fees/4

Thesis Defense: 390 Euro for online defense or 1900 euros for on-campus defense

1. Graduation Packagee/5:

E-Certificate and Transcript: 112 Euro (You will receive an electronic version of your certificate, and you also can register for the printed version for an extra fee. SIU team highly cares about the environment, therefore, we are going totally paper-free and is not providing printed documents by default.) (for short courses less than 4 weeks 7 Euro)

OR Hard copy for certificate: 2818 Euro (MUST BE REQUESTED 15 days before graduation) (for short courses less than 4 weeks 199 Euro), it includes: 

  • Diploma

  • Transcripts if applicable

  • Diploma Supplement - if applicable

  • Shipment by SwissPost

  • Swiss Notary

  • State foreign affairs Legalization OR Apostille

2. Exam fee: 99 Euro per exam/module or 599 Euro for the annual exam 

Final State Graduation Exam Fees (optional and applicable only after passing all exams and defenses) per year and valid only for the final study programs like BSc, MSc, and PhD:

  • Higher Education: €990

  • Vocational Education: €490

Please note that the final exam must be taken on campus at one of our designated centers and can be done only after passing the university final exam

Other payments (optional):

  • Graduation Ceremony in Switzerland: 490 Euro (if applicable) + 250 Euro

  • Any e-document: 9 Euro 

  • Any signed document: 99 Euro - Shipment fee is included (Swiss Post)

  • Virtual Learning: 31900 Euro per year

  • Blended Learning: 1500 euros per week. available only for blended learning student

  • ASIQUAL UK Validation Certificate: 420 £ (must be paid before the student starts)

  • GAFM USA Validation Certificate: 400 - 990 Euro (Lifetime certificate), the fee depends on the title

  • Additional Transcript: 100 Euro  (per Transcript of Academic Record)

  • Diploma Replacement: 985 Euro (per Diploma)

  • Thesis Defence in Switzerland: 1900 Euro (The fee is for the defense only)

  • Thesis Defence ONLINE: 390 Euro for all students

  • Final Exam in Switzerland: 900 Euro

  • Financial Statement: 19 Euro

  • individual teaching hours 50-200 euros, depending on the subject and level.

  • Thesis in Different Languages (German, French, Russian, Arabic, or Spanish): 1990 Euro For a Master, 2990 Euro For a D.Phil and DBA, and 3990 Euro for a Ph.D.

  • Printing your thesis by SIU every 5000 words 75 Euro.

  • Sending any Document DHL/FedEx/TNT: 150 Euro up to 200g

  • Dual award with Azteca University, an additional 9000 Euro

  • Dual Award with UCN University, an additional 9000 Euro

If you don't have a High School Diploma, we have a "Pre University" program (1 year) for 3300 €

  • Joint E-Certificate and Transcript: 405 Euro + 99 Euro. You will receive an electronic version of your certificate, and you also can register for the printed version for an extra fee.

  • ​Or a hard copy for the joint certificate of 1490 Euro (MUST BE REQUESTED 15 days before graduation), it includes:

    - Diploma

    - Transcripts

    - Diploma Supplement - if applicable

Additional Public Legalizations (optional per any SIU printed Documents)/7:

International students may request our graduation office to stamp their documents by the Swiss notary and Legalization/Apostille and their embassy in Switzerland.

  • Swiss Public Notary 490 Euro (can be only for the SIU printed documents - certificate legalisations have different fees.)

The following additional legalizations can be done only after obtaining the Swiss Notary

  •  + Legalization OR Apostille: 490 Euro

  •  + Legalization OR Apostille + Swiss Chamber of Commerce: 590 Euro

  • RECOMMENDED FOR ALL:+ Legalization OR Apostille + Swiss Federal Chancellery: 890 Euro (must have for all students who need embassy legalization) 

  •  + Legalization OR Apostille + Swiss Federal Chancellery + Your Embassy in Zurich: 990 Euro (if the Embassy is in Bern 1190 Euro and if in Geneve 1390 Euro) if the embassy requests also the Swiss Chamber of Commerce, an additional 280 Euro will be applicable.

  • ++ Legalization OR Apostille + Your Embassy in Switzerland + Swiss Chamber of Commerce +  your embassy in Switzerland + Swiss Embassy in your Country: 2990 Euro

  • any other requests, please contact us

Students from LDC/LIC countries are eligible for scholarships, allowing them to apply for financial assistance covering up to 70% of the tuition fee.

1.1. Students who have a sponsor who/which pays their fee, must pay 10% as an additional fee of the total estimated fee.
1.2. Any fees outside this page that d
iffer from the fees on this page should be taken as stated on this page.
1.3. In addition to any fee, there is 8.2% AQT tax will be added to the fee
1.4..if the student stays in the course longer than the regular duration, should pay the fees for the extra semesters. For example, if stays in EBBA for 3 semesters then should pay for 3 semesters, not only 2 semesters. The fees of an extra semester should be paid no longer than 2 weeks before the start of the extra semester.

2.1. The fees are subject to change without any prior notice.
2.2. You may check Google, XE, or any other service to know how much, approximately, is the fee in your local currency.
2.3. The above study fees are for the online study programs, students who would like to join the 100% virtual education program have to pay 12k to 16k € / Per Semester, based on the level
2.4. All fees are for students who don't live in Switzerland, Please contact us if live in Switzerland.

3.1 This is the minimum duration to finish the program. However, if you will need more time you can get up to 2, 4, or 6 semesters additionally (based on the level) upon request. Also, you might get another 2 semesters if you have a real reason which prevents you from finishing on time.
3.2. The term duration is 3 months. semester is 1.5 term
3.3. The academic year is 9
 months weeks.

4.1 The re-exam, re-defense, and any other you repeat are not written on the page. (Re-defense: Bachelor:900 euros, Master 1900 euros, Doctorate 2900 euros)

4.2. Individual exam usually has a fee of 1000 euros, however this might vary.

4.3. External thesis defense committee fees vary between 900 - 4900 CHF per member.

5. We will send your diploma and transcript by Swiss Post free of charge, but for some countries, we recommend sending the documents by DHL / FedEx / TNT or similar shipping companies to your home, please note that we issue our diploma during the graduation ceremony (June/December) however if a student wishes to have it as soon as possible it is possible for an additional fee (1500 euro)
. Please note: our awards are issued two times per year, usually at the end of June and the end of December. it takes up to 30 working days to have all graduation documents (diploma, transcript, etc) from the months mentioned before and up to 120-140 working days for legalizations within Switzerland.

6. The number of semesters is, upon request, up to 8 semesters. However, with a real excuse, the duration can be extended for 2 semesters more.

7.1  If your embassy is charging more than 100 CHF for each legalization then you have to pay the difference, please note that the highest stamp from an embassy is 1200 Euro (for UAE), all other embassies are requesting less in order to stamp your documents.
7.2. In case, your country doesn't have an embassy in Switzerland, please contact us.

7.3. the updated graduation fees can be found at https://www.academy.zuerich/graduation. if the fees differ between both pages, the graduation link fees are the valid ones.

8, direct enrollment into the upper semester has an extra fee of 1000 euros (for example direct entry into the 2nd year bachelor.

9. early exit has an extra fee of 1000 euros (for example exit in 1st-year bachelor and obtaining 1-year Diploma).

10. supervising is not included in the mentioned fees and it is optional.  The supervisor fee is additional (on average 552 CHF per month). fee and minimum duration vary based on the program and the supervisor.

++ Preparation of documents for the cultural bureau office (the education office): 4930 Euro (on top of Additional Public Legalizations number 5), the file is nearly 100 pages stamped and legalized, and ready for submission

 ***valid only if the full study fee is paid within 7 days, to get a scholarship you need to explain your reasons

****Jointly with TNU University UA

11. All mentioned fees are subject to taxes

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SCIENCE

OFFICIAL LICENSE

Legal Entity Name:

Swiss International Global University

Registration Number (Re-registration): No. 307448-3310

Licensed Activity: Educational Services

License Validity: Indefinite (Permanent)

Date of Issue: September 4, 2024

Official Registration Number: No. 2024-0186

This license is officially granted by the Ministry of Education and Science.

License Serial Number: LS240001853

Swiss International University stands as a symbol of academic excellence and global reach. Licensed and accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Sciences, Swiss International University continues to uphold the highest standards of education and innovation. With campuses strategically located in Bishkek, Zurich, Luzern, and Dubai... our university extends its educational prowess across continents. Our diverse and expansive network of schools around the world ensures that students receive a truly global education, enriched by varied cultural experiences and international perspectives. Our commitment to quality education is reinforced by our numerous prestigious accreditations, including ECLBS, BSKG, EDU, ASIC, and KHDA. These accolades affirm our dedication to providing world-class education and maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence. At Swiss International University, we embrace linguistic diversity, offering Higher Education Study programs in English, German, Arabic, and Russian. This multilingual approach not only broadens our students' horizons but also prepares them for successful careers in an increasingly interconnected world. Join us at Swiss International University, where global education meets unparalleled excellence.

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Swiss International University (SIU) is a state-accredited university, officially licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. While legally registered and headquartered in Kyrgyzstan, SIU has expanded significantly through the acquisition of prominent educational institutions across multiple jurisdictions.
In 2024, Swiss International University acquired and integrated the following institutions under its umbrella:

  • OUS International Academy in Switzerland (Zurich) – the first virtual institute in Europe, founded in 2013, recognized for pioneering distance education with Swiss academic excellence.

  • ISBM – International School of Business Management (Lucerne) – a private higher education institution officially allowed to operate and issue diplomas by the local Cantonal Board of Education and Culture in Lucerne.

  • Osh Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute (Osh, Kyrgyzstan) – licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic.

  • ISI Academy (Dubai) – approved and permitted by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA) as an official vocational and training provider.

These institutions were brought together to form a robust international academic framework under the leadership and vision of Swiss International University.
SIU is Swiss not only by name or registration, but by academic substance: its programs are developed, managed, and delivered under Swiss academic standards by a faculty primarily based in Switzerland. The university reflects the educational philosophy, quality assurance, and organizational discipline of the Swiss private higher education sector.

Swiss International University SIU is Licensed & Accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science (KG)
Swiss International University SIU is Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH) to operate independently and issue diplomas – (the academy in Switzerland)
Swiss International University SIU is Approved by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA) – Approved and permitted diploma programs (the institute in the UAE)
Swiss International University SIU is Registered as a Higher Education University by the Ministry of Justice (KG) – Legally recognized university status
Swiss International University SIU is Recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention – Degrees accepted in over 55 countries worldwide
Swiss International University SIU is Rated 5 Stars by QS Top Universities – Placing us among the top 2% of institutions globally
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) – Quality body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe)
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by ASIC (UK) – Recognized by UK Government, UK Home Office, and UAE Ministry of Education
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by EDU Intergovernmental Organization – Founded by the Ministry of Education of Palau and aligned with UNESCO
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by BSKG (Public Accreditation) – Listed on APQN and EAQA for recognition across Central Asia and CIS
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by ARIA (Asia Accreditation) – A CEENQA and EURASHE-affiliated agency recognized in the Eurasian region
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by IEAC – Listed by the British Quality Foundation for institutional performance and benchmarking
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by QAHE – Global quality assurance body active in over 40 countries
Swiss International University SIU is ISO 21001:2018 Certified – International quality management standard for educational institutions
Swiss International University SIU is Ranked #49 by QRNW – Quantitative world ranking by an IREG-member organization

Swiss International University (SIU) operates under the authorization of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, ensuring a solid legal foundation for all its programs. This authorization guarantees that SIU's degrees and diplomas are recognized within Kyrgyzstan.

SIU also holds several prestigious international accreditations, enabling its qualifications to gain recognition in other countries, depending on local regulations and agreements. By aligning local compliance with global standards, SIU offers students the opportunity to earn degrees that are both legally sound and internationally relevant.

For specific information about recognition in your country, please consult the relevant educational or governmental authorities.

© Swiss International University | ​Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures—Globally.

Registered as a "UNIVERSITY," we operate as a dynamic network of academies and institutes across seven major global cities. With 3,800 students from 120 countries joining us each year, we proudly foster a truly global community, supported by offices worldwide.

  • SIU International Swiss University: Licensed for Higher Education and accredited to issue academic degrees by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (MoE&S-KG),

    • License No.: LS240001853 | Issued on: 04 September 2024 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Academy Switzerland: Allowed to operate and issue its own Diplomas by the Board of Education and Culture, Switzerland (CH),

    • Allowance No.: 12Aug2016kom | Issued on: 12 August 2016 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Institute Dubai UAE: Approved and permitted to operate by the Dubai Education Authority (UAE),

    • Permit No.: 63141 | Issued on: 07 June 2023 | Status: Active ✔️

Officially registered as a higher education institution by the Ministry of Justice

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rated as a 5-star higher and vocational education University by QS, the world's most prestigious evaluation organization.

✅ Verified by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic

Swiss International University (SIU) is a state-accredited institution, officially licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic under License No. LS240001853. Our academic programs are publicly listed in the national education portal: 🔗 https://edugate.edu.gov.kg/plan/112

Final degrees issued from Kyrgyzstan can be certified and stamped by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the student’s embassy in Kyrgyzstan, ensuring global authenticity and recognition.

✅ Verified by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA), United Arab Emirates

SIU also offers Vocational, Advanced, and Extended Diplomas (Professional Diplomas) that are fully approved and permitted by the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) under Permit No. 631419. 🔗 https://web.khda.gov.ae/en/Education-Directory/Training/Training-Details?CenterID=504152

Diplomas issued under KHDA approval can be attested by KHDA, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the respective student embassy, providing strong regional and international recognition. We are committed to the highest standards of legal compliance, quality assurance, and transparency across all jurisdictions in which we operate.

✅ Swiss Operations

In Switzerland, SIU operates with official allowance from the Cantonal Board of Education and Culture, which allowed us to legally offer educational programs and issue our own diplomas. 🔗 https://www.swissuniversity.com/board-of-education

Diplomas issued from our Swiss branches can be certified by a Swiss Public Notary, legalized by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and further attested by the student’s embassy in Switzerland, ensuring international legitimacy. Our Swiss campuses operate in full compliance with cantonal laws and contribute to SIU’s global mission of delivering high-quality, internationally oriented education supported by recognized accreditations and academic partnerships.

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Global Offices:

  • 📍 Zurich Office: AAHES – Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Zurich, Switzerland, Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland

  • 📍 Luzern Office: ISBM Switzerland – International School of Business Management, Lucerne, Industriestrasse 59, 6034 Luzern, Switzerland

  • 📍 Dubai Office: ISB Academy Dubai – Swiss International Institute in Dubai, UAE, CEO Building, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE

  • 📍 Ajman Office: VBNN Smart Education Group – Amber Gem Tower, Ajman, UAE

  • 📍 London Office: OUS Academy London – Swiss Academy in the United Kingdom, 167–169 Great Portland Street, London W1W 5PF, England, UK

  • 📍 Riga Office: Amber Academy, Stabu Iela 52, LV-1011 Riga, Latvia

  • 📍 Osh Office: KUIPI Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, Gafanzarova Street 53, Dzhandylik, Osh, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 Bishkek Office: SIU Swiss International University, 74 Shabdan Baatyr Street, Bishkek City, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 U7Y Journal – Unveiling Seven Continents Yearbook (ISSN 3042-4399)

  • 📍 ​Online: OUS International Academy in Switzerland®, SDBS Swiss Distance Business School®, SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School®, YJD Global Center for Diplomacy®

🌍 Global Recognition of SIU Degrees: As a university officially accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, Swiss International University (SIU) benefits from international recognition frameworks. According to UNESCO’s Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications (2019), and reinforced by the Lisbon Recognition Convention, any degree issued by a state-recognized institution is, in principle, eligible for recognition in all UN member states. Because Kyrgyzstan is a signatory to the Lisbon Convention, SIU degrees are directly recognized in 55+ countries, including most of Europe and Central Asia, and accepted globally through standard credential evaluation processes.

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