Undergraduate:

  • High school diploma / IB / Swiss Baccalaureate
  • An IELTS score of at least 6.0, or a TOEFL score of at least 80 (Internet-based) / 213 (Computer-based), or a CAE qualification

Postgraduate:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Work experience (depending on the program)
  • An IELTS score of at least 6.0, or a TOEFL score of at least 80 (Internet-based) / 213 (Computer-based), or a CAE qualification

Application Documents

  • Online application form
  • High school diploma (for undergraduate applicants)
  • Reference letter
  • English test for non-native speakers
  • Application fee of 150 CHF
  • Additional documents upon request

6 steps Admission Process

STEP 1: Initial Consultation & Application Preparation (Week 1)

  • Personalized Consultation:

A one-on-one meeting with the Program Director/ School Representative will be arranged to understand the applicant’s background, goals, and expectations.

  • Online Application Creation:

Candidates will create their online application profile and upload required documents:

    • Online application form
    • CV / Resume
    • Latest academic transcripts or diploma (if available)
    • English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
    • Motivation letter
    • Recommendation letter

STEP 2: Application Fee Payment (End of Week 1)

  • Candidates must submit the non-refundable application fee of CHF 150.
  • Once the fee is received, the candidate becomes eligible for the scholarship
    application process.

STEP 3: Scholarship Process (Week 2–3)

  • Within approximately one week after payment, a scholarship interview will be arranged.
  • 1–2 weeks after the interview, candidates will receive:
    • The official offer letter from IIG
    • A scholarship award letter, detailing the granted amount or percentage

STEP 4: Advance Tuition Fee Payment (Week 4)

  • To secure the scholarship offer, candidates must pay the advance tuition
    fee
    within one month from the date of the scholarship result.
  • Once this fee is paid, their spot in the program and scholarship offer are officially
    reserved.

STEP 5: Complete Required Documents & Visa Preparation (Month 2–3)

  • Students should submit any pending documents, such as:
    • Final high school diploma or transcript (if not available during initial submission)
    • Updated English certificate (if applicable)
  • Begin preparing for the Swiss student visa application, which can be submitted up to 3
    months prior to the program start date.

STEP 6: Pre-Arrival & Final Enrollment (Final 1–2 Weeks Before Intake)

  • Ensure the school has received all required documents in full.
  • Pay the remaining tuition and accommodation fees at least 1 week before the official start date.
  • Prepare for travel to Switzerland and complete all final enrollment procedures.