Franklin College Switzerland

About Franklin College Switzerland

Franklin College, located in Lugano, Switzerland, offers a U.S and Swiss accredited Bachelor of Arts Degree program. Fifteen majors are offered including International Relations, International Management, Media & Communication Studies, International Economics, French and Italian Studies, and Environmental Studies. A special two-week academic travel program is required each semester to destinations in Europe, Africa, Asia and the U.S. The College overlooks the city and lake of Lugano, a 15-minute walk from campus. The residential campus is home to 450 students representing 62 countries and includes 10 residence halls, a student center, dining facilities, art studios, library, auditorium, classrooms, computer labs, gymnasium and a playing field. The College welcomes up to 20 study abroad students for the fall and spring semesters. There are two 4-week summer sessions, in June and July. Course credits are transferrable to all US universities and colleges.