Study in the U.S.

Welcome to the EducationUSA online advising center.  The center provides accurate, unbiased information about all accredited U.S. higher education institutions.

Please have a look at the frequently asked questions and browse the links to find information about stays abroad. The boxes on the right contain links to the general procedure (when to do what) for studying in the United States as well a comparison between the Swiss and U.S. higher education systems.

• Introduction
• U.S. Government Educational Information Service
• Educational Advising/Information Centers in Switzerland
• Undergraduate
• Undergraduate: Qualifications
• Undergraduate: Choose Your College or University
• Undergraduate: Search for Financial Aid
• Undergraduate: Admissions Tests
• Undergraduate: University Applications
• Graduate Study
• Distance Education
• Standardized Admissions Tests & Professional Licensing Exams
• Accreditation
• Certificate Courses and Programs
• English Language Programs
• Summer Camps and Summer Study Courses and Programs
• Financial Aid/Scholarships
• The College Search in Cyberspace
• Student Corner

School Outreach Program

The embassy’s School Outreach Program is designed to provide Swiss secondary school students with the opportunity to meet with U.S. Embassy staff to learn more about the United States. The discussions can be carried out in English, French and German. That said, many teachers see this as a good opportunity for their students to practice their English-language skills.  more