| By James Liu | Lux Education Partners | 26 September 2026 |
Undergraduate budgets range from CHF 131,800 at HIM to CHF 186,500 at SHMS. I first ask what the additional investment gives the student, then consider the family’s budget and scholarships. I have visited SHMS and HIM, and LEP works directly with all four schools.
Undergraduate budgets
| School | Duration and internships | 2027 budget, CHF | Main distinction |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIM Business School | 3 years, 3 internships | 131,800 | Business and repeated workplace experience |
| César Ritz Colleges Switzerland | 4 years, 2 internships | 169,300 | Business specialisations and Swiss institutional accreditation |
| Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland | 3 years, 2 internships | 176,200 | 1,100 kitchen hours and food-business learning |
| Swiss Hotel Management School | Around 3 years, 2 internships | 186,500 | Hospitality, events and design; two palace campuses |
These figures include tuition, accommodation, meals and services for the scheduled on-campus periods, before scholarships. Allow for a CHF 2,000 deposit and living expenses outside covered periods. Fees may vary slightly; the school’s final confirmation for your application takes precedence.
Master’s budgets
| Programme | Reference budget, CHF | Study arrangements |
|---|---|---|
| SHMS fast-track MA | 40,800 | 18 weeks on campus; relevant entry requirements apply |
| SHMS standard MA or MSc | Confirm with the application | Depends on the programme and entry route |
| SHMS Global MBA | 49,200 | Business management and leadership |
| César Ritz MSc in Leadership | 63,700 | 15 months, three specialisations |
| HIM Applied AI in Customer Experience | Approximately 38,000 | Online, Macau and Switzerland |
| CAA MA in Culinary Business Management | 49,000 | Teaching and internship; food-business focus |
Apply for scholarships through LEP
Our ongoing direct school relationships help us understand what the school values and present a student’s strengths effectively. We handle the application, discuss scholarships and applicable partnership benefits, then establish the final fees and payment schedule with the family.
Paid internships add experience and can reduce part of the financial burden. We consider living costs at the placement location and prepare for further study or job searching after graduation.
What will this investment help the student achieve?
The school’s internships and careers services, together with our established European business relationships, help connect education with professional development. We open our networks to partner families and support graduate job recommendations.
Schools need strong students; businesses need suitable talent. We start by selecting students and matching country and school, then strengthen these relationships through student progress and reliable recommendations. Tell LEP the student’s educational background, interests and family budget. We will recommend schools and advance the application and scholarship discussions.
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