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Winner of BEST MODERN Academy

Winner of Best Project

Each year we welcome +1800 new students from +120 countries

Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047, Zürich, Switzerland

Graduate Employment Rate

91%

Completion Rate

88%

International Students

89%

Student Satisfaction

87%

Why the Academy in Switzerland?

Offering Online / Virtual Education since 2013, the first virtual Academy in Europe, and is a registered trademark in Switzerland by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property. "Premier Accredited Academy" by many

ECLBS European Council of Leading Business Schools, a distinguished quality label endorsed by 10 national accreditation bodies,
Institutional Accreditation: BSKG under the Ministry of Education and Science of KG, EAEU Eurasian Economic Union
Institutional Accreditation: EDU Intergovernmental Organization founded by the Ministry of Education in PW as a framework with UNESCO United Nations,
Institutional Accreditation: ASIC Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities, UK government-approved accreditation body.
And more...

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Job Placement

95%

Graduate Students

15k

Degree Transfer

4K

📍 Discover Our Prime Location in Zurich’s City Center

Welcome to the heart of Zurich—widely recognized as one of the world’s most luxurious and expensive cities. Our presence within the bustling city center of the canton places us in a vibrant and prestigious setting. This video offers a glimpse into our exceptional locale: where world-class amenities, refined sophistication, and seamless connectivity meet.

Dubai Branch — Welcome

Here’s a short video introducing our Dubai branch. This fully approved vocational academy is permitted by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), the official educational authority in Dubai. UAE

Welcome Letter to Students
International Academy in Switzerland
Academic Year 2025–2026

Dear Students,

It is with great joy and pride that we welcome you to the International Academy in Switzerland, where your academic journey is about to begin—or continue—within a global network of excellence, innovation, and opportunity.

Since welcoming our first online cohort in 2013, we have proudly celebrated the graduation of thousands of students from around the world. Now, in 2025, we stand at the forefront of international education as part of the Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek—a state-accredited institution recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention. SIU’s expanding global network includes a state-regulated vocational institute in Dubai, enhancing our international footprint and institutional credibility. In addition, SIU operates a Business School in Lucerne, allowed by the local Board of Education and Culture to deliver academic programs and issue its diplomas, further solidifying our commitment to recognized, high-quality education across multiple regions. While we collaborate closely within this global educational ecosystem, we remain an academically and administratively independent institution.

Through this strategic partnership, we have joined a broader academic family with campuses in Lucerne, Bishkek, Dubai, Osh, and more—uniting over 3,800 students who share a commitment to excellence, diversity, and global progress.

A Historic Transformation

This year marks a pivotal moment in our history: the official renaming of our institution to the International Academy in Switzerland, effective from 2025. This change is more than just a new name—it symbolizes the high standards we uphold and the transformative growth we continue to pursue.

Our Path to Excellence

Over the past year, we have successfully secured several prestigious accreditations, reaffirming the quality, credibility, and recognition of our programs:

✅ 5-Star Rated Academy by QS TopUniversities – A globally respected benchmark of quality in higher education.
✅Institutional Accreditation by BSKG, recognized by the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)
✅EDU Accreditation, an Intergovernmental Organization developed by the Ministry of Education in Palau, in affiliation with UNESCO
✅Programmatic Accreditation by ECLBS – European Council of Leading Business Schools, supported by 10 national accreditation bodies across Europe
✅ASIC Accreditation (UK), recognized by the UK Government
✅ARIA Accreditation, one of the most reputable bodies in the world
✅TAQ-EDUQA Accreditation, Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education
✅Additional accreditations by IEAC, QAHE, and others
✅ISO 9001 Certification for Quality Management in Education
and more... the full list here

These recognitions are more than formalities—they are a reflection of our academic integrity, institutional rigor, and international reputation.

Our Commitment to You

Since our foundation, we have gone through various phases of growth, each guided by visionary leadership. Over the past four years, under my direction, we have made a strategic shift to focus solely on quality—even when it required us to limit enrollments or redirect resources. We firmly believe that investing in quality is the only sustainable path to educational excellence.

As we move forward with our rebranding and expansion, we remain fully committed to you—our students. You are the heart of this institution. Our mission is to support your academic, personal, and professional development so you can contribute meaningfully to your communities and industries around the globe.

We encourage you to seize this opportunity: engage with your professors, participate actively in your courses, and never hesitate to ask questions or seek support. You are not simply joining a school—you are joining a global legacy.

Once again, welcome to the International Academy in Switzerland.

With warm regards and sincere wishes for your success,

International Academy in Switzerland

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Each year we welcome +1800 new students from +120 countries