Switzerland Exchange Program

Swiss hotel schools have a long-standing international reputation. One of those fine programs is the DCT Hotel and International Business Management School. It is located in Lucerne, which is about a 50-minute train ride southwest of Zurich. Lucerne is a central rail hub that is nestled high in the Swiss Alps but has convenient and quick access to many other countries in Europe. The school itself is situated on the beautiful lake shore and is about a 25-minute ride from the center of town.

DCT is a private school that is housed in a hotel facility. All students live on campus in the main building. Exchanges to this program include tuition and fees plus room and board. Students may exchange for either the fall or spring semester or for a full year. Students who exchange for a full year may also be eligible for an internship of employment in the local Swiss hospitality industry (two semesters of Swiss German required during the exchange).

Visit the DCT Swiss International Hotel and Business Management School website.

Contact Information

For more information, contact Dr. Robert Wilson, the HTM International Exchange Coordinator at 413.545.4043 or by e-mail at rwilson@ht.umass.edu .

The Derek Bratton, HTM Undergraduate Advisor, is also available to answer questions (413.545.4049; email: dbratton@ht.umass.edu.

The University's International Programs Office is also a strong information resource. The IPO website is informative and their office telephone is 413.545.2710.