Description
Nestled in the center of Europe is one of the most important centers of diplomacy, finance, and innovation: Switzerland. With only 8.5 million inhabitants, it is known as one of the world's most beautiful, safe, and stable countries! Pepperdine's international program on the magnificent Hauteville Estate is located in the heart of the French-speaking area of western Switzerland. The economy of this region is stimulated by strong businesses (the global headquarters for Nestlé is located here!) and is known for its rich cultural life, resulting in a perfect blend of options for the urban dweller, but also appeals to outdoor enthusiasts who love the rugged adventure that the Swiss Alps provide.
The program's central location in Europe allows for easy train access to all the major cities of Europe: it is just over an hour to the Geneva airport, four hours to Paris by the high-speed train, and one hour to the best ski slopes in the Alps!
Donations are applied to...
Switzerland Student Support Fund - “IP $60 for 60”
As we celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Pepperdine's International Programs (IP), we see an increasing need for study-abroad scholarships. Many alumni of our previous Lausanne campus describe their time in Switzerland as one of the most life-changing and transformative opportunities offered at Pepperdine. Please help us pave the way for the next generation of students taking off for Switzerland.
Why are donations necessary?
Every year, rising travel and living costs make it more difficult for students to attend the Switzerland Program. Your support helps provide student scholarships and makes this experience a reality for students who could not afford to attend.
A $6,000 gift would cover all the additional* costs of one student studying in Switzerland versus Malibu for an academic year (fall and spring).
A $600 gift would pay for one student's educational field trip flight expenses.
A $60+ gift helps to build up the newly created Switzerland Student Support Fund.
* Including airfare, fees, and educational field trips; not including private trips