International School Altdorf

St. Josefsweg15
Altdorf, 6460, Switzerland

International School Altdorf is a private co-education day and boarding school.

The school offers students between ages 13-19 to study International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

With outstanding academic results upon high school graduation most of our students enter top 30 universities around the world.

Quick Stats (2023)

Grades: (Boarding) 8-12, PG
Enrollment: 100 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $50,000
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $27,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

International School Altdorf ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 298 schools) for:

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2022 School Data

International School Altdorf

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

8-12, PG

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

2016

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Enrollment

100 students

% Students Boarding

100%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Yes

Frequency of Saturday Classes

Weekly

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

15 students

Student : Teacher Ratio

15:1

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$50,000
(Starts by 45,000 CHF per year)

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$27,000
(Starts by 25,000 CHF per year)

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$20,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Director of Admissions

Maria Helgesson

School Notes

Situated in the central part of Switzerland in the canton of Uri, International School Altdorf welcomes international students from all over the world. With nature just around the corner, our school is surrounded by the stunning Swiss Alps and the beautiful Lake Lucerne. Our school strives to provide excellence in education and believe that collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking are essential to successfully navigate in a fast-changing world. Our school offers the internationally recognized IGCSE, IBDP and University Preparation programs as well as a summer program and classes to prepare for IELTS, TOEFL and SAT exams that our students can take at the certified test centre on our campus. International School Altdorf is also pleased to offer scholarships to highly capable students who meet strict academic requirements and demonstrate their future potential. Please note that this is a highly competitive and limited scholarship opportunity. For more information visit: www.lemaniaaltdorf.chWith a strong focus on academics, our students also participate in the European Physics Olympiads and the World Olympic Mathematic Competition. Through outside collaborations with pharmaceutical companies and attending UNWTO meetings, our students also get the chance to apply their academic experience outside of the classrooms.At International School Altdorf our experienced and dedicated team of teachers accompany and guide our students on their journey to make the most of both their educational achievements as well as on a personal development level. With the assistance of our professional university guidance counsellors, most of our students are accepted to top 30 universities worldwide upon graduation.
Academics
Cambridge curriculum, IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, Foundation Program for University preparation
Examinations
IGCSE, IBDP, TOEFL, IELTS, SAT
LD types supported: Yes
International School Altdorf accreditations: International Baccalaureate

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does International School Altdorf cost?

International School Altdorf's tuition is approximately $50,000 for boarding students and $27,000 for day students.

What is International School Altdorf's ranking?

International School Altdorf ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of boarding students.

When is the application deadline for International School Altdorf?

The application deadline for International School Altdorf is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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