University of Lucerne - SMLR (Switzerland)
The Program
The city of Lucerne is located right in the center of Switzerland, which means that all other Swiss cities and regions are very close by!
The University of Lucerne is the youngest university in Switzerland. Its roots stretch back as far as 1600, but it has only existed as a modern university since 2000. In the years since it was founded, the number of students has grown from approximately 250 to around 3150 today. The University of Lucerne comprises four faculties and one department: Theology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law, Economics and Management, and the Department of Health Sciences and Medicine. It holds the leading position in tertiary education in Central Switzerland, and is a key player in the fields of scientific research, education and further education. It helps to shape the economic life of Central Switzerland and is a driving force in regional and cross-regional development.
With its location in the heart of Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Lucerne and close to the Alps, the City of Lucerne offers an array of leisure time activities. In spring and summer, Lake Lucerne and its beautiful surroundings are perfect for hiking, swimming or sailing. In winter you can enjoy some skiing in the nearby mountain regions which are less than an hour away from Lucerne. The city of Lucerne is located right in the center of Switzerland, which means that all other Swiss cities and regions are very close by. You can travel to Ticino, the southern part of Switzerland, in 2.5 hours or visit Geneva in less than 3 hours by train. Other European cities are close by as well.
Program Locations
Switzerland
Lucerne
Lucerne is one of the cultural centres of Switzerland. The world famous Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne (KKL), built by the famous architect Jean Nouvel, hosts the renowned Lucerne Festival, which attracts classical music fans from all over the world. During the year there are performances from artists from all musical genres. Cheap or reduced tickets are available at the KKL box office (often at the last minute). In addition to these traditional and cultural events, Lucerne has countless restaurants, bars and clubs that attract many young people from all over Central Switzerland.
Switzerland has 4 official languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh. Lucerne is located in central Switzerland, is German-speaking and has around 82’000 inhabitants. With its location on the shores of Lake Lucerne with the Swiss Alps as a backdrop, Lucerne has long been a destination for tourists. Lucerne has a central European climate, which means that it is hot in summer and cold and snowy in winter. The University of Lucerne is located in central Lucerne next to the central railway station, the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL) and Lake Lucerne. The campus is 23,000 square metres in size and has seven levels. All lectures are held in the main campus building, and the Main and University Library (ZHB Luzern) is also located on the campus.
Get to know the beautiful sights of Lucerne: Tourist Information Lucerne http://www.luzern.com/en/
Academics
At University of Lucerne, join local master’s students studying Human Resources Management (HRM) and Labor and Employment Relations (LER). Be sure to check out the pre-approved SMLR courses in the RGSA Curriculum Database! In order to have an idea of which classes are offered each semester, visit the University of Lucerne website and feel free to discuss course options with your SMLR academic advisor.
Pre-semester intensive language course
There are lots of English speakers within the communities of Switzerland, but we highly encourage you to register for the free pre-semester intensive course. This ‘German short course’ takes place during Orientation week, one week before classes begin and has been especially designed for exchange students. (No credits are awarded for this course)
Library
The Main and University Library (ZHB Luzern) is the largest library in Central Switzerland, with space for over 300,000 volumes that are freely accessible to users. Just under half of the collection of books can be borrowed. 620 study and workstations are available in the library.
You will need to be sure that you are registered as a full time student according to U Lucerne and Rutgers University. That means as a graduate student you will need to take approximately 9-12 credits while abroad. It is not possible to take classes as not-for-credit or pass/fail.
For information about Study Abroad credit transfer, registration, and transcripts please visit the Academics section of our website.
Housing, Internet, and Meals
Student accommodation can usually be provided to all exchange students, however since there is a limit to the student rooms available, you are advised to complete your room application as soon as you receive it. The application form for housing is part of the online application process.
Internet access
All public rooms in the University of Lucerne, such as the foyer, library, classrooms and canteen, offer Wi-Fi access. The University of Lucerne uses eduroam WLAN. eduroam (EDUcation ROAMing) enables internet access for those working or studying at institutes of higher education at the sites of all participating organisations via wireless LAN (WLAN). Using eduroam it is possible to connect to the internet via a smartphone, tablet or laptop. For students of the University of Lucerne the realm is: @studnet.unilu.ch
Canteen, café bar, snack stations
The university canteen ‘Mensa 1574’ serves fresh, colorful and seasonal vegan-vegetarian meals. The food options are reasonably priced and available also to take away. The ‘Kaffeebox’ in the canteen’s foyer serves freshly baked goods, muesli, various sandwiches, salad bowls and hot and cold drinks.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| NJ Residents | Non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Program Cost | $17,000 | $20,900 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Administrative Fees
• Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,200 |
| Meals | $2,000 |
| Visa (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $300 |
| Swiss Health Insurance | $1,150 |
| Housing | $3,500 |
| Local Transportation | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $300 |
| Total | $9,850.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Program Costs
| NJ Residents | Non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Program Cost | $17,000 | $20,900 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,200 |
| Meals | $2,000 |
| Visa (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $300 |
| Swiss Health Insurance | $1,150 |
| Housing | $3,500 |
| Local Transportation | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,500 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $300 |
| Total | $10,350.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.