Study Abroad in Switzerland
Live and learn at Pepperdine's 90-acre campus above Lake Geneva - steps from the Alps, the heart of Europe at your doorstep.
A historic, restored 18th century campus
THE CHÂTEAU
Château d'Hauteville sits above the Swiss Riviera with panoramic views of Lac Léman and the Alps. With 7 classrooms, spacious residential rooms, a grand ballroom, a library, and a cellar, it's an extraordinary place to call home for a year.
Europe at your doorstep.
TRAVEL
From the Château, the Swiss Alps are visible from your window, and Paris and Rome are just a hours away by train. Weekends offer boundless possibilities - hop on a train to Geneva Airport and explore. Students typically visit 8–12 countries in a single semester.
What Students Say.
STUDENT VOICES
Hear from those who’ve lived it
"
The EFT to Kenya was a life-changing experience. Immersing myself in the culture and meeting local communities, I learned to see the world through a new lens. It's the kind of education you simply can't get from a textbook.
Michael P. ‘24
Seaver College
"
The program challenged me in ways I couldn’t have imagined while providing the most incredible home base to return to. I came back to Pepperdine a different person —more curious, more confident, and more alive."
Gabrielle G. ‘26
Seaver College
Ready to apply to Switzerland?
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
Applications open each fall for the following year. Check your eligibility and start your application today!

