Mathematics and Computing in Switzerland

Mathematics and Computing in Switzerland

Tentative Dates: May 24 – June 2, 2025

Price: $6,306
Class: MAT 490 or COM 490 (3 credits)
Eligibility: Open to any major, no prerequisites
Information Session: Thursday, October 10, at Common Hour in the Student Center

Embark on a journey that takes you to the majestic and pristine country of Switzerland. While you are in Zurich, you will have the opportunity to engage with local computer science- and mathematics-oriented institutions, such as a local high school, a university, and a company visit to IBM. Take a day trip to Basel, where you will visit an art museum. Walk to France and Germany. Indulge in a hot spring day and a tour of the Lindt chocolate factory in Zurich.

The Price Includes

  • Accommodations 
  • Scheduled group activities on this itinerary
  • Round-trip airfare
  • All airport taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges
  • Breakfast

The Price Does Not Include

  • Transportation to/from JFK
  • Meals that are not listed on the itinerary
  • Additional increases in taxes and fuel surcharges at the time of ticketing
  • Additional activities or optional trips
  • Personal expenses such as Wi-fi, phone, and souvenirs
  • Exceeding the airline's baggage allowance

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  • Day 1 - Saturday, May 24: Depart from JFK.  Flight from JFK to Zurich.
  • Day 2 - Sunday, May 25: Welcome to Zurich, Switzerland!
  • Day 3 - Monday, May 26: School Visits and evening tour of the observatory at ETH
  • Day 4 - Tuesday, May 27: Company and School Visits
  • Day 5 - Wednesday, May 28: Use your Swiss travel pass and public transportation to reach the Lidnt chocolate factory
  • Day 6 - Thursday, May 29: Use your Swiss travel pass and use public transportation to visit Kappel am Albis school
  • Day 7 - Friday, May 30: Private coach for a day trip to Basel. First visit: Novartis campus, followed by a visit to the Kunstmuseum. Afternoon: walk the bridge The Three Countries Bridge. Return via coach to your hotel in Zurich
  • Day 8 - Saturday, May 31: Visit the Wow Museum of Illusions and the hot springs in Zurich
  • Day 9 - Sunday, June 1: Full-day coach and guide for a mountain tour
  • Day 10 - Monday, June 2: Return coach transfer from the hotel to the airport, depart Zurich to JFK

How to Apply

Directions for applying online:  

  1.  Log in to the portal
  2.  View our Study Abroad Application Process
  3.  Follow the St. Joseph's Faculty-led Programs Checklist.

Passport Requirements

Due to new government regulations, passport information must be provided with your final payment. If you need a new passport, apply immediately.

Without passport information tickets cannot be issued and delays with ticketing may create penalties and/or cancellations without a refund.

A copy of your passport is due no later than January 22, 2025.