Admissions
Applications to SSM Geneva are handled online through our admissions portal. Our team reviews every file and supports you all the way to enrolment — and, when needed, the student visa.
Your application in 4 steps
- 1Apply via the SIS portal
Create an account on the SSM Student Information System, choose your programme, and upload your documents (ID/passport, transcripts, a recent photo).
- 2Pay the CHF 200 application fee
The application fee is non-refundable and confirms your submission. Payment is handled inside the SIS portal.
- 3Profile review and admission decision
The Admissions team validates your transcripts, matches any transfer credits against SSM's modules, and confirms your admission decision by email.
- 4Confirm your place — CHF 3,000 administration fee
The one-time administration fee secures your seat. It is fully refunded if your student visa is refused by the Swiss authorities.
Fees
Cost at a glance
Master of Business Administration
Application fee (non-refundable) | CHF 200 |
Administration fee (one-time) Fully refunded if the student visa is refused by the authorities (official rejection letter required). | CHF 3,000 |
Semester 1 | CHF 8,000 |
Semester 2 | CHF 6,000 |
Semester 3 | CHF 6,000 |
Total tuition | CHF 23,200 |
Bachelor of Business Administration
Application fee (non-refundable) | CHF 200 |
Administration fee (one-time) Fully refunded if the student visa is refused by the authorities (official rejection letter required). | CHF 3,000 |
Year 1 | CHF 16,000 |
Year 2 | CHF 16,000 |
Year 3 | CHF 16,000 |
Total tuition | CHF 48,200 |
Paperwork
What you'll need
To apply to SSM
- Copy of your ID or passport
- Scanned educational transcripts
- One recent passport-size photo
- For MBA transfer applicants: an official transcript listing courses and grades
Documents in a language other than English, Italian, German, Spanish or French must be translated by a sworn translator.
For the student visa (non-EU)
- Passport with 6+ months validity and 2+ blank pages (plus three copies)
- Two recent passport-size photos
- Enrollment + Admission letters from SSM
- Bank certificate showing at least CHF 30,000 in funds (Swiss legal minimum)
- Previous diplomas and transcripts
- CV, one-page motivation letter and study plan, signed return statement
- Proof of address in Switzerland
- Type D visa form from the Swiss embassy in your home country
EU/EEA/EFTA students: no visa required — file the residence-permit application with OCPM within 14 days of arrival.
Language requirements
Accepted English tests
Eight tests are accepted. Minimum scores differ between MBA and BBA — the full list is on each programme page. The test is waived if your previous schooling was taught in English.
FAQ
Questions we often hear
Ready to get started?
Our admissions team is here to answer your questions and walk you through every step — from the first conversation to enrolment.