EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality
Passugg, Switzerland
"An EHL Group hotel school in a historic spa hotel near Chur"
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About EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality
The EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality (SSTH), renamed EHL Hotel School Passugg in 2025, is a hotel school in Passugg near Chur in the canton of Graubunden. It was founded in 1966 as a hotel secretariat school in Chur and moved in 1991 into the former Spa Hotel Passugg, built in the 19th century. It became part of the EHL Group in 2013. Its main programme is a three-year Swiss Professional Bachelor (HF) in Hospitality Management taught in English, with internships and specialisations in culinary arts, spa and wellness, and sustainable management.
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Accreditations & Memberships
EHL Group
THE-ICE (C2Q member)
HotellerieSuisse
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Key Facts
1966 (Chur)
Founded
Former Spa Hotel Passugg
Campus
2013
EHL Group since
Professional Bachelor HF
Main Degree
English (HF)
Language
Popular Programs
Hospitality Management (Professional Bachelor HF)
Culinary Arts specialisation
Spa & Wellness Management specialisation
Sustainable Management specialisation
Professional Path to EHL BSc
Hotel Communications Specialist (HoKo)
Application Details
Application Route
Online form + interview
January Intake Deadline
6 Nov (visa: 30 Sep)
August Intake Deadline
5 Jun (visa: 30 Apr)
Minimum Age
18 in first year
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
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6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT
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80 |
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Cambridge English
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B2, 170+ |
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Duolingo
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110 |
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TOEFL Essentials
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8.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
Application Fee
CHF 300
Avg Scholarship
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Career Outcomes
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Post-Study Work
15
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English (HF)
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The school occupies the former Spa Hotel Passugg, a 19th-century Kurhaus in the hills above Chur in Graubunden. First-semester students must live on campus, with full board included in the accommodation contract.
Campus Details
Residential
campus in Passugg
near
Chur
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 14 to 25 C
Coldest (Jan): -2 to 5 C
Climate: Temperate oceanic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: On-campus rooms CHF 3
800-5
600 / sem.
Dining
Dining: Full board CHF 2
800 / semester
Health & Wellness
Health: Compulsory Swiss health insurance
Activities & Clubs
Internships
Alpine setting
Student events
Diversity & Demographics
Teaching Language
English
English courses since
1972
Cost Deep-Dive
HF total (tuition + fees)
CHF 81,820
Semester 1
CHF 24,330
Semesters 2-4
CHF 19,330 each
Semesters 5-6
CHF 18,830 each
Full board
CHF 2,800 / semester
Intakes & Deadlines
The Professional Bachelor HF starts in January and August. For the January intake the application deadline is 6 November (30 September for students who need a visa); for the August intake it is 5 June (30 April for visa applicants). After an interview and provisional acceptance, students pay the first semester fees and then apply for a visa if needed.
Scholarships at EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma + interview; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 / Duolingo 110
Postgraduate
N/A
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
Cambridge English
Duolingo
TOEFL Essentials
Required Documents
Passport copy and passport photo
Secondary school transcripts with grades
Motivation statement (max 2 pages)
CV
One letter of recommendation
English language certificate
Certified translations of non-English documents
Swiss health insurance (compulsory)
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme page for academic entry requirements, English level and the application window for your intake.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, English certificate and the other required documents before the school's deadline.
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Receive admission
Wait for the evaluation (and interview where required) and receive the admission letter.
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Pay deposit or fees
Pay any confirmation deposit or first fee instalment requested by the school; non-EU students often need this for the visa.
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Study visa
Non-EU/EFTA students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with the admission letter and proof of funds.
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Arrive and register
Register with the local commune after arrival to receive the B residence permit for study, then enrol.
Campus & Location
The school occupies the former Spa Hotel Passugg, a 19th-century Kurhaus in the hills above Chur in Graubunden. First-semester students must live on campus, with full board included in the accommodation contract.
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