Bachelor's
10-20% off Semester 1
Les Roches Global Hospitality Education
Crans-Montana, Switzerland
"A Sommet Education hospitality school in Crans-Montana"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
6 months
About Les Roches Global Hospitality Education
Les Roches is a private hospitality management school founded in Switzerland in 1954, with its main campus in the Alpine resort of Crans-Montana in Valais. It is part of Sommet Education and also has campuses in Marbella (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (UAE). It offers a Bachelor of Science in Global Hospitality Management with two 20-week internships, MSc programmes, an MBA and executive education. It is accredited by NECHE and by the Swiss Accreditation Council. QS ranks it second in the world for hospitality and leisure management.
Rankings & Recognition
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Ranked #2 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Hospitality & Leisure Management.
Accreditations & Memberships
Sommet Education
NECHE accredited
Swiss Accreditation Council accredited
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Les Roches Global Hospitality Education's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1954
Founded
#2
QS Hospitality 2026
16,000+
Alumni
Crans-Montana, Marbella, Abu Dhabi
Campuses
98%
Employment at Graduation
Popular Programs
Global Hospitality Management
International Hotel Management
Luxury Tourism Management
Sports Management and Events
International Hospitality Management
MBA Hospitality
Application Details
Application Route
Online Applicant Portal
Intakes
Spring, Fall
Application Fee
CHF 275
Interview
Required
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS Academic (BSc / MSc)
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5.5 / 6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT (BSc / MSc)
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70 / 80 |
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Pearson PTE (BSc)
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48 |
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Cambridge (BSc)
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B2 First / C1 min. 160 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
6 months (job-seeking)
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
Application Fee
CHF 275
Avg Scholarship
10-20% off Semester 1
Career Outcomes
6 months
Post-Study Work
15 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
The Swiss campus is in Crans-Montana, an Alpine ski resort in Valais. It is a residential campus where students live, study and train, with sister campuses in Marbella and Abu Dhabi.
Campus Details
Crans-Montana
Marbella
Abu
Dhabi
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 10 to 21 C
Coldest (Jan): -5 to 2 C
Climate: Humid continental
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Residential campus
Dining
Dining: On-campus restaurants
Health & Wellness
Health: Swiss-compliant health insurance is mandatory
Activities & Clubs
Skiing
Sports
Student clubs
Recruitment fairs
Diversity & Demographics
Employment at Graduation
98%
Job Offer Before Graduation
94%
Cost Deep-Dive
BSc Crans-Montana (approx.)
approx. CHF 65,920 / year
Executive MBA Tuition
CHF 41,580
Application Fee
CHF 275
Intakes & Deadlines
Les Roches admits students in spring and fall; Master of Science programmes list February and September 2027 starts, and applications are accepted year-round. The bachelor's degree includes two 20-week internships, and each MSc ends with an internship or thesis semester.
Scholarships at Les Roches Global Hospitality Education
5 scholarships available
All Levels
10% of tuition
Hospitality scholarship
All Levels
5-10% of tuition
Alumni scholarship
All Levels
5% of tuition
Family scholarship
Bachelor's
10-25% of tuition
GEMS Uniconnect partner scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary school diploma; IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 70 / PTE 48
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (BSc / MSc)
TOEFL iBT (BSc / MSc)
Pearson PTE (BSc)
Cambridge (BSc)
B2 First / C1 min. 160Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school diploma and transcripts (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (master)
English test result (IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent)
CV
Motivation letter / personal statement
Official English translations of documents
Proof of funds (visa)
Health insurance (Swiss-compliant)
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme page for the intake, entry requirements and the English level needed.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, passport copy, CV, motivation letter and English test result.
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Receive offer
The school reviews the file, may hold an interview, and issues a conditional or unconditional offer.
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Pay deposit
Pay the confirmation deposit and first-term fees to receive the official enrolment letter.
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Study visa
Non-EU students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with the enrolment letter and proof of funds.
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Arrive and register
Register with the local commune within 14 days of arrival to obtain the B residence permit and arrange health insurance.
Campus & Location
The Swiss campus is in Crans-Montana, an Alpine ski resort in Valais. It is a residential campus where students live, study and train, with sister campuses in Marbella and Abu Dhabi.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
BSc in Global Hospitality Management
Master's
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Master's
MSc in Sports Management and Events
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Master's
MBA in Global Hospitality Management
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