The city of Fribourg is a beautiful town in the hills of western Switzerland. With its winding streets, shops and 13th-century cathedral, the city still retains a medieval atmosphere. Lausanne and Geneva are within an hour by train. There is a nearby resort for skiing. Fribourg is very strong in philosophy and theology, emphasizing comparative religions and philosophies.
Courses are often highly structured.
Also noted are Fribourg's institutes, which are well known in Switzerland. These include the Institute of Medieval Studies, the Institute of Eastern Europe, the Institute of Journalism and Social Communication, and the Federalism Institute. Students will be housed in student houses or in rooms rented from private individuals. Students will receive a stipend to cover room and board. No married student accommodation is available.