ZHAW Business Application and Acceptance Timeline

Action

Winter Semester

Apply to study abroad in the GVSU Study Abroad Application Portal (ViaTRM)

Deadline for COMPLETED Application: SEPT. 10

PIC sends Host University application instructions to student

1-2 weeks after Sept. 10 deadline

Student completes online ZHAW application (student will receive an email from ZHAW with application instructions)

October

Student attends required PIC pre-departure orientation

Select one session to attend from September to November

ZHAW sends official admission letters

November

Student applies for housing. Student arranges housing on their own, early application is STRONGLY recommended to guarantee placement

November

Student applies for student visa with official acceptance letter from ZHAW (visa application can only be submitted within 90 days of program start date). View the Switzerland Visa Guide for more information.

November

Tuition payment due to GVSU (see regular tuition payment deadline schedule)

Mid December

Travel to Switzerland

February

Return to US

Late June

ZHAW sends transcript to GVSU

August



Page last modified March 5, 2024