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Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 15
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Neuchâtel Junior College (NJC) offers a Canadian curriculum-based international high school program in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. Students take Ontario Grade 12 courses in the final year or during a gap year to earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, with credits from non-Ontario jurisdictions counted toward the diploma. The program is a pre-university year with small classes and a supportive learning environment, and it supports admission to Canadian, US and international universities. It emphasizes international immersion and French-language exposure by living with Swiss hosts and travel integrated into the curriculum. The founder Leonard Wilde believed, “To be a leader today, one must travel the world,” guiding the travel-embedded program. Facilities include a Neuchâtel campus on Lake Neuchâtel; the Ontario Diploma is complemented by a university guidance team offering one-on-one and group support. The Dr. Daniel Andreae Scholarship for Community Engagement provides CAD 30,000 toward tuition for 2026–27 for qualified, globally eligible applicants.
Rue du Crêt-Taconnet 4, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland
The Essentials
Neuchatel Junior College has 70 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.
Location
Swiss Campus, Neuchâtel Junior College, Crêt-Taconnet 4, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland. It sits on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel. The Swiss Campus contact from North America is 011.41.32.722.1860 and info@njc.ch.
Stages
Grade 12 (Ontario curriculum) and Gap Year programs.
Type
Canadian curriculum-based international high school program conducted in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Additional learning support
Academic support, peer support and tutoring; Resource Centre; support for students with Individual Education Plans; small class sizes.
Country affiliation
Canada
Fees
Annual tuition at Neuchatel Junior College ranges from CHF 56,000 to CHF 60,000 for 2026/27.
Tuition — Full academic year (September to mid‑June) - All fees are quoted and payable in Swiss Francs (CHF). - Payment schedule for students registered for the full academic year: - Installment 1: CHF 19,000 — due June 1, 2026. - Installment 2: CHF 18,800 — due August 4, 2026. - Installment 3: CHF 18,815 — due November 2, 2026. - Total tuition for a full academic year: CHF 64,115. - Sundry account deposit (incidental charges): CHF 1,500 — due August 4, 2026. - Mandatory Easter‑break curriculum trip (Ancient Civilization or Service Trip) is not included in the tuition figures above; that trip is charged separately.
Tuition — Semester / Gap‑year options - The college operates both full‑year and single‑semester options (first semester or second semester). The school publishes separate fee information for full‑year and single‑semester enrolments; families should note that fees are quoted in CHF and that payment schedules follow the school's installment pattern.
Boarding / Homestay - Students live with French‑speaking Swiss host families (pension families) as part of the program's residential model. Boarding is arranged through the College's pension/host family system; there is no separate public line item titled a “boarding fee” on the published full‑year tuition schedule.
Other costs and fees - Incidental / sundry charges: a CHF 1,500 sundry account deposit is required (see above) to cover additional items and activities. - Mandatory curriculum travel (Easter break trip) and optional or independent travel components are charged in addition to the stated tuition. - Uniforms are not listed as a published fee in the school's public fee information; there is no separate uniform charge shown in the main fee schedule or FAQs.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The first payment is required upon enrollment; subsequent installments are typically due in June, August and November. The published full‑year installment dates for the 2026–27 schedule are June 1, 2026; August 4, 2026; and November 2, 2026. All amounts are payable in CHF. - The registration fee is explicitly described as non‑refundable.
Refund information - The school's public admissions and FAQ pages provide the registration fee as non‑refundable and list installment due dates; a detailed, publicly posted full refund or withdrawal policy (for partial refunds after enrollment or during the academic year) is not published on the main admissions and FAQ pages. Families should treat the registration payment as non‑refundable and note that additional refund terms for other payments or deposits are not shown in the published fee summary.
Financial assistance and bursaries - The College offers a number of bursaries and named scholarships to assist with tuition and travel costs; one named scholarship (Dr. Daniel Andreae Scholarship for Community Engagement) was announced as a significant award for the 2026–27 cycle.
Fee payment methods - Fees are quoted and collected in Swiss Francs (CHF). The school's published fee pages and admissions materials list the installment schedule and amounts but do not present a detailed public list of accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, Flywire, etc.) on the main fee pages. The first payment is due on enrollment and subsequent installments follow the published dates.
Summary of the most important figures - Registration fee (non‑refundable): CHF 7,500. - Full‑year tuition total: CHF 64,115 (Installments: CHF 19,000; CHF 18,800; CHF 18,815). - Sundry account deposit: CHF 1,500.
(Information above uses the school's published 2026–27 fee schedule and admissions/FAQ material for the amounts, billing dates and notes on what is not included in tuition.)
Academics
Neuchatel Junior College teaches Advanced Placement (AP), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 17 to 19.
Curriculum
Ontario Grade 12 courses are taken in the final year of high school or during a gap year, earning the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Credits earned can be used toward the Ontario Diploma. The program is a pre-university year with small class sizes and a supportive learning environment. It has an international focus with cultural immersion and French-language exposure by living with Swiss hosts, and extensive travel experiences. Courses are prerequisites for Canadian, US and international university admission.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes and a supportive learning environment.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates are admitted to prestigious universities and programs worldwide.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school offers leadership opportunities and Model UN; Model UN participants are chosen annually to attend a simulation of the United Nations once a semester with local and international schools. Life-long friendships and connections are developed, and independence and life skills are cultivated to prepare students for university and the global workplace. Orientation trips foster a positive, inclusive culture.
Safeguarding
Students live with Swiss host families as part of the pension program; a Pension Coordinator takes great care and remains connected with students and their families throughout their stay.
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are received and reviewed by the admissions committee on a rolling basis. The application is initiated on the NJC portal by creating an account; the form collects detailed information and documents are submitted through the portal. A completed application includes: a signed application form; transcript of all high school credits to date for Grades 9–11 (and any Grade 12 credits completed); a report card from the current academic year; a reference letter (optional); and a student essay (topic included in the application form). Once the application is complete, receipt is confirmed and the student is invited to book an interview. Applications are open for the 2026-27 academic year with rolling admissions; admission decisions are made within two weeks of receipt of a complete application. Tuition and bursaries: full-year tuition is 64,115 CHF with a non-refundable registration fee of 7,500 CHF and a sundry account deposit of 1,500 CHF; installments are 19,000 CHF due June 1, 2026; 18,800 CHF due August 4, 2026; 18,815 CHF due November 2, 2026. Canadian and international tuition details are available from admissions; bursaries for tuition and travel are offered.
Scholarships
NJ C offers bursaries for tuition and travel. The Dr. Daniel Andreae Scholarship for Community Engagement is awarded annually to one student who demonstrates academic and personal excellence and a strong commitment to volunteering. The scholarship provides CAD 30,000 toward tuition for a full academic year; it is merit-based, not needs-based. Applicants must be Canadian citizens who are academically eligible and have completed at least three years of high school, with three or more years of community involvement. Applications for the scholarship must be uploaded to the scholarship portal and include an application form signed by student and parent/guardian; a 5–7 minute video describing community contributions; a current resume; and a letter of recommendation; shortlisted applicants attend an interview with the scholarship committee including Dr. Andreae; notices are emailed within about a week after the interviews; the 2026-27 year is the award year.
FAQs
What curriculum does Neuchatel Junior College offer?
Neuchatel Junior College offers French, AP curriculums. Ontario Grade 12 courses are taken in the final year of high school or during a gap year, earning the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Credits earned can be used toward the Ontario Diploma. The program is a pre-university year with small class sizes and a supportive learning environment.
What age range does Neuchatel Junior College cater for?
Neuchatel Junior College accepts students from age 17 to 18. Grade 12 (Ontario curriculum) and Gap Year programs.
What are the fees at Neuchatel Junior College?
Annual fees at Neuchatel Junior College range from approximately 65,615 to 73,115. **Application / Registration fee** - Registration fee (non-refundable): CHF 7,500, payable upon enrollment. **Tuition — Full academic year (September to mid‑June)** - All fees are quoted and payable in Swiss Francs (CHF). - Payment schedule for students registered for the full academic year: - Installment 1: CHF 19,000 — due June 1, 2026.
Where is Neuchatel Junior College located?
Neuchatel Junior College is located in Switzerland. Swiss Campus, Neuchâtel Junior College, Crêt-Taconnet 4, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland. It sits on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel. The Swiss Campus contact from North America is 011.41.32.722.1860 and info@njc.ch.
Is Neuchatel Junior College co-educational?
Neuchatel Junior College is a co-educational (boarding) school. Canadian curriculum-based international high school program conducted in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
How do I apply to Neuchatel Junior College?
The admissions process at Neuchatel Junior College: Applications are received and reviewed by the admissions committee on a rolling basis. The application is initiated on the NJC portal by creating an account; the form collects detailed information and documents are submitted through the portal.
Does Neuchatel Junior College offer scholarships or financial aid?
Neuchatel Junior College offers scholarships and financial aid. NJ C offers bursaries for tuition and travel. The Dr.
Does Neuchatel Junior College offer boarding?
Live with Swiss host families (pension). A Pension Coordinator provides ongoing support.
What learning support does Neuchatel Junior College provide?
Neuchatel Junior College provides learning support services. Academic support, peer support and tutoring; Resource Centre; support for students with Individual Education Plans; small class sizes.
What facilities does Neuchatel Junior College have?
Located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel. The Swiss campus is at Crêt-Taconnet 4, 2000 Neuchâtel. The Canadian Office is in Toronto, Ontario.
What extra-curricular activities are available at Neuchatel Junior College?
Neuchatel Junior College offers a range of extra-curricular activities. The program offers Ontario Grade 12 courses in the final year of high school or a gap year to earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Canadian students who study outside Ontario and students from outside Canada have their credits counted toward the Ontario Diploma.
Who is the head of Neuchatel Junior College?
The head of school at Neuchatel Junior College is Andrew J. Keleher.
How many students attend Neuchatel Junior College?
Neuchatel Junior College has approximately 70 students. The school serves students from age 17 to 18.
When was Neuchatel Junior College founded?
Neuchatel Junior College was founded in 1956. Founded in 1956 by Leonard Wilde, Neuchâtel Junior College offers a world-travel integrated curriculum. The school is perched on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Where do graduates of Neuchatel Junior College go to university?
Graduates are admitted to prestigious universities and programs worldwide.
What is the parent community like at Neuchatel Junior College?
Extracurricular activities are organized by NJC and involve local high schools and other international schools; teams may compete in local tournaments and SGIS events.
