Frequently asked questions

To enter the École Hôtelière de Genève, applicants can apply online or contact the admissions team. Once admission requirements have been verified, an interview with the admissions department is arranged. Following this interview, an admission decision is communicated. Successful candidates then take a placement test to assess their strengths and areas for improvement. This assessment enables us to offer individualized support throughout the course. The main criteria for admission to the École Supérieure (ES) program are :

• be at least 18 years old during the first semester,
• demonstrate a minimum level of French B2,
• pass the admission interview and the EHG aptitude test,
• hold a level II diploma (or recognized equivalent).

Admissions are also possible on the basis of portfolio and professional experience. Full conditions are available on the Admission requirements page .

Registrations are open all year round. In general, we have two back-to-school periods per year:

• Undergraduate Program: February and September
• Post diploma programs: October and March
• Certificates: All year round
• Discovery Week: Once a year in July

Dates vary according to the program. We recommend that you consult the specific program page or contact our advisors for up-to-date information.

Fees for training at the École Hôtelière de Genève depend on the program chosen (Graduate School or Post-Graduate). They cover tuition, supervision, access to facilities and student services. To find out the detailed fees according to your program and situation, visit the official Fees page of the École Hôtelière de Genève. You'll find up-to-date tuition fees, as well as information on financing options, scholarships and grants to suit your profile. If you need a personalized quote or administrative assistance, our admissions team is on hand to guide you.

Yes, you can visit the École Hôtelière de Genève during our Open Days, held three times a year, or arrange an individual visit by appointment, Monday to Friday. These visits allow you to discover the campus, talk to the staff and ask all your questions before making your choice.

Yes, professionals with significant experience but who do not have the required qualifications can apply via the ASD admission procedure.

Submitting your application This is the first step in the application process. Candidates meeting the required entry criteria will be directly admitted and contacted by the admissions team for the next steps. For those seeking admission on the basis of their professional experience, the application file should include documents such as their CV, copies of diplomas, letters of recommendation, and any other relevant information. ASD questionnaire transmission This stage only concerns candidates with professional experience who wish to use this as an equivalence. Once the application has been received, these candidates are usually sent an ASD (Admission sur dossier) questionnaire, designed to gather additional information on their profile and motivations. Interview with the student center The interview is only required of professionals who wish to use their experience as an equivalent to the EPD-ES program requirements. The purpose of this interview is to assess the relevance of their experience and qualifications to the program's expectations, while giving them the opportunity to present their background and motivations in person. Interview with the Academic Director Students who meet the standard entry requirements simply submit their application with copies of their required documents. The admissions department will then examine the file and communicate a decision, or request an interview if clarification is required. For ASD candidates who wish to use their work experience as an equivalence to the entry requirements, it is imperative to complete all stages of the ASD process. The purpose of this interview is to assess motivation and the specific skills needed to succeed in the EPD-ES program, such as analytical skills, critical thinking, or other relevant skills depending on the field of study. Once the assessment is complete, the jury will issue a recommendation concerning admission or refusal. This recommendation will then be forwarded to the EHG administration, which will make the final decision after consultation and consideration of all the elements, and will then inform the candidate of its decision. Jury's opinion Following the interview, a panel of three members from the management or student department examines the candidate's file and decides on his or her application. The jury takes into account all elements of the assessment, including the interview, and the information provided in the application file. Finalizing the admission procedure Students who meet the entry requirements simply submit their application with copies of their required documents. The admissions department will then examine the file and communicate a decision, or request an interview if clarification is required. For candidates wishing to use their professional experience as an equivalence, it is imperative to complete all stages of the ASD process. Once the assessment has been completed, the jury will issue a recommendation for admission or refusal. This recommendation will then be forwarded to the EHG administration, which will make the final decision after consultation and consideration of all the elements, and will then inform the candidate of its decision.

Our admission criteria are based on a thorough, personalized assessment. During the interview, we will discuss the following aspects:

• Your career plans: We'll discuss your career aspirations to see if they match up with what EHG has to offer.
• Your fit with EHG: We'll assess whether you're well suited to our academic environment and whether your values and motivations match those of the school.
• Authenticity of documents and experience: We'll check that your documents and experience accurately reflect who you are and what you want to achieve.
• Motivations and expectations: We'll explore your motivations for joining EHG and your expectations of the program.

To prepare as well as possible, make sure you :

• Provide thoughtful, authentic answers.
• Clearly demonstrate your commitment to our program.
• Work on the form and structure of your answers while remaining yourself.

Help is available from the IT department. In the event of a malfunction, students can contact the IT manager via the Teams application or at reception, who will guide them through the troubleshooting procedure. For all your IT support questions, the school's IT department is at your disposal during school terms.

The EHG does not offer student accommodation, but the school secretariat has a list of available accommodation options. What's more, we allow you to contact final-year students, via the secretariat, to take over their accommodation. (homestay, student residence)

Located between Pavilions 1 and 2, L'Entre'Actes welcomes you for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Supervised by teachers, first-semester students do the cooking. Breakfast and lunch are included in your tuition fees. Meal trays* can be ordered for dinner(extra charge*).

On school premises and on official outings, students are required to wear either professional or academic dress. Uniforms must be complete and correct. They will be checked by the teachers in class and periodically during the day by the security guard and the entire teaching staff.

• Uniforms are included in the school fees.
• Students must wear them with pride, and you are responsible for their upkeep.
• Uniforms are mandatory both in and out of school, when representing the EHG. It must always be clean and pressed.

Students are responsible for their own uniforms. However, a dry-cleaning service (for a fee) is available on campus.

At the École Hôtelière de Genève, we are committed to making our courses accessible to all talents. Aware of the financial challenges that an excellent education can represent, EHG offers various solutions to help students finance their studies. Please contact us to find out more.

Smoking is permitted only in designated areas of the École Hôtelière de Genève.

Use of the EHG parking lot and the Vieux-Bois restaurant is reserved for restaurant customers and visitors. For students, parking spaces are reserved for motorized two-wheelers. Bicycle parking spaces are available on the school site.

Students with disabilities are invited to contact the school reception desk, where their requests will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. A parking space is reserved near reception.