Funding secured

19 out of 20 people with realistic academic goals receive a student loan from us with favorable conditions.

EDUCA SWISS will finance your professional training or continuing education

We are a Swiss foundation that promotes education and funding. We support motivated people with their academic goals by providing free consultations for planning and budgeting, and by arranging low-interest student loans.

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And this is how it works

Sign up here for free and create your profile. Map out your educational journey and financial plan. Our main requirements:

You must be over 18 years old.
You must have a solid professional goal.
Your place of residence is in Switzerland.

A strong profile increases your chances of financial support from scholarship providers, family or foundations. A free loan coach will help you along the way. Together, you’ll plan a realistic budget for your education and explore alternative financing options.

Funded persons tell their stories

If needed after coaching, we arrange educational loans at non-profit rates. Our average interest rate of 1.6% (max 3.25%) is significantly lower than commercial lenders.

– Costs

Flexible repayments during or after your studies. Your repayments help fund another student’s education. Your coach will support you throughout your journey.

How to finance your education with EDUCA SWISS

Our success speaks for itself

2,600+

Educational projects

We have already supported over 2,600 vocational training and continuing education projects through coaching.

12 million+

Education Loans

We have already granted over CHF 12 million in education loans.

95%

Financing

We find funding for 95% of those who apply.

What our candidates have to say

Sandra (28)

Environmental Engineer

„With EDUCA SWISS’ loan of 18,000 CHF I was able to finish my Master’s in London.”

1 / 4

Tobias (22)

Studies in Business with Federal Certificate of Proficiency

„Thanks to my student loan of 7,000 CHF, I was able to pay 32CHF per month for my vocational training.”

2 / 4

Philipp (19)

Business Administration Student

„EDUCA SWISS did not only award me with a student loan of 17,000 CHF, but also helped me with my budget plan.”

3 / 4

Albana (24)

Social Pedagogue University of Applied Sciences

„With a loan of 10,000 CHF, I can fund my education for only 23 CHF per month.”

4 / 4

Educational loans help everyone

EDUCA SWISS is a win for all

Personal Loan Coach

You will have a personal loan coach who will accompany you free of charge and assist you during your vocational training.

Planning Platform

Our free planning platform helps you keep track of your education or vocational training.

Fair Conditions

We offer favorable education loans. The interest rates are always lower than with commercial providers, at an average of 1.5% and a maximum of 3.25%.

Non-profit

As a non-profit organization, we have no financial interests. There are no hidden costs.

Social Investment

Your loan makes it possible for an indiviual to pursue his or her education project.

Mentoring

You can advise motivated people as a lender or as a coach.

Safety

As a non-profit foundation, we have no financial interests. We simply make sure the contracts are adhered to.

EDUCA SWISS is supported among others by

Partner with Education Fund

Beni Würth

Council of States St. Gallen

«EDUCA SWISS is a sustainable and effective complement to cantonal education funding. I wholeheartedly support this charitable civil society initiative.»

Matthias Aebischer

National Council Bern

«Education is a human right and should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their social background or financial starting position. I am committed to this along with EDUCA SWISS Foundation.»

Matthias Michel

Council of States Zug

«I support EDUCA SWISS in its goal of ensuring that every ambitious person in Switzerland can complete an education or training program – regardless of their financial situation or social background.»

Sandra Locher Benguerel

Former National Councillor, member of the LCH Executive Board, teacher

«Education is the key to a self-determined life and contributes to a strong and stable society. That’s why I support EDUCA SWISS in its goal to create fair opportunities.»

Professor Dr. Theo Wehner

Industrial Psychologist

Theo Wehner studied psychology and sociology, is now a visiting professor at the University of Bremen and professor emeritus at the Center for Organizational and Work Sciences at ETH Zurich University. As an expert, he works for leading foundations that finance education. His research focuses on the meaning of professional work and the act of becoming in today’s society. How do we learn through experience – especially in dealing with mistakes and failure? What is the nature of volunteer work? How do we define effective support and guidance for people in their professional development? These questions are highly relevant for the EDUCA SWISS’ work especially.

Peter F. Weibel

Expert on Business and Foundations

Peter F. Weibel studied business administration at the University of Zurich and spent many years in leading positions for leading companies in Switzerland, including as CEO of PwC from 1988 to 2003 and as a member of the Board of Directors of Credit Suisse Group from 2004 to 2012. For 15 years now, Peter F. Weibel has committed professionally to education, social issues and culture. He was awarded the Medal of Honor of the City of Zurich for his services as long-time President of the Festivals. He contributed to the development of several foundations, including the Pestalozzi Foundation. Since 2012, he has presided over the Foundation of the University of Zurich. For EDUCA SWISS, Peter Weibel’s experience in professional governance, sustainable fundraising and especially in impact-oriented leadership is particularly valuable.