The BeNeFri program is an academic network connecting the University of Bern, the University of Neuchâtel, and the University of Fribourg. This scholarship initiative allows students to attend courses across these Switzerland’s institutions, broadening their academic experience while benefiting from a coordinated lecture program in specific study areas. So if you are interested then lets get the details for you in this article:
Benefits of the BeNeFri Program
- Cross-University Course Enrollment: Enroll in courses at partner universities while remaining a student at your home university.
- Academic Recognition: Credits earned are recognized as long as students are correctly registered.
- Travel Cost Reimbursement: Students can apply for reimbursement of train travel expenses between the three universities if they meet the eligibility criteria.
Reimbursement of Travel Expenses
Students registered with the BeNeFri network can receive travel reimbursements under the following conditions:
- Train tickets between Fribourg, Bern, and Neuchâtel are eligible.
- The reimbursement is based on the value of a 2nd class half-fare ticket.
- Students who complete at least six trips per semester may also receive reimbursement for a half-fare travel card or a GA travel card (upon providing the receipt).
Application Deadlines for Travel Reimbursement Spring Semester: Submit by June 30, 2025.
Apply: https://www.unibe.ch/studies/mobility/outgoing/in_switzerland/benefri/index_eng.html.
The last date to submit your application for BeNeFri program is February 28, 2025.