International School Altdorf
Collegio Papio
| General | ||
| Founded | 2,016 | 1,585 |
| Location | Altdorf, Uri | Ascona, Ticino |
| Altitude | 450m | 200m |
| Gender Policy | co-ed | co-ed |
| Age Range | 13–19 | 11–19 |
| Campus Size | 2 hectares | Historic cloisters and grounds |
| Academics | ||
| Curricula | IB | Swiss Matura, Italian Maturità |
| Teaching Languages | English | Italian, English |
| Average IB Score | 36 | N/A |
| Student:Teacher Ratio | 1:6 | 1:8 |
| Accreditations | IB | Swiss Federation |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 80 | 300 |
| Boarding Students | 40 | 60 |
| Day Students | 40 | 240 |
| Nationalities | 20 | 15 |
| Fees & Costs | ||
| Tuition (from) | CHF 55’000 | CHF 20’000 |
| Tuition (to) | CHF 75’000 | CHF 35’000 |
| Registration Fee | CHF 1’500 | CHF 500 |
| Deposit | CHF 8’000 | CHF 3’000 |
| Hidden Fees (annual) | CHF 4’000 | CHF 3’400 |
| True Annual Cost | CHF 79’000 | CHF 38’400 |
| Features | ||
| Summer Program | ||
| Viewbook Available | ||
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International School Altdorf vs Collegio Papio: Which Is Right for Your Family?
Both International School Altdorf (founded 2016) and Collegio Papio (founded 1585) are among Switzerland's most respected boarding schools. Located in Altdorf, Uri and Ascona, Ticino respectively, each offers a distinctive approach to education.
Academics: ISA offers IB curricula, while Collegio Papio provides Swiss Matura and Italian Maturità.
Cost: Annual tuition starts at CHF 55’000 for ISA and CHF 20’000 for Collegio Papio. Including hidden fees, the true annual cost is approximately CHF 79’000 and CHF 38’400.
Community: ISA has 80 students from 20 countries, while Collegio Papio has 300 students from 15 countries. Both maintain small class sizes with student-teacher ratios of 1:6 and 1:8.