College du Leman is an international university preparatory school located in Geneva, Switzerland.
CDL offers individual growth, academic excellence and life-long learning to students from Pre-K through Grade 12. CDL is part of Nord Anglia Education..
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: (Boarding Students) 4-12
- Grades: (Day Students) Pre-K-12
- Enrollment: 1,900 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $94,400
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Collège du Léman Sàrl ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 279 schools) for:
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Community Size
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School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
Collège du Léman Sàrl
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
4-12
Grades Offered (Day)
Pre-K-12
School Type
Co-ed
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Learning Difference Programs
Language-based , Mild Learning Differences
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1960
Campus Size
20 acres
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
1900 students
% International Students
91%
% Students Boarding
13%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Classroom Dress Code
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
80%
Summer Program Offered
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$94,400
Merit Scholarships Offered
Acceptance Rate
Course Listings
List of Courses Offered
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
40
Sports
Badminton, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cheering, Climbing, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Drill Team, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Polo, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo
School Notes
- College Du Leman was created to meet the needs of a new world, in which ambition and a global perspective could take you to amazing places.The school opened in May 1960, on the site of a former school. Its peaceful location on the right bank of Lake Geneva placed it between the thriving city and the beautiful countryside.It is now home to more than 1900 students, and over 100 nationalities.
- LD types supported: Language-based , Mild Learning Differences
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Collège du Léman Sàrl cost?
Collège du Léman Sàrl's tuition is approximately $94,400 for boarding students.
What sports does Collège du Léman Sàrl offer?
Collège du Léman Sàrl offers 40 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cheering, Climbing, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Drill Team, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Polo, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Collège du Léman Sàrl is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
What is Collège du Léman Sàrl's ranking?
Collège du Léman Sàrl ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), High percentage of international students and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Collège du Léman Sàrl?
The application deadline for Collège du Léman Sàrl is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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My teenager just graduated from CDL, nearly 40 years after me, and the school continues to provide an excellent quality education through block classes (and expansive AP & IB programs), with truly talented and caring. . .
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