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Expanding Access. Empowering Global Leadership.
At the Swiss Academy for Leadership and Sustainability (SALS), we believe that leadership potential knows no borders, and access to excellence should not be defined by geography or economic circumstances.
Rooted in our commitment to inclusive, future-focused and human-centred education, the SALS Fee Waiver Policy provides eligible participants with up to 50% fee reductions, based on the World Bank’s income classifications.
By broadening access to knowledge, fostering diverse perspectives and connecting talent across borders, we empower individuals to lead with vision, innovate with purpose and transform ideas into sustainable impact.
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Policy Waiver
Driven by a commitment to fair access and equality, we are providing special waivers up to 50% to nationals from countries in need, using World Development Indicators to define eligibility.
- High-income economies: full fare
- Upper-middle-income economies: – 15%
- Lower-middle-income economies: – 35%
- Low-income economies: – 50%
For the full list of the countries: https://datatopics.worldbank.org/world-development-indicators/the-world-by-income-and-region.html. We will ask you to provide a scan of your passport, proving your nationality.
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How to apply
01 — Explore Our Programmes
Select the SALS training, workshop or educational programme that aligns with your professional aspirations.
02 — Request Your Fee Waiver
Contact our admissions team at info@sals.academy, indicating your selected programme and nationality. A valid passport scan will be required to verify eligibility.
03 — Receive Confirmation
Our team will review your eligibility and confirm the applicable fee waiver, adjusted programme fee and payment instructions.
04 — Complete Your Registration
Once your waiver is confirmed, complete the remaining payment within the specified deadline to secure your participation.
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Fee Waiver Eligibility
SALS applies a transparent, internationally recognised framework based on the World Bank’s country income classifications.
Fee waivers are determined by the applicant’s nationality, as indicated in their valid passport, regardless of their current country of residence.
The applicable fee waiver is calculated against the published participation fee for the selected programme.
Check your country’s classification: World Bank Country and Lending Groups
Eligibility is based on the World Bank’s latest applicable annual classification and is subject to SALS confirmation.