I forgot, is she studying in Bern? If so, have a look at this

financial help for students
http://www.sub.unibe.ch/dienstleistu...index_ger.html

And look here for a room for two people for about 580 for 18-22m2
in University accommodation
http://www.vbsl.ch/e_frameset_home.htm
look for the bottom house (it is in English too)