Switzerland’s Fully Funded Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are now available for international students. This scholarship opportunity encompasses research and master’s level programs across various subjects offered by Swiss universities. The application deadline spans from September to December.
Annually, the Swiss Confederation awards Government Excellence Scholarships with the aim of fostering international exchange and research collaboration between Switzerland and more than 180 countries. The recipients are chosen by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS).
These scholarships specifically target young researchers who have obtained a master’s degree or PhD, as well as foreign artists with a bachelor’s degree. Further details can be found here.
Academic Level:
The Fully Funded Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships, Switzerland, are accessible for individuals pursuing research or master’s level programs at universities in Switzerland.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition fees covered for international students pursuing postgraduate degrees in Switzerland
- Complimentary accommodation provided
- Monthly stipend included
- Airfare tickets from the home country to Switzerland and return upon degree completion
- Comprehensive health insurance offered
- Housing allowance granted
- Dedicated research fund provided
Eligible Nationalities:
These scholarships are available to students of all nationalities around the world.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applications undergo an initial screening process conducted by the relevant national authorities or Swiss diplomatic representation. The short-listed candidates then face evaluation by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS), which makes the final decision.
The FCS evaluates scholarship applications according to three main criteria:
- Candidate profile
- Quality of the research project or artistic work
- Synergies and potential for future research cooperation
Comprising professors from Swiss public universities, the FCS determines scholarship awards based on academic and scientific excellence.
Application Procedure:
- Choose your country of origin based on your passport.
- Find details about the available scholarships, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines specific to your country.
