Applications are now open for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028, offering fully funded opportunities to talented international researchers, PhD candidates, and artists seeking to pursue advanced academic, research, or artistic studies in Switzerland. The scholarships are available to eligible applicants from more than 180 countries.JOIN OUR Coaching class for ALU ENGLISH TEST

The program is awarded by the Swiss Confederation and administered by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS/ESKAS). Through partnerships with Swiss universities, universities of applied sciences, federal institutes of technology, and recognized research institutions, the program promotes international academic exchange and research collaboration.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

Successful applicants may receive:

·       Round-trip airfare.

·       Monthly stipend for living expenses and accommodation.

·       Housing allowance.

·       One-year half-fare public transportation card.

·       Health insurance.

·       Tuition fee coverage at some Swiss universities, depending on the institution.

·       Support for conducting research at eligible Swiss institutions.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Eligibility requirements vary according to the scholarship category and the applicant's country of origin.

Research Fellowship and PhD Applicants

Applicants generally must:

·       Hold a Master's degree or equivalent by 31 July 2027. For ETH Zurich, the deadline is 30 June 2027.

·       Be born after 31 December 1991.

·       Have an excellent academic and research record.

·       Submit a detailed research proposal with a clear timeline.

·       Obtain support from an academic supervisor at an eligible Swiss higher education institution.

·       Meet the specific requirements applicable to their country of origin.

Art Scholarship Applicants

Applicants generally must:

·       Hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent by 31 July 2027.

·       Not already hold a Master's degree.

·       Have an admission letter or proof of application to an eligible Swiss university of the arts or music.

·       Meet the specific requirements established for their country of origin.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

1. Research Fellowship

The Research Fellowship is designed for highly qualified early-career researchers who are pursuing a PhD in their home country.

Successful applicants can conduct a full-time research project at eligible Swiss universities, universities of applied sciences, ETH Zurich, EPFL, or recognized research institutes within the ETH Domain.

2. PhD Scholarship

The PhD Scholarship is intended for qualified researchers who have completed a Master's degree and wish to pursue doctoral research at a Swiss university or recognized research institution.

The scholarship can support doctoral studies for up to 36 months, subject to academic progress and the applicable conditions.

3. Art Scholarship

The Art Scholarship is intended for highly talented young artists who wish to pursue their first Master's degree at an eligible Swiss art school or conservatory.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants should prepare the documents required for their specific scholarship category and country. These may include:

·       Completed scholarship application form.

·       Academic certificates and transcripts.

·       Curriculum Vitae (CV).

·       Motivation letter.

·       Detailed research proposal and timeline.

·       Academic supervisor's support or confirmation letter.

·       Letters of recommendation.

·       Passport or identification document.

·       Admission letter or proof of application, where applicable.

·       Language certificate, where required.

·       Portfolio for Art Scholarship applicants.

·       Other country-specific documents specified in the official application guidelines.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Applicants should follow these steps:

1.     Check the eligibility requirements for your country of origin.

2.     Select the appropriate scholarship category.

3.     Identify an eligible Swiss university, research institution, art school, or conservatory.

4.     Research Fellowship and PhD applicants must identify and contact a suitable academic supervisor in Switzerland.

5.     Obtain the required supervisor's support for the proposed research project.

6.     Prepare the research proposal, academic documents, CV, motivation letter, and other required documents.

7.     Complete the application through the official Swiss Government scholarship application system.

8.     Submit the complete application before the deadline applicable to your country.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A Swiss academic supervisor is required for Research Fellowship and PhD applicants. The supervisor must be willing to support and supervise the proposed research project. Applicants are responsible for finding a suitable supervisor themselves.

Applicants should carefully review the country-specific requirements because eligibility conditions, application procedures, required documents, and deadlines may differ depending on the applicant's country of origin.

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are primarily intended for Research Fellowship, PhD, and Art Master's opportunities. They are not a general Bachelor's scholarship for international students who have only completed high school.

Some Swiss universities may charge tuition fees even when an applicant receives the scholarship. Applicants should therefore check the tuition-fee policy of their selected institution before applying.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Application Deadline: Varies depending on the applicant's country of origin and scholarship



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