Applications are open for the latest Swiss Government excellence scholarships. Study in Switzerland on a Fully Funded Scholarship Program by the Swiss Government. The long-awaited program. Each year the Swiss Confederation awards scholarships for international students to promote cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 other countries. The swiss government excellence scholarships is a top Scholarship to study in Switzerland.
There are a total no. of 500 Scholarships available for international students to pursue Master’s and Ph.D. Degree in Switzerland universities. Switzerland is a European country. This is a very prestigious Scholarship, and candidates can study at any university in Switzerland under the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship.
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship for Foreign Students is open to more than 180 countries. Please be aware of scams as the application process for Swiss government scholarships is free. This Swiss Excellence Program is for Ph.D., Research Fellowship, and Post Doc. Master Degree students can also apply. The Scholarship is sponsored by the Federal Commission of Scholarships (FCS). This scholarship provides a monthly payment, exemption of tuition fees, health insurance, airfare, and housing allowance. More details about the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship are given below.
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Course Level: Masters, Ph.D./Postdoc/Research Degree
- No of Scholarships: 500
- Deadline: (Deadline Varies from Country to Country).
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Financial Benefits
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship will cover:
- Tuition Fee waiver
- Research fund
- Monthly stipend
- Housing Allowance
- Health Allowance
- Round Airfare Tickets
- Monthly Stipend for Expenses and Accommodation
- One-year half-fare public transportation card.
Types of Scholarships under Swiss Excellence
Research scholarships: The research scholarship (research fellowship, PhD, Postdoc) is available to post-graduate researchers in any discipline (who hold a master’s degree)
Research Fellowship: To enable selected applicants to undertake research in the realm of their Ph.D. at one of the 10 Swiss cantonal universities.
Art scholarships: Art scholarships are open to art students wishing to pursue an initial arts master’s degree in Switzerland.
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Duration of the Scholarship
- For Research Scholarships in Switzerland: 12 Months Maximum
- For Doctoral Scholarships in Switzerland: 12 Months prolongable up to 36 months based on the achieved academic results
- For Post-Doctoral Scholarships in Switzerland: 12 Months
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements for Swiss government scholarships vary and vary from country to country. If you want to see the eligibility criteria for your country, you can select your country:
Select Your Country: Countries A – L / Countries M – Z
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How to Apply?
You need to select your origin country. Find out about the types of scholarships available, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for your country.
For the addresses for submission of application, deadlines of application for your country and contact details, click here
Select your country of origin according to your passport. Find out about the types of scholarships available, eligibility criteria and application deadlines for your country. For more information and questions, please contact the address provided in the list of contacts (PDF, 136 kB, 02.08.2023).
Read the Application Guidelines and follow the instructions. Prepare your application and submit two complete copies to the relevant office in your country of origin according to the list of contacts (PDF, 136 kB, 02.08.2023) by the deadline.
Application Timeline
- Call for Applications: August Early
- Submission Deadline at Swiss Corporation: Sept to December
- Selection: By the End of May
- Start of Scholarship: Next September
The FCS will select scholarship holders for the 2024-25 academic year by the end of May 2024.
Application Process
You need to visit the official website. Carefully read the application details, required documents, and eligibility criteria. Do your research, Join some Facebook groups, and get in touch with scholarship holders.
The application Link and the official website of the Swiss Government Scholarship is given below.
