Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026–2027 in Switzerland (Fully Funded)

SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW

• Host Country: Switzerland
• Scholarship Provider: Swiss Government
• Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD, Postdoctoral, Research
• Coverage: Fully Funded
• Eligible Nationalities: International students from 180+ countries
• Number of Awards: 500+
• Application Deadline: Varies by country (generally December 2025)

About Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are one of the most prestigious funding opportunities in Europe, attracting more than 500 international students each year. Offered by the Swiss Confederation, these scholarships aim to promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 countries worldwide.

This program provides opportunities for outstanding students to pursue Master’s, PhD, Postdoctoral studies, or Research in Switzerland’s world-renowned universities and institutions.

Financial Benefits

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026–2027 are fully funded, covering all essential costs, including:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Free accommodation or housing allowance
• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Round-trip airfare (home country ↔ Switzerland)
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Research and conference fund (where applicable)

Scholarship Duration

• Research Scholarships: 1 year (non-renewable)
• PhD Scholarships: 1 year, renewable up to 3 years based on performance
• Post-Doctoral Scholarships: 1 year
• Art Scholarships: For initial level Master’s in arts (limited countries)

Types of Scholarships

1. Research Scholarships – For students holding a Master’s degree who wish to pursue doctoral or postdoctoral research in Switzerland.
2. PhD Scholarships – Long-term scholarships for international doctoral students.
3. Postdoctoral Scholarships – Advanced research opportunities for scholars with a PhD.
4. Art Scholarships – For Master’s programs in the arts at Swiss conservatories and universities of the arts (available to selected countries).

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be evaluated on:

• Candidate profile (academic excellence & potential)
• Quality and feasibility of the proposed research project or artistic work
• Potential for future research collaboration between Switzerland and the applicant’s home country

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all nationalities (180+ eligible countries)
• Specific eligibility requirements differ by country (check official country-specific guidelines).
• Applicants must hold the required degree at the time of application (Master’s for PhD/Postdoc, Bachelor’s for Master’s).
• Strong academic track record and research proposal required.

How to Apply

1. Check eligibility and requirements for your country in the official country list.
2. Prepare all required documents (research proposal, CV, academic transcripts, motivation letter, recommendation letters, etc.).
3. Submit the application package

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: Varies by country (mostly December 2025).

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