Swiss federal scholarships for postgraduate study and research at Swiss public universities.
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships support postgraduate researchers and artists from over 180 countries to study or conduct research at a Swiss public university or institute of technology.
What's Covered
- Monthly living allowance of 1,920 Swiss francs
- Tuition waiver at public institutions
- Health insurance contribution and airfare allowance
- Housing allowance where applicable
Eligibility
- Master's degree or equivalent by the start date
- Research proposal and a Swiss academic host supervisor
- Application submitted through the Swiss embassy in your home country
How to Apply
Contact the Swiss embassy in your country for the exact internal deadline, then submit the federal scholarship application with your research proposal and supervisor confirmation.
Application window closes Dec 27, 2026.
Always confirm details on the official programme page before applying.
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Always confirm details on the official programme page before applying.