Get ready! You can now apply to study in Switzerland for free! The Swiss Government is offering a special scholarship where they’ll pay for everything. It’s called the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship. They’re giving these scholarships to students from all over the world to make friends and work together. This scholarship is really prestigious and an excellent opportunity to study in Switzerland.
This specialized program in Switzerland is for those who wish to pursue Ph.D., research, or postdoctoral studies. Students pursuing master’s degrees can also join it. The Swiss government is behind this program and they will help you with money every month, cover your tuition fees, give you health insurance, pay for your flight, and even give you money for accommodation. You can find below more information about this Swiss Government Scholarship of Excellence.
Learn more about the special scholarships from the Swiss Government for 2024-2025
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Degree Level: Master, Ph.D. Research Fellowship, Post Doc
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- End date: by December 2023
Financial Benefits of Swiss Government Scholarship
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship will pay for:
- Round Airfare Tickets
- Monthly Stipend for Expenses and Accommodation
- Housing Allowance
- One-year half-fare public transportation card.
- Tuition Fee Coverage
Types of Scholarships under Swiss Excellence
Research scholarships: The research scholarship (research fellowship, Ph.D., Postdoc) is available to post-graduate researchers in any discipline (who hold a master’s degree)
Research Fellowship: This scholarship enables selected students to undertake research for their Ph.D. in one of the 10 universities in Switzerland.
Art scholarships: Art scholarships are open to art students wishing to pursue an initial arts master’s degree in Switzerland.
How can you sign up for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship?
First, choose your home country. Then, learn about the different types of scholarships, see if you meet the requirements, and find out when you need to apply.
For more information and questions, please get in touch with the address provided in the list of contacts.
Read the Application Guidelines and follow the instructions.
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
By the end of May 2024, the FCS will choose who will get the scholarships for the school year 2024-25.
Application Process for Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship
Go to the official website. Read all about how to apply, what papers you need, and who can apply. Look around online, join Facebook groups, and talk to people who have received scholarships.
Here is the link to the official website of the Swiss Government Scholarship:
