The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are aimed at young researchers from abroad who have completed a master’s degree or PhD and at foreign artists holding a bachelor’s degree.
Scholarship Benefits
- Monthly stipend.
- Exemption from tuition fees.
- Health insurance.
- Airfare allowance (for non-EU/EFTA students).
- Housing allowance and other support services.
Requirements
- Postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) for research scholarships.
- Bachelor’s degree for art scholarships.
- Be a citizen of a country with which Switzerland has a diplomatic agreement.
How to Apply
Application packages must be requested from the Swiss representation (Embassy or Consulate) in your country of origin. For country-specific deadlines and contact details, visit the official Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS) page: https://www.sbfi.admin.ch/sbfi/en/home/education/scholarships-and-grants/swiss-government-excellence-scholarships.html