Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2024/25

Description:

Through the Swiss Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS aka ESKAS, CFBE), the Swiss Government grants foreign researchers postgraduate scholarships at Swiss higher education institutions (Universities, Federal Institutes of Technology and Universities of Applied Sciences, Arts and Music Schools).

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are intended for highly motivated, competitive young

Researchers who have graduated from university (postgraduates). These scholarships will enable applicants to undertake research work in the fields in which the Swiss universities are particularly active.

Summary:       

Eligibility:

Applicants should:

  • Be citizens of countries other than Switzerland

  • Have high proficiency in English

  • Have a recognized academic degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent) from their own country.

  • Applicants for research should have a solid research background and propose a research concept.

Value: 

The fellowship provides the following benefits:

Tuition fee, housing allowance, health insurance

How to apply for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships

Applicants should submit their application HERE

Requirements

  • Academic Transcripts

  • Language Proficiency Certificates

  • CV/Resume

  • Motivation Letter

  • Research Proposal

  • Letter of Acceptance

  • Recommendation Letters

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree Certificate

  • Passport Copy

  • Any Additional Documents

Deadline:

Deadline varies with the country

For more information about the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships, please visit THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE