Scholarship
Cantonal Scholarships
Cantons are responsible for awarding financial support to students studying in Switzerland. These grants are based on cantonal legislation and are intended to support students who meet specific residency or status requirements.
About this scholarship
Cantonal Scholarships is offered by Swiss Cantonal Authorities for study in Switzerland at bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Varies by canton, provided as other support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Varies by canton. Selection is need-based, so financial circumstances are central to the assessment.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor and master level. Nationality requirements apply: Swiss citizens and Foreigners with residence permits.
Eligibility
Students must meet specific residency requirements, such as holding a residence permit or refugee status, as defined by their respective canton of residence.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor and master
Nationality requirements
Swiss citizens and Foreigners with residence permits
Funding basis
Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Swiss Cantonal Authorities
- Study destination
- Switzerland
- Eligible applicant countries
- Switzerland
- Award
- Varies by canton
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Nationality
- Swiss citizens and Foreigners with residence permits
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-22