Scholarship
Cantonal Scholarships
These are need-based financial aid programs provided by individual Swiss cantons to support students in their studies. They are primarily intended for Swiss citizens or foreign residents with specific residency permits.
About this scholarship
Cantonal Scholarships is offered by Swiss Cantonal Scholarship Offices 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: Switzerland.
Eligibility
Students whose parents reside in Switzerland or who hold specific residency permits (such as a C permit). Eligibility is determined by the canton of residence.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-04-01. 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
Switzerland
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 Scholarship Offices
- Study destination
- Switzerland
- Eligible applicant countries
- Switzerland
- Award
- Varies by canton
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Nationality
- Switzerland
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-04-01
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-23