Scholarship
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are prestigious awards offered to foreign researchers and artists to pursue research or doctoral/post-doctoral studies in Switzerland. The program promotes international exchange and research cooperation.
About this scholarship
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships is offered by Swiss Confederation for study in Switzerland at master and phd level. The award is valued at Full funding including living allowance and tuition, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full funding including living allowance and tuition. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Open to international students and researchers who meet the specific academic criteria for Swiss universities.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-12-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Swiss Confederation
- Study destination
- Switzerland
- Award
- Full funding including living allowance and tuition
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Open · 2026-12-01
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-08-29