Program Description: 

Title: Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026

Application deadline: 

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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026: Overview

Each year, the Swiss Confederation offers the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships to encourage international exchange and research collaboration between Switzerland and over 180 countries worldwide. These prestigious scholarships are awarded by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS) and are intended for:

• Young researchers (with at least a master’s degree or PhD)

• Artists (with at least a bachelor’s degree)

The scholarships support doctoral (PhD), postdoctoral, and research fellowships in Switzerland, as well as arts master’s degrees for eligible foreign students.

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026: Eligibility

Research Scholarships (PhD, Postdoc, Research Fellowships):

• Open to postgraduate researchers from any country.

• Applicants must hold at least a master’s degree before the scholarship starts.

• Research or study must be undertaken at:

  • Swiss cantonal universities

  • Swiss universities of applied sciences

  • Swiss federal institutes of technology (ETH Zurich and EPFL)

  • One of the four Swiss research institutes.

• A nomination (invitation letter) by an academic supervisor at a Swiss institution is required.

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026: Art Scholarships:

• Open to students pursuing their first arts master’s degree in Switzerland.

• Available only to students from selected countries.

• Studies can be undertaken at Swiss conservatories or universities of the arts.

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026: Benefits

• Tuition coverage (as applicable by the institution)

• Monthly stipend

• Health insurance

• Airfare (in some cases)

• Housing allowance

• Public transportation pass (varies)

Exact benefits depend on the specific scholarship type and individual circumstances.

Application Requirements

1. Detailed research proposal or study plan

2. Academic transcripts

3. CV/Resume

4. Two academic reference letters

5. A nomination letter from a Swiss professor or academic supervisor

6. Proof of language proficiency (as required by the host institution)

7. Portfolio (for art students)

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026: Selection Criteria

• Quality and originality of the research/study proposal

• Academic qualifications and achievements

• Potential for future research contribution or artistic work

• Recommendation by the Swiss academic supervisor or institution

• Priority is given to candidates from countries that have not previously benefited from the scholarship.

Restrictions

• For art scholarships, only students from selected countries can apply.

• Research scholarships require a confirmed host professor or supervisor in Switzerland.

• Not open to Swiss residents.

Application Process

1. Check country-specific eligibility and deadlines via your country’s Swiss Embassy or consulate website.

2. Contact a potential academic supervisor in Switzerland for support.

3. Submit your complete application package to the designated Swiss diplomatic representation in your country.

4. Await feedback after the review by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS).