Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026, Switzerland (Fully Funded)
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are prestigious and fully funded awards aimed at promoting international exchange and research cooperation. Each year, outstanding scholars, researchers, and artists from over 180 countries are selected to pursue advanced studies and research in Switzerland. This program supports early career researchers, PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and artists who aspire to study at leading Swiss universities and research centers.
The scholarships are divided into two main categories: Research Scholarships for postgraduate researchers in all disciplines and Art Scholarships for talented students wishing to pursue a Master’s degree in an artistic field. The program offers comprehensive benefits including tuition coverage, monthly stipends, health insurance, and travel allowances.
Eligibility
Open to applicants from 183 countries worldwide. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or PhD, depending on the scholarship type. Research scholarships are open to all disciplines, while art scholarships are limited to artistic fields. Applicants must secure a written agreement with a Swiss academic supervisor.
Deadline: Varies by country (check the country-specific guidelines)
Benefits
Covers tuition, monthly stipend for living expenses, health insurance (for non-EU/EEA students), travel allowance (in some cases), and housing allowance (depending on the program).
