Scholarships in Switzerland for international students
4 scholarships you can use to study in Switzerland are listed on Pathyras — Switzerland's own government, university and foundation funding plus international awards that cover it. Check eligibility, deadlines and the official application page in the scholarship tool.
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Switzerland scholarships
- EPFL Master Excellence FellowshipsCHF 10,000 per semester for up to 4 semesters, plus a reserved student-residence room
- ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP)CHF 12,000 per semester (CHF 13,500 from autumn 2027) plus tuition fee waiver
- Swiss Government Excellence ScholarshipsPhD/research: CHF 2,450 per month (renewable up to 36 months); postdoc: CHF 3,500 per month for 12 months; plus health insurance, Half-Fare travelcard and CHF 600 housing allowance
Study-anywhere scholarships
Awards you can take to a university of your choice, including in Switzerland.
- Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship ProgrammePostgraduate costs awarded as 50% grant / 50% loan; full degree duration for Master's, first two years for PhD
Studying in Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions
Are there scholarships for international students in Switzerland?
Yes. 4 scholarships you can use to study in Switzerland are listed on Pathyras: Switzerland's own government, university and foundation funding (such as EPFL Master Excellence Fellowships, ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) and Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships) plus international awards that cover it.
Which study levels do Switzerland scholarships cover?
Listed scholarships by level: Master's 3, PhD / research 2. Eligibility differs per award, so check each one's official source.