Location
Switzerland
Funding Amount
Monthly stipend + health insurance + travel grant + housing support
Application Deadline
September to December annually (varies by country)
Field of Study
All Fields
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships support postgraduate researchers in any discipline (who hold a Master's degree) who plan to come to Switzerland for a research stay, doctoral studies, or postdoctoral research. Selection is based on candidate profile and scientific project.
Monthly living stipend (CHF 1,920 for PhD; CHF 3,500 for Postdoc)
Mandatory Swiss health insurance contribution
One-time return flight allowance
Housing allowance and support finding accommodation
Half-fare Swiss public transit card
Master's degree completed before starting the scholarship
Under 35 years old (for PhD applicants)
Written confirmation from a professor in Switzerland willing to supervise the research
Strong research proposal and work plan
Outstanding academic record
Degree
Masters & PhD
Funding
Fully Funded
Country
Switzerland
Deadline
September to December annually (varies by country)
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