Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026 – Switzerland
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are prestigious fully funded awards offered by the Swiss Confederation to promote international exchange and research collaboration. These scholarships are open to outstanding scholars, researchers, and artists from over 180 countries.
Degree Levels
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Master’s Programs
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Research Fellowships (PhD & Postdoctoral)
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Art Scholarships (Master’s in artistic fields)
Available Subjects
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Open to all subjects for research scholarships
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Artistic fields for art scholarships
Scholarship Benefits
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Full tuition coverage
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Monthly stipend for living expenses
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Health insurance for non-EU/EEA students
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Travel allowance in some cases
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Housing allowance depending on program
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Access to an international network of researchers and artists
Eligibility Criteria
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Nationality: Open to applicants from 183 countries (country-specific guidelines apply)
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Academic Background: Master’s degree or PhD for research scholarships; Bachelor’s for art scholarships
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Host Institution: Must be accepted at a Swiss university, federal institute, or research center
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Supervisor Requirement: Written agreement with a Swiss academic supervisor for research applicants
Application Procedure
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Check country-specific guidelines published by the Swiss Embassy or Consulate
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Prepare required documents: research proposal or portfolio, CV, motivation letter, recommendation letters, academic transcripts, confirmation of supervision
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Submit applications through the Swiss diplomatic representation in your country
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Applications evaluated by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS)