Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028 (Fully Funded)

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028 offer international students a unique opportunity to pursue studies or research in Switzerland with full funding. Primarily intended for researchers holding a Master’s or PhD degree, these prestigious scholarships are awarded by the Swiss Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students and cover a wide range of academic and artistic fields.

Each year, Switzerland offers a scholarship program aimed at strengthening international cooperation in research and education. These scholarships are available to candidates from more than 180 countries.

🎯 Types of Scholarships

🔬 Research Scholarships
These scholarships are intended for candidates holding a Master’s or PhD degree and allow them to undertake:

• A research fellowship
• A PhD
• A postdoctoral program

Candidates may join a Swiss university, a university of applied sciences, or a recognized research institute, provided they obtain prior acceptance from an academic supervisor in Switzerland.

🎨 Art Scholarships
These scholarships are designed for art students wishing to pursue their first Master’s degree in Switzerland. They are only available for selected countries.

🌍 Eligible Countries

The program is open to 183 countries, with specific conditions depending on the applicant’s country of origin.

📅 Important Dates (2027–2028)

🔄 Next call (2027–2028): August 2026

📝 Selection Process

Applications must be submitted through Swiss embassies and are evaluated based on:

• The candidate’s academic profile
• The quality of the research or artistic project
• The potential for future international cooperation