List of Switzerland Scholarships, Grants, and Fellowships for International Students

List of Switzerland Scholarships, Grants, and Fellowships for International Students


Marie Curie International Incoming Fellowships (IIF) for Developing Countries

Deadline: 14 Aug(annual)
Study in:  Europe 

Brief description:
Top-class researchers from Third Countries are welcome to work on projects in Europe. This helps to develop research cooperation between Europe and other parts of the world – to everybody’s benefit. Marie Curie International Incoming Fellowships are specially designed to encourage these moves.
Host Institution(s):
Universities, research centres or companies in EU.
Field of study:
All areas of scientific and technological research that are of interest to the EU may be eligible for IIF funding. But there is one exception: research areas covered by the EURATOM Treaty cannot be funded.
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
Researchers from developing countries
Scholarship value/inclusions:
IIF funding is provided for a research project which will transfer knowledge into your host organisation and building or enhancing collaborations between Europe and the rest of the world. The research project will also allow you to advance your career. Financial support is provided for 12-24 months (full-time equivalent).
Funding allows you to:
•  join a European research team that doesn’t have your experience
•  establish a collaboration through a research project with your lab or your country
•  gain new knowledge in a European lab.
Your IIF may also cover a return phase of up to one year. This will be spent back in your country of origin, applying the experience that you have gained. To qualify for a return phase, you must be from one of the International Cooperation Partner Countries. If you want a return phase, you must include details of it in your initial application. And you must specify the potential return host organization in your country of origin.
Eligibility:
• Researchers from Third Countries are eligible for an IIF. That means countries that are neither EU Member States nor Associated Countries.
• Must have either a doctoral degree or at least 4 years’ full-time equivalent research experience, after obtaining a degree permitting you to embark on a doctorate. But that is the minimum. The more experience you have, the better will be your chances of being accepted for this action.
• Your application for an IIF should be made in liaison with the organisation or institution that would be willing to host you in Europe. Host organisations can be universities, research centres or companies.
Note: See the complete eligibility criteria in the work programme which can be downloaded from the call page.
Application instructions:
To prepare and submit a proposal for a Marie Curie IIF, you will need the complete Information package which is available from the call page (see link below). Proposals are submitted electronically via the Commission’s Electronic Proposal Submission Service (EPSS) which is also found on the call page.  The deadline for applications is 14 August.
It is important to read the the FAQs and visit the official website and the call page (links found below)  for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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Nestle MBA Scholarships for Women from Developing Countries

Deadline: 30 Sept (annual)
Study in:  Switzerland
Course starts Jan 


Brief description:
The Nestlé Scholarship for Women was first awarded in 1997 and was initiated by a group of IMD MBA participants who wanted to encourage women to take the MBA.
Host Institution(s):
IMD in Switzerland
Field of study:
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Number of Awards:
One (1)
Target group:
Women  (preference given to women from developing countries)
Scholarship value/inclusions:
CHF 25,000
Eligibility:
Women candidates who have already applied to the full-time IMD MBA program and who demonstrate financial need.  Employees of Nestlé and its subsidiaries are not eligible.
Application instructions:
Before you can be considered for the scholarship, you must have been accepted into an IMD MBA Program. You must also submit a 750 word essay on “Many have argued that greater diversity in the Top Management team of an organization is good for profits and customers. What would you recommend as ways to achieve greater diversity?“ together with the financial aid application form. The deadline for scholarship applications is 30 September annually.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application forms and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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University of Bern Masters Grants for International Students

Deadline: 31 Dec (annual)
Study in:  Switzerland
Course starts September


Brief description:
The University of Bern is offering six Master Grants to the students and alumni of its international partners.
Host Institution(s):
University of Bern, Switzerland.  Check the following links to see if your university is partnered with the University of Bern:

Field of study:
All Master’s Programme offered at University of Bern except Biomedical Science and Medicine.
Number of Awards:
6
Target group:
Students and alumni of the University’s international partners whose permanent place of residence must be outside of Switzerland.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The recipients of the grant will receive a monthly stipend of CHF 1600.- The Master Grant also covers the tuition fees for the entire duration of studies.
Eligibility:
• You have completed your Bachelor studies in the past five years or will complete them by 31 July 2016.
• You are enrolled at a partner university of the University of Bern or have completed your Bachelor studies at a partner university within the last five years.
• The Master’s programme of your choice must be in the same discipline as your Bachelor studies.
• The applicant’s permanent place of residence must be outside of Switzerland.
Application instructions:
Please send your complete application to the scholarship administrator by 31 December.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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Jim Ellert MBA Scholarship at IMD

Deadline: 30 September (annual)
Study in:  Switzerland
Course starts January


Brief description:
Jim Ellert MBA Scholarships are intended to attract students from Africa, Central & Eastern Europe and the South-Eastern Asian Peninsula who wish to pursue an MBA Degree at IMD.
Host Institution(s):
IMD Switzerland
Field of study:
Masters in Business Administration
Number of Scholarships:
One (1)
Target group:
Nationals from the following regions: Africa, Central & Eastern Europe and the South-Eastern Asian Peninsula.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
CHF 20,000
Eligibility:
Candidates who have already applied to the full-time IMD MBA program and who demonstrate strong financial need.
Application instructions:
Before you can apply for the scholarship, you must have been accepted into an IMD MBA Program. You must also submit a 500 word essay on “Why I would like to do an MBA at IMD?”.  You must complete the MBA Financial Aid Application Form (when requested) and submit your essays before 30 September.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships for Foreign Students

Deadline: varies, Sept-Dec 
Study in: Switzerland

Brief description:
Each year, the Swiss Confederation awards Government Excellence Scholarships to promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 other countries.
The research scholarship is available to post-graduate researchers in any discipline (who hold a master’s degree as a minimum) who are planning to come to Switzerland to pursue research or further studies at doctoral or post-doctoral level.
Host Institution(s):
One of the 10 Swiss cantonal universities, the two Swiss federal institutes of technology or public teaching and research institutes.
Level/Field of study:
Doctoral or Postdoctoral Studies or Research in any discipline
Target group:
International students from more than 180 countries.  See the official website for complete list of eligible countries.
Scholarship inclusions:
The scholarship covers a monthly payment, exemption of tuition fees, health insurance, air fare, housing allowance, etc., as applicable. Please refer to the country-specific fact sheets for exact scholarship benefits.
Eligibility Criteria:
Please refer to the country-specific fact sheets for general and specific eligibility criteria.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.  Scholarship information for the 2018–19 academic year will be available at the official website from August 2017.
Please see the country-specific fact sheets for eligibility criteria, application procedure, deadlines, and contact information specific to your country.  If you fulfill the eligibility requirements, contact the Swiss diplomatic representation in your country of origin. The diplomatic representation will provide you with all the necessary information regarding the procedure including application forms and a list of required documentation.
The application deadline falls between September-December 2016, depending on the Swiss Embassy to which the applications have to be submitted.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: www.sbfi.admin.ch/scholarships_eng

IMD MBA Future Leaders Scholarships

Deadline: 30 September
Study in:  Switzerland
Course starts January

Brief description:
The IMD MBA Future Leaders Scholarships are open to candidates who demonstrate leadership understanding and who is pursuing an MBA Degree at IMD.
Host Institution(s):
IMD Switzerland
Level/Field of study:
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Number of Scholarships:
3 scholarships are awarded each year
Target group:
Students from all over the world
Scholarship value:
CHF 30,000
Eligibility:
Accepted candidates who demonstrate exceptionally strong leadership potential.
Application instructions:
Before you can apply for the scholarship, you must have been accepted into an IMD MBA Program. You must also submit a 750-word essay on the following topic: “It has been said that success in business requires flexibility to be responsive, but also commitment to a recognized set of values. Discuss using your personal and professional experience.”
You must submit a completed MBA Financial Aid Application Form (when requested) and submit your essay using the IMD MBA Scholarship Template before 30 September.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and scholarship template and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.imd.org/mba-admission-fees/#tab=3

IMD MBA Class Scholarship for Emerging Markets

Deadline: 30 September
Study in:  Switzerland
Course starts January


Brief description:
IMD’s MBA program is offering a new and considerable scholarship program to enable young leaders from emerging markets to earn the IMD MBA degree.
Host Institution(s):
IMD Switzerland
Field of study:
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Number of Scholarships:
Not specified.
Target group:
Citizens of developing countries
Scholarship value/inclusions:
CHF 200’000 (to be split between the winners of the scholarship)
Eligibility:
•  Demonstrate financial need by completing our Financial Aid Application
•  Good academic results (GMAT)
•  Strong reference letters
•  Steady career progression
Application instructions:
Before you can apply for the scholarship, you must have been accepted into an IMD MBA Program. You must complete the MBA Financial Aid Application Form (when requested) and submit your essays before 30 September.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.imd.org/mba-admission-fees/#tab=3

UNIL Master’s Grants in Switzerland for Foreign Students

Deadline: 15 Dec(annual)
Study in: Switzerland
Course starts September


Brief description:
The University of Lausanne in Switzerland offers the UNIL Master’s Grants on a competitive basis to international students who wish to pursue a Masters Degree at the University.
Host Institution(s):
University of Lausanne, Switzerland
Level/Field(s) of study:
Candidates must choose a Master’s programme from among those offered by the UNIL, except the Master of Medicine, Master of Arts in Sciences and Practices of Education, Master of Law from the Universities of Zurich and Lausanne, Master of Law in Criminal Sciences, judiciary mention, Master of Science in Traceology and Crime Analysis, and all the MAS (3rd cycle programmes).
The grant may not be used for any complementary studies required to enroll on the Master’s degree and may not be used for EMBAs or Masters of Advanced studies.
Target group:
International students
Number of Scholarships:
Around 10
Scholarship value/duration:
The amount of the grant is CHF 1,600.- per month from 15 September to 15 July, for a duration not exceeding the regulation minimum period of the programme.
Eligibility:
•  The candidate must be the holder of a degree from a foreign university.
•  The qualification held by the candidate must be deemed equivalent to the UNIL Bachelor’s degree.
The grants are intended more particularly for students who distinguished themselves in their university studies and who have difficulty meeting their financial needs for the duration of the Master’s.
Application instructions:
Candidates must complete the “UNIL Master’s Grant” application form and submit their application to UNIL’s Social Affairs and Student Mobility Service (SASME) before 15 December.
It is important to read the UNIL Master’s Grants FAQs and visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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IO-MBA Program Scholarships at University of Geneva

Deadline: 15 Nov
Study in:  Geneva, Switzerland
Course starts September


Brief description:
The IO-MBA program and the University of Geneva have introduced a new scholarship program in September 2016 entering into force from the 2017-2018 intake. This scholarship program has the objective to encourage and facilitate the participation of candidates coming from abroad to Geneva, candidates coming from low and middle income countries as well as candidates working in a Nonprofit Organization.
Host Institution(s):
University of Geneva, Switzerland
Level/Field of study:
International Organizations Master’s in Business Administration
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
International candidates, candidates from developing countries, and candidates working in a Nonprofit organization.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The scholarship amount varies from 5,000-7,900 CHF
Eligibility:
Geneva University Accommodation Scholarship
Based on a combination of academic merit and financial need. This scholarship is depending on the availability of rooms and granted on a ‘first come first serve’ basis.
IO-MBA Scholarship
Based on a combination of academic merit and financial need. This scholarship is depending on the availability of funds.

Priority Countries Scholarship
‘Statement of honor’ describing your personal financial situation, copy of your passport, proof of residence. This scholarship is depending on the availability of funds.

Scholarship for Partner IOs & NGOs
Statement from the employer attesting your place of work.

Application instructions:
Each type of scholarship is available on a limited number and candidates who are willing to apply for it are encouraged to submit their application by 15 November (Round 1). Candidates can apply for two types of scholarships at the same time, knowing that the Admission Committee will grant, if possible, the most beneficial scholarship.
It is important to visit the official website  for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: http://iomba.ch/financial-aid-scholarships/

ETH Zurich Excellence Masters Scholarships

Deadline: 15 Dec (annual)
Study in: Switzerland
Course starts 2017


Brief description:
ETH Zurich supports excellent students wishing to pursue a Master’s degree at ETH with two scholarship programmes: the Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) and the Master Scholarship Programme (MSP).
Host Institution(s):
ETH Zurich in Switzerland
Field(s) of study:
Eligible Masters Degree Programme offered by the University
Number of Scholarships:
The number of annual scholarships depends on the availability of funds.
Target group:
National and International Students
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The Excellence Scholarship consists of a grant covering living and study expenses (CHF 11,000 per semester) as well as a tuition fee waiver.
The Master Scholarship consists of a partial stipend for living and study expenses (CHF 6,000 per semester) as well as a tuition fee waiver. The department can additionally provide a scholarship of CHF 1,500 – 3,000 per semester or offer an assistantship from the second semester onwards (with a payment of CHF 600 per month). The Master Scholarship Programme requires a financial contribution from the scholarship holder.
Both the Excellence and the Master scholarships begin when the student commences his or her Master’s degree and is awarded for the regular duration of the Master’s programme (three or four semesters).
Eligibility:
The scholarship programmes are open to excellent students both from the ETH and from other universities (national and international) wishing to pursue their Master’s degree at ETH Zurich. The prerequisite is a very good result in their Bachelor’s. Students must belong to the best 10 percent of their Bachelor’s programme.
Application instructions:
You can only apply for an Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme or a Master Scholarship Programme if you, at the same time, apply for a Master’s degree programme at ETH Zurich (or if you, as an ETH Bachelor student, continue with a consecutive Master’s degree programme). The application deadline for Master programmes starting in 2017 is 15 December.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

EPFL Excellence Fellowships

Deadline: 15 Jan/15 April (annual)
Study in:  Switzerland
Next course starts September 2017


Brief description:
EPFL offers a limited number of fellowships at the Master’s level to students with outstanding academic records. Some of the fellowships are financed by EPFL directly and others through partnerships with foundations or companies.
Host Institution(s):
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland
Field of study:
Eligible Master’s Programme offered at University
Number of Awards:
Limited
Target group:
All students including international students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
For external applicants, the scholarship includes CHF 16’000 per academic year split into monthly payments (CHF 32’000 for a two-year Master’s or CHF 24’000 for a 1 1/2 year Master’s) and reservation of a room in student’s accommodation.
Note that accommodation, tuition fees, visa fees, etc. must be paid by the fellowship holder.
Eligibility:
Anyone applying to an EPFL Master’s Program is eligible for the scholarship. Anyone holding a Bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent) in a related field from a recognized university can apply to one of the EPFL Masters Programs.
The selection of candidates and the granting of the fellowships is done based solely on the evaluation of the academic records of the candidates.
Application instructions:
The application is done via the same online form than your application to a Master’s program. It is however necessary to tick a box indicating that your profile should also be considered for an excellence fellowship. Applications can be filled online from  mid-November to the 15th of January, or from the 16th of January to the 15th of April.  Candidates who need a visa are strongly advised to apply by the January deadline.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

University of Geneva Excellence Masters Fellowships

Deadline: 15 March(annual)
Study in:  Switzerland
Course starts September


Brief description:
The Faculty of Science of the University of Geneva, in collaboration with several sponsors, has established an Excellence Fellowship Program to support outstanding and highly motivated candidates who intend to pursue a Master of Science in any of the disciplines covered by the Faculty.
Host Institution(s):
University of Geneva in Switzerland
Level/Field of study:
Masters of Science Programme in Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Physics offered by the Faculty of Science.
Number of Awards:
Not specified
Target group:
All students including international students
Scholarship value/duration:
The scholarship value is CHF 10,000 to CHF 15,000 per year.  It is awarded for one year and extended for the regular duration of the chosen Master’s programme (three or four semesters) provided the applicant is academically successful at the end of his/her first semester of studies.
Eligibility:
The fellowships are open to students from any university with very good performance in their studies (belonging to the best 10% of their bachelor’s program) and that have completed the Bachelor degree or expect to complete it within 6 months. Selection of the applicants will be based on excellence. 
Application instructions:
You must submit the application form and supporting documents as a unique PDF file by e-mail to the Dean of the Faculty of Science before 15 March.
It is important to visit the official website to access the application form and  for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:

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