Aspiring scholars and artists worldwide no longer have to wait—beginning August 4, 2025, applications for Switzerland’s esteemed Government Excellence Scholarships 2026 are now open. This is your opportunity to study or carry out cutting-edge research in one of the most innovative and intellectually demanding nations in the world.
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When is the deadline for applications?
📅 Between August 4, 2025, and December 2025
(The exact deadline depends on the applicant’s country—check the Swiss Embassy website in your country.)
Describe the award to me:
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2026 are fully funded scholarships for international researchers and artists to study or conduct research at Switzerland’s top universities and art schools. Funded by the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS), this prestigious program supports academic excellence and international collaboration.
There are four scholarship categories:
- Research Fellowships
- PhD Scholarships
- Postdoctoral Scholarships
- Art Scholarships (for a first Master’s degree in music, fine arts, etc.)
Which fields qualify?
- All academic research fields (sciences, engineering, humanities, etc.) for Research, PhD, and Postdoc categories
- Creative and performing arts (music, visual arts, acting, design, etc.) for Art Scholarships
The type:
🎓 Fully Funded Research & Arts Scholarships for Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral levels
Who is eligible to apply?
✅ For Research/PhD/Postdoc Scholarships:
- Must have a Master’s degree (by July 31, 2026)
- Must find an academic supervisor at a Swiss university
- Must submit a well-developed research proposal
- Cannot have lived in Switzerland for more than 1 year before September 1, 2026
✅ For Art Scholarships:
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree
- Must be born after December 31, 1990
- Must not yet hold a Master’s degree
- Must already be applying to a Swiss art or music school
How Do They Choose Applicants?
Selection is based on:
- Academic and/or artistic excellence
- Strength and feasibility of the research proposal or artistic portfolio
- Quality of the motivation letter and CV
- A letter of support from a Swiss academic supervisor or host institution
- Availability of admission at a Swiss university or conservatory
Which nations are qualified?
🌍 Applicants from over 180 countries can apply. Country-specific eligibility and deadlines apply—check the Swiss Embassy in your home country for details.
Where will the prize be accepted?
🏫 At leading Swiss universities, federal institutes, universities of applied sciences, and art schools, including:
- ETH Zurich, EPFL, University of Zurich, Geneva, Basel, etc.
- Zurich University of the Arts, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, etc.
How Many Honors?
🎯 The number of awards is not fixed, but hundreds of scholarships are granted annually across categories.
What Advantage Does the Award Offer?
| Scholarship Type | Monthly Stipend | Duration | Other Benefits |
| Research / PhD / Art | CHF 1,920 | 12–21 months | Health insurance, half-fare travel card, CHF 300 rental grant |
| Postdoctoral | CHF 3,500 | 12 months | Same as above + return flight allowance (non-EU/EFTA countries) |
Note: The award does not cover tuition fees. Semester/admin fees (CHF 600–2,000) must be paid by the student.
What’s the Duration of the Award?
- 12 to 21 months for Research, PhD, and Art Scholarships
- 12 months for Postdoctoral Scholarships
- Start date: September 1, 2026
How do I Apply?
- Visit the official Swiss Scholarship page:
🌐 Click Here - Download country-specific guidelines from your local Swiss Embassy website.
- Find a Swiss academic supervisor (for research applicants) or apply to a Swiss art school (for art scholarships).
- Prepare and submit:
- Research/art proposal
- Letter of support
- Motivation letter
- Recommendation letters
- CV
- Degree transcripts & passport
- Health certificate
- Artistic portfolio (for art applicants)
- Submit by post to your Swiss Embassy or Consulate before your country’s deadline (latest by December 2025).
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
🌐 https://www.sbfi.admin.ch/en/swiss-government-excellence-scholarships-at-a-glance
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