Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships
Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS/ESKAS)
2,450
CHF/month
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Country
12 to 36 months
Duration
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Description
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships (FCS/ESKAS) support doctoral students, researchers and artists from abroad who wish to pursue their work in Switzerland. Each scholarship includes a monthly allowance of CHF 2,450 (amount updated for 2026), a one-time housing allowance of CHF 600, health insurance for nationals from outside the EU/EFTA, and a return ticket. IMPORTANT: postdoctoral scholarships will be discontinued starting in the 2027/2028 academic year. Applications open on 20 August 2026; deadlines are set individually by each Swiss embassy. Applicants should contact the relevant embassy for exact deadlines and submission requirements.
Required language
English / French / German / or Italian depending on the university
Application steps
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