SUMMARY

• Scholarship: Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships
• Study location: Switzerland
• Scholarship types: Research Fellowships, PhD Scholarships, Art Scholarships
• Monthly allowance: CHF 2,450
• Application opening: 20 August 2026
• Deadline for Vietnam: 24 November 2026
• Application method: Online via Grants Online (GO ESKAS)

DETAILED INFORMATION

• Research Fellowships
• PhD Scholarships
• Art Scholarships (not for VN)

For art students wishing to obtain their first Master’s degree in Switzerland. Scholarships are available at Swiss conservatories and art schools, but only applicants from a limited number of countries are eligible.

• University of Basel
• University of Bern
• University of Fribourg
• University of Geneva
• University of Lausanne
• University of Lucerne
• University of Neuchâtel
• University of St. Gallen
• University of Zurich
• Università della Svizzera italiana
• EPFL
• ETH Zurich
• Research Institutes of the ETH Domain
• Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID)
• Various Universities of Applied Sciences and Arts
• Universities of teacher education
• Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training (SFUVET)
• Swiss Federal Institute of Sport Magglingen (SFISM)

• Various Swiss art universities and conservatories

• Monthly allowance: CHF 2,450 to cover basic living expenses for one person.
• Health insurance: FCS covers compulsory health insurance premiums for scholarship holders from non-EU/EFTA countries.
• Rental deposit: One-time grant of CHF 600.
• Public transport: Half-Fare Travelcard.
• Additional activities: Excursions and activities organised by the coordinating body.
• Return flight allowance: Available to scholarship holders from non-EU/EFTA countries, with the amount determined by country of origin.

The scholarship is not a salary and does not provide funding for fieldwork or conference participation.

• Tuition and semester fees
• International conference participation
• Field research expenses

• Travel expenses for scholarship holders from EU/EFTA countries

Some universities may charge semester fees of approximately CHF 600–2,000 per semester, or reduced tuition fees. In some cases, PhD fees are not waived.

• Reside in Switzerland during the scholarship period.
• Live in the city or canton of the Swiss host institution.
• Comply with Swiss laws and the regulations of the host institution.
• Notify FCS of any additional financial support or income.
• The scholarship may not be used to supplement full-time employment.
• Field research outside Switzerland is not permitted during research fellowships.

Steps:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility requirements.

2. Register in Grants Online (GO ESKAS).

3. Sign in to GO ESKAS and prepare your application.

4. Research scholarship applicants must also identify an academic supervisor in Switzerland.

Applications must be submitted online. Do not send your application by email or in paper form.

Applicants should start preparing their applications well in advance, as careful preparation improves their chances of success.

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