ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) and the ETH Zurich Foundation
ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship 2027
The ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship 2027 is a partially-funded scholarship from ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) and the ETH Zurich Foundation for Master's pursuing any field in Switzerland. Deadline: November 2026.
- Funding
- Partial Funding
- Degree levels
- Master's
- Where
- Switzerland
- Funded by
- government
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Living and study expenses grant of CHF 12,000 per semester (CHF 24,000 per year) plus complete tuition fee waiver for the regular duration of the Master's programme
- Deadline
- November 2026
- Host countries
- Switzerland
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Open to students of all nationalities — both Swiss and international students are eligible Academic Requirements You must rank in the top 10% of your Bachelor's degree programme (grade A or equivalent). This is the core criterion and is strictly enforced. Your undergraduate record should show excellent grades throughout, not just at the end. Nationality Requirements Open to students of all nationalities. Both Swiss citizens and international students can apply. No country-specific quotas or restrictions.
Scholarship Benefits
- CHF 12,000 per semester (CHF 24,000 per year) for living and study expenses
- Complete tuition fee waiver for the regular programme duration
- Access to ETH Zurich's research laboratories, libraries, and computing facilities
- Integration into ETH Zurich's international academic community
- Faculty mentorship in your chosen Master's programme
- Networking with fellow ESOP scholars and ETH Zurich's alumni network
- Eligibility for additional ETH Zurich research and project opportunities
- Recognition as an ETH Excellence Scholar on academic records
Important Dates & Deadlines
November 2026
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.