ETH Zurich (university-funded)
ETH Zurich ESOP, 13'500 CHF per semester
The ETH Zurich ESOP, 13'500 CHF per semester is a fully-funded scholarship from ETH Zurich (university-funded) for Master's pursuing any field in Switzerland. Deadline: Application window 1-30 November each year (next: 1-30 Nov 2026 for an autumn 2027 start); decisions by end of March.
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Degree levels
- Master's
- Where
- Switzerland
- Funded by
- university
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- CHF 12,000 per semester for living/study costs plus a full tuition fee waiver, for the regular Master's duration (3 or 4 semesters)
- Deadline
- Application window 1-30 November each year (next: 1-30 Nov 2026 for an autumn 2027 start); decisions by end of March
- Host countries
- Switzerland
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Open to applicants worldwide Academic Requirements You need a very good Bachelor's result, which ETH describes as being in the top 10% of your degree programme (equivalent to a grade A). Your academic standing is the central selection factor, so a consistently strong transcript matters more than any single component. Enrollment Restrictions ESOP is for students entering a consecutive Master's programme. If you are already enrolled in a Master's programme at ETH Zurich, or you already hold a Master's degree, you are not eligible. MAS (continuing-education) programmes are also excluded.
Scholarship Benefits
- A scholarship of CHF 12,000 per semester toward living and study expenses.
- A full waiver of ETH Zurich tuition (semester) fees.
- Support for the regular duration of your Master's programme, which is three or four semesters depending on the degree.
- Access to ETH's wider student support, research environment and facilities as an enrolled Master's student.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Application window 1-30 November each year (next: 1-30 Nov 2026 for an autumn 2027 start); decisions by end of March
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.
