Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028 (Switzerland)
Offered by State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) / Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FES) · Switzerland
About this scholarship
Apply for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028 for international researchers and artists. Funded by the Swiss government, it covers research fellowships, PhDs, and art Master's degrees at top Swiss institutions, providing a monthly stipend, health insurance, and allowances.
Eligibility
Open to international researchers and artists from over 180 countries. Applicants must hold a Master's degree (for PhD/research) or Bachelor's degree (for arts), meet age limits (born after 31 December 1991 typically), and secure a letter of support from an academic supervisor in Switzerland.
Documents you may need
Complete CV with publications
Motivation letter (max. 2 pages)
Detailed research plan with timeline (on official ESKAS form)
Letter of support from a Swiss academic supervisor
Academic transcripts and degree certificates with certified translations
Two confidential letters of recommendation
Copy of passport
How to apply
Check country-specific eligibility and deadlines on the official SERI portal.
Secure an academic host supervisor in Switzerland (for research/PhD tracks).
Register and submit your application online through the Grants Online (GO ESKAS) portal.
Upload all mandatory documents before your country's deadline.
