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Scholarships in Switzerland

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Switzerland offers exceptional scholarship opportunities for international students pursuing higher education at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This comprehensive guide features 71 current scholarship programs available across Swiss universities, government initiatives, and private organizations. Switzerland is renowned for its world-class education system, cutting-edge research facilities, and multicultural environment, making it an attractive destination for students worldwide. The scholarships listed here include fully-funded awards that cover tuition, living expenses, and travel costs, as well as partially-funded opportunities that provide substantial financial support. These programs are available across various academic disciplines including engineering, business, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Many Swiss universities such as ETH Zurich, University of Zurich, and University of Geneva offer institution-specific scholarships for international students. Additionally, the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships provide prestigious opportunities for postgraduate researchers. Our regularly updated database ensures you have access to the most current information about application deadlines, eligibility criteria, and award values. Whether you’re interested in bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral programs, Switzerland provides numerous pathways to fund your academic ambitions while experiencing the country’s rich cultural heritage and stunning natural landscapes.

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Fellowships Fully Funded

UNODA Youth For Biosecurity Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

UNODA Youth For Biosecurity Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious fully funded youth opportunity designed for young leaders who want to learn about...

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Fellowships Professional development Fully Funded

UNHCR Innovation Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

The UNHCR Innovation Fellowship 2026 is a professional learning programme that empowers participants to develop innovation skills within the UN Refugee Agency...

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Masters Professional development Fully Funded

University of Lausanne Scholarship 2027 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

University of Lausanne Scholarship 2027 is a prestigious funding opportunity for international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at the...

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Internship Fully Funded

Human Rights Internship 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

Human Rights Internship 2026 offers a unique opportunity for aspiring young professionals to gain hands-on experience in international human rights work. CIVICUS,...

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Fellowships Fully Funded

ETH Robotics Student Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

ETH Robotics Student Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications, offering an exciting fully funded research opportunity in Switzerland for undergraduate and...

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Fellowships Professional development Fully Funded

UNIDIR Women in AI Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

UNIDIR Women in AI Fellowship 2026 is now open for aspiring women leaders who are passionate about artificial intelligence, global security, and...

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Masters Bachelor Fully Funded

CERN Technical Student Internship 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

CERN Technical Student Internship 2026 is a prestigious, fully funded internship in Switzerland designed for Bachelor’s and Master’s students who want hands-on...

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Post-doc Fellowships Fully Funded

CERN Doctoral Student Program 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

CERN Doctoral Student Program 2026 offers an exceptional fully funded opportunity for doctoral students aiming to build a research-driven career in physics,...

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Post-doc Fellowships Fully Funded

Branco Weiss Fellowship Program 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

Branco Weiss Fellowship Program 2026 is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for exceptional early-career researchers to pursue independent and interdisciplinary research in...

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Summit Forum Fully Funded

European Youth Summit 2026 in Switzerland | Fully Funded

European Youth Summit 2026 is set to be one of the most impactful international youth events of the year, bringing young leaders...

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