Amount: $1,920
Deadline: Varies by country (typically September-December)
Level: graduate, phd, postdoc
Renewable: No
About
These are part of the broader Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships, specifically tailored for citizens of countries with bilateral agreements, including the US.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: select countries (e.g., US, Canada, UK, various European/Asian/African countries)
- GPA: N/A
- Must hold a university degree
- Age limit (usually 35 for PhD, 45 for Postdoc)
- No more than 5 years since last degree for PhD
Required Materials
- Application form
- CV
- Research proposal
- Letters of recommendation
- Academic transcripts and diplomas
- Letter from host professor/institution
Timeline
Applications typically open in August. Deadlines vary by country, usually between September and December. Notifications by May.
Tips
Check the specific requirements for your country of citizenship on the Swiss Embassy website. The application process is highly competitive.