Academia

ETH Excellence Scholarships

The ETH Excellence Scholarships are awarded to outstanding international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree program at ETH Zurich, a leading technical university in Switzerland. The scholarship is intended to cover the costs of tuition fees and living expenses, and is highly competitive.

Here are the steps you will need to take to apply for the ETH Excellence Scholarships:

  1. Research the scholarship: Make sure to read the eligibility criteria and requirements for the scholarship to ensure that you are eligible to apply.
    • The specific eligibility criteria for the ETH Excellence Scholarships are as follows:
    • You must be an international student, meaning you are not a Swiss citizen or have a Swiss permanent residence permit.
    • You must have been admitted to a Master’s degree program at ETH Zurich.
    • You must have an outstanding academic record and show evidence of outstanding performance in your previous studies.
    • You must have a sufficiently high score in your English language proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS).
    • You should not be eligible for any other full scholarship from any other sources.
    • You must be willing to participate in the scholarship program’s events and activities.
    • You must have completed your Bachelor’s degree or equivalent before starting your Master’s studies at ETH Zurich.
    • You should have completed your Bachelor’s degree no more than 6 years before the application deadline.
  2. It is important to note that the scholarship is only available to international students who have been admitted to a Master’s degree program at ETH Zurich.
  3. Apply for admission to ETH Zurich: You will need to apply for admission to a Master’s degree program at ETH Zurich, the application process is usually done online and can be found on the university’s website. You will need to submit your academic transcripts, English proficiency test scores, and any other required documents as part of your application.
  4. Complete the scholarship application form: Once you have been admitted to a Master’s program at ETH Zurich, you can then apply for the scholarship. You will need to complete the scholarship application form, which will ask for information about your academic background, financial situation, and motivation for studying at the university.
  5. Submit required documents: Along with the scholarship application form, you will need to submit some additional documents, such as your academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a letter of motivation. Make sure to double-check the application requirements for the scholarship to ensure that you submit all the necessary documents.
  6. Wait for a decision: After you have submitted your scholarship application, it will be reviewed by a committee. The committee will make a decision based on your application and the information you have provided. ETH Zurich will notify you of their decision by email.

It’s worth noting that the scholarship application deadline might vary from year to year, so it’s recommended to check the official website of the ETH Zurich for the latest information. Also, the scholarship selection process may include interviews for the shortlisted candidates.

You can find more information about the ETH Excellence Scholarships, including the application process and the specific requirements and criteria, on the university’s website. The webpage is: https://www.ethz.ch/en/studies/non-degree-courses/financing/scholarships-grants/eth-excellence-scholarship.html This page will have all the information you need regarding the scholarship, including the application deadline, application instructions and the criteria for the scholarship. Please note that the scholarship application deadlines and requirements may change, so it’s important to check the website for the most up-to-date information.