ℹ️ About the Scholarship

Applications are open for the ETH  Zurich Excellence Scholarship 2025. This Scholarship is a wonderful opportunity for international students to pursue a Master’s degree. ETH University is a Prestigious University located in Zurich, Switzerland. It is renowned for its focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. International students from all around the world can apply for the Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP). The scholarship covers the full study and living costs during the Master’s degree course. As an international student, if you want to do an Internship in Switzerland then there are many opportunities like EPFL Summer Internship, ETH Student Summer Internship, and CERN Summer Student Program

📜 Summary

• Scholarship type: Fully funded
• Coverage: CHF 12,000/semester + tuition waiver
• Duration: Standard Master’s program length (3–4 semesters)
• Number of awards: ~60 scholarships
• Application method: Via ETH’s eApply portal during Master’s application

🇨🇭 Why Study in Switzerland?

• Home to world-class universities with high research output
• Safe, multicultural environment
• Strong focus on innovation, science, and technology
• Opportunities for networking with leading researchers and industries
• Access to Europe’s central location for travel & collaboration

💰 Scholarship Benefits

• CHF 12,000 per semester for living and study expenses
• Full tuition fee waiver
• Mentorship and career guidance via ETH Foundation
• Networking with top researchers and industry leaders

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all nationalities
• Must apply for an ETH Zurich Master’s degree via eApply
• Excellent academic performance (top 10% of Bachelor’s class)
• Provide a pre-proposal for Master’s thesis (self-written, properly cited)
• Not currently enrolled in or holding an ETH Zurich Master’s degree
• Willing to attend a phone/video interview in February (if shortlisted)

📄 Required Documents

• CV (with correct contact details)
• Motivation letter
• Pre-proposal for Master’s thesis
• Academic transcripts
• Bachelor’s degree certificate
• Two reference contacts (if letters not required by program)

⏳ Deadline

🗓 Application opens: 1 November
🗓 Application closes: 30 November

 📢 Results announced: End of March

🖥️ How to Apply

1. Apply for a Master’s degree via ETH eApply Portal
2. Indicate interest in ESOP and upload required documents
3. Submit before deadline (30 November)
4. Await possible interview in Next Year February

🔗 Official Website / Apply Link

🌐https://ethz.ch/students/en/studies/financial/scholarships/excellencescholarship.html