EPFL Master Excellence Fellowships 2027 (Partial Funding)

The EPFL Master Excellence Fellowships 2027 provide partial funding for outstanding Masters students at EPFL in Switzerland. First, the award gives CHF 10,000 per semester. Also, it includes guaranteed housing for external candidates. This is not a full living stipend. Applicants from all countries can apply. Compare it with other options like the FMI International PhD Program.

Overview

• Host country, Switzerland
• Host school, EPFL
• Level of study, Masters
• Value, CHF 10,000 per semester plus guaranteed housing
• Nationality, All nationalities
• Funded by, EPFL and donors

Benefits of the EPFL Master Excellence Fellowships 2027

First, the fellowship pays CHF 10,000 each semester. Also, external candidates get a reserved room. Plus, it lasts up to four semesters. Next, this supports living costs partially. Note that tuition is not waived. Overall, students need extra funds for full costs.

• CHF 10,000 per semester
• Guaranteed student housing reservation
• Up to four semesters

Who Should Apply

Students with excellent academic records and extracurricular achievements should consider this. It suits those seeking study in Switzerland. Meanwhile, check contrasting options such as the Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship.

Eligibility Requirements

Overall, applicants must apply to an EPFL Masters programme. They need a strong Bachelor degree. Also, outstanding achievements in research or other areas help. The fellowship requires high performance for renewal. Therefore, prepare a strong profile.

• Application to EPFL Masters
• Strong academic background
• No prior Masters in similar field

Partial Funding Only

Notably, this does not cover full living costs or tuition. Students must arrange additional funds. However, compare the process with broader programmes like Maastricht High Potential.

Before you commit, the Cost calculator adds up tuition, living costs, insurance and flights for your whole study period, and shows how much a scholarship would still leave you to fund.

Required Documents

• Masters application form
• Academic transcripts
• Details of achievements

How to Apply

First, apply to an eligible Masters programme via IS-Academia by 15 December. Tick the fellowship box. Next, submit supporting documents. Then, wait for results. So, see how other awards work, for example the Swedish Institute Scholarship.

Application Deadline

The first window deadline is 15 December 2026. Applications submitted after will not be eligible for the fellowship. The cycle is open now. Therefore, apply early.

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Final Thoughts

Overall, this fellowship supports top applicants with significant funds. However, it is partial, so budget for remaining costs. So, check other options too, such as the Vienna BioCenter PhD Programme.

If you are not sure which scholarships you qualify for, the Eligibility checker compares your nationality, study level, grades and English score with each scholarship's published rules.