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ETH Zurich Excellence Master’s Scholarships in Switzerland
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ETH Zurich’s Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Program assists outstanding candidates who aspire to pursue a master’s degree at ETH (ESOP). If you’re looking to score a master’s scholarship at an established university in Switzerland, then this opportunity is for you!
**Opens on:** November 1, 2021
**Application deadline:** December 15, 2021
**\| SEE ALSO:** [Top Universities in Switzerland](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-switzerland-according-to-times-higher-education/)
## Benefits of the ETH Zurich Excellence Master’s Scholarships
The Excellence Scholarship/ESOP includes a stipend to cover living and study costs (CHF 12’000 per semester) as well as a tuition price waiver.
Furthermore, the scholarship is for the duration of the master’s degree program (three or four semesters). This holds true for the tuition fee waiver as well.
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## Eligibility Criteria for International Students
Excellent students from the ETH and other universities (national and international) who intend to pursue their master’s degree at ETH Zurich are eligible for the scholarship programs.
You must have received an excellent mark in their bachelor’s program (top 10% of bachelor’s programs equals grade A). You should also ensure that you can be reached at the phone number listed on your CV, as the selection process may include a phone or video call interview in February.
## How to Apply for Study in Switzerland
To be considered for the scholarship, you must apply to ETH Zurich for a Master’s degree program. In addition to the materials required for Master’s admission, you must also submit a preliminary proposal for your master’s thesis. Before December 15, 2021, the scholarship application form and supporting materials must be submitted online.
To access the online application system and for more information on how to apply for this scholarship, go to the [official website](https://www.ethz.ch/students/en/studies/financial/scholarships/excellencescholarship.html).
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Undergraduate level
- Willing to study in Switzerland
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Standardised test scores where required (SAT or ACT for many U.S. universities)
- Secondary-school leaving certificate (WAEC, KCSE, NSC, EGSECE or equivalent)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the ETH Zurich Excellence Master’s Scholarships in Switzerland?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Undergraduate level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Switzerland for the duration of the programme.
Is the ETH Zurich Excellence Master’s Scholarships in Switzerland fully funded?+
Funding model: Tuition Only. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.