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University of Lausanne Master’s Grants for International Students to Study in Switzerland
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- Switzerland
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- Europe
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The University of Lausanne (UNIL) in Switzerland offers the UNIL Master’s Grants on a competitive basis to international students who wish to [study in Switzerland](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-switzerland-according-to-times-higher-education/) and pursue a master’s degree at the university.
All [master’s programs from among those offered by the UNIL](http://www.unil.ch/formations/en/home/menuinst/masters.html) are eligible for the scholarship scheme, **except** the following:
- • Master from the School of Medicine
- • Master of Education
- • Master of Law from the Universities of Zurich and Lausanne
- • Master of criminal Law, magistracy specialism
- • Master of Science in Physical Education and Sports Didactics
- • Master of Science in Health sciences
- • All MASs (PhD programs)
**Note:** For the Master of Law, only two specializations – “international and comparative law” and “legal theory” are open to applications for master’s scholarships.
**Application deadline:** November 1, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the UNIL Master’s Grants](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-lausanne-masters-grants-for-international-students-to-study-in-switzerland/#h-benefits-of-the-unil-master-s-grants)
- [Eligibility Criteria for International Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-lausanne-masters-grants-for-international-students-to-study-in-switzerland/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-international-students)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-lausanne-masters-grants-for-international-students-to-study-in-switzerland/#h-how-to-apply)
## Benefits of the UNIL Master’s Grants
An amount of CHF 1,600 per month shall be allotted to successful scholarship applicants.
The scholarship is granted for the minimum statutory period of the program chosen by the student, with the exception of cases of definitive failure after the first year.
Students offered a scholarship will be exempt from the fixed registration fees for the courses, with the exception of the CHF 80.00 fees to be paid each semester.
## Eligibility Criteria for International Students
In order to be qualified to study in Switzerland, international students must first meet the following criteria:
- To have obtained a foreign university degree considered equivalent to a bachelor at UNIL before the beginning of the masters program at UNIL.
- To have distinguished yourself during your studies, especially through particularly brilliant academic results.
- To have a language level of at least B2 (according to the European Language Portfolio global scale) in French or English according to the language in which your chosen masters is taught.
- Not to have been registered with UNIL in the past.
- To have paid the CHF 200.00 administration fee (see document, “list of documents to attach to your application”).
## How to Apply
**Candidates must not make an application for admission to the master’s degree via the Admissions Department (SII).** Candidates must send their completed application with required documents, unbound, by post at the university’s address.
The **deadline for applications is 1 November** to begin a master’s degree during the following academic year, in the autumn semester or the spring semester if the program allows. The postmark will attest to the date sent.
It is important to read the [UNIL Master’s Grants FAQs](https://www.unil.ch/international/files/live/sites/international/files/-New_Website/Etudiants%20internationaux/Etudiants%20internationaux%20r%c3%a9guliers/FAQ_Master_Scholarships_UNIL_v2019.pdf) and visit the [official website](https://www.unil.ch/international/en/home/menuinst/etudiants-internationaux/etudiantes-internationaux-reguliers/bourses-master-de-lunil.html) to access the application form/list of attachments and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
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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 PhD 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
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- 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 University of Lausanne Master’s Grants for International Students to Study in Switzerland?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the PhD 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 University of Lausanne Master’s Grants for International Students to Study in Switzerland fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. 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.