The University of Geneva Excellence Master Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland, established by the Faculty of Science with support from external partners, provides financial support to outstanding international students seeking a Master’s degree in a wide range of scientific disciplines.
The fellowship promotes academic excellence by enabling students to study at a globally recognized research institution known for its innovative environment and high academic standards.
Program Summary
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Host University: University of Geneva
- Fellowship Location: Geneva
- Fellowship Duration: 2 years
- Reward: CHF 10,000 – 15,000 per year | Fully Funded | No registration fees
Program Details
The fellowship covers Master’s programs in Astrophysics, Biology, Neuroscience, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Earth Sciences, and Environmental Sciences. This program prepares students for careers in research, higher education, industry, science administration, and science communication.
Fellows are not required to undertake any teaching duties, allowing them to focus fully on their studies and research.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be highly motivated students who have completed or are expected to complete a Bachelor’s degree within six months before the Master’s program starts
- Rank among the top 10% of their graduating class
- Intend to pursue a Master of Science program at the University of Geneva
- Meet all admission requirements of the specific Master’s program applied for (detailed here: UNIGE Masters Admission)
- Be assessed entirely on academic excellence and the quality of the fellowship application
- Complete the official enrollment procedure outlined by the University of Geneva Admissions Office: UNIGE Admissions
- Not currently be enrolled in a Master’s program at the Faculty of Science of the University of Geneva
Program Benefits
Successful applicants of this program will receive:
- Financial grant ranging from CHF 10,000 to 15,000 per year
- Award is initially for one year and can be extended up to three or four semesters, depending on academic performance
- Opportunity to study at a prestigious European university with a strong research environment
- No application registration fees required
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Proof of registration at UNIGE or email confirmation for applicants not yet enrolled
- Scanned copy of national ID card or passport
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)
- Academic transcripts of all Bachelor’s courses and grades
- Motivation letter detailing scientific interests and motivation for the Master’s program
- Two letters of reference from professors confirming suitability for the program
- Additional supporting documents (if available), such as GRE, TOEFL, or other language test results
How to Apply
- Check the full list of eligible Master’s programs under this fellowship
- Contact the program coordinators or Academic Advisor at [email protected] for additional guidance
- Register an account with your name and email address
- Receive an email with a personal link to access the online application form
- Prepare and upload all required documents as a single PDF file
- Complete personal information, academic details, and scan all required documents
- Review your application carefully and submit
- A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission
Deadline: February 28, 2026
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