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UNIL Master’s Scholarship 2027 in Switzerland

CHF 1,600 a month — for outstanding foreign graduates pursuing a Master’s at the University of Lausanne.

7 days to go Open Updated 16 Oct 2026 By University of Lausanne
Award
CHF 1,600 / month10 months per year
Who can apply
Foreign graduatesOutstanding record; ~10 grants/yr
Language
C1 French or EnglishPer programme’s language
Deadline
1 Nov 2026Midnight Swiss time
Fees
CHF 200 admin fee+ CHF 80 per semester

About the scholarship

The UNIL Master’s Scholarship 2027 (officially the UNIL Master’s Excellence Grant) is awarded by the University of Lausanne, Switzerland to around 10 outstanding graduates of foreign universities each year. It pays CHF 1,600 per month for 10 months of each academic year (mid-September to mid-July), for the minimum statutory duration of the chosen Master’s programme.

Important: UNIL states explicitly that this is not a fully funded scholarship — CHF 1,600 falls short of Lausanne’s living costs (roughly CHF 2,000+/month). Have additional funds lined up before committing.

Eligibility

  • A foreign university degree deemed equivalent to a Swiss bachelor’s (180 ECTS), obtained before the Master’s begins. Final-year students may apply with current transcripts.
  • Outstanding academic results — assessed holistically, with no published grade threshold.
  • C1 language level in the programme’s teaching language (French or English), with a certificate.
  • Never registered at UNIL before; students who already started a Master’s at UNIL are excluded.
  • All nationalities eligible; no age limit (though higher age plus an existing Master’s can affect Swiss visa issuance — check with your Swiss representation).

Benefits

  • CHF 1,600/month, 10 months per year, for the statutory programme duration.
  • Exemption from fixed course-registration fees (only CHF 80 per semester remains).
  • Support navigating student housing and services (not funding for them).

Documents required

  1. Online application form (PDF upload)
  2. Degree certificate + transcripts
  3. Language certificate (C1)
  4. Two recommendation letters — sent directly by referees to mastergrants@unil.ch
  5. Proof of CHF 200 administration fee payment
  6. Certified copies by post for applicants from countries outside the Lisbon Recognition Convention (postmarked by 1 Nov 2026)

How to apply

  1. Choose an eligible Master’sCheck the programme’s language and entry conditions on UNIL’s site.
  2. Pay the CHF 200 feeNon-refundable; include proof of payment.
  3. Apply online before 1 Nov 2026The scholarship application doubles as your Master’s admission application — no separate application to the Admissions Office. Outcomes are notified in early April 2027.

FAQs

Is it fully funded?

No. UNIL explicitly says CHF 1,600/month does not cover Lausanne’s full living costs — plan additional funds.

Do I apply separately for admission?

No. The scholarship application also serves as your Master’s admission application.

Can final-year students apply?

Yes, with current transcripts — the qualifying degree must be completed before the Master’s begins.

What if I’m not selected?

If admitted to the programme, you’ll be offered registration as a regular (non-grant) student without paying the CHF 200 fee again.

Verified 16 Oct 2026 via UNIL’s official Master’s grants page at unil.ch (CHF 1,600/month; 1 Nov 2026 deadline; CHF 200 fee; application doubles as admission; ~10 grants) and corroborating listings (scholars4dev, leapscholar.com, opportunitiesnexus.com).

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