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Scholarships for international students

International students at ETH should seek first in their home country for financial support or scholarships to study at ETH.

Bachelorstudents are eligible after passing successfully the first year examination in all parts.

Masterstudents (without an ETH-BSc) may apply after a min of 40 ECTS in the preceding master study year.

Non-participation on examination(s) due to illness must be proofed to us with a medical certification, issued not older than one day after the planned exam.

 Scholarship's Benefits

The Swiss Government Excellence scholarships amount varies with the level of study as Research, PhD, Fine Arts students will receive 1’920- Swiss Francs per month and Postdoctoral students will receive a sum of 3’500.- Swiss Francs per month.

Health insurance is provided.

Travel expenses are covered.

Study tours to various European regions and free dinner all sponsored by the Swiss government.

The scholarship winners will be provided with other living allowances and won’t be required to pay any kind of course fee.

How Pakistani Students can Apply for the ETH Excellence Scholarship 

The applications for scholarships are evaluated by different postgraduate departments

The final decision of awarding the scholarship is in the hands of ETH.

The Pakistani students who would have been awarded scholarship will be informed by the mid of March.

The university creates more space for curiosity, creativity and flexibility within degree programmes to give its students practical experience through project work.

How to Apply: 

The students must first enroll and gain admission in their desired programme. Then, to apply for this opportunity, they must complete a grant application form.

Supporting Documents: 

The students are required to present the following documents to the university:

Completed electronic application form

Project description and objectives

Eligibility for the ETH4D

Research to Action Grant Who: Bachelor students, master students, doctoral students, post-doctoral scientists and senior scientists are eligible to apply.

Students must be enrolled at the time activities are carried out. What: Projects need to (i) have an institutional link to ETH Zurich (e.g., previous research or courses taken at ETH or an affiliation with ETH initiatives that promote the development of innovative solutions) and (ii) demonstrate global development-related impact. 

Application Deadline: The approaching application deadline for this opportunity is 30th June, 2023.

CERN

The Panel will select 50 students. IELTS is not required for CERN. Each year CERN Invites students from around the world. If you are looking for Technical Internships or Engineering Internships then do apply for CERN Short term Internship positions.

Financial Benefits

A Contract of 2 to 12 months.

An Allowance of 3407 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax).

A Travel Allowance (Economy Class Tickets)

Depending on your personal circumstances, a supplement if you are married and/or have children.

Deadline: 31st July 2023