About the Scholarship Scheme
Master’s degree or equivalent completed with high academic standing prior to scholarship start.
100% Full Tuition Waiver with zero out-of-pocket tuition liability.
Monthly living allowance deposited directly into your bank account.
Roundtrip economy flights from your home country included.
Full international health surcharge / NHS medical insurance covered.
Zero application fees ($0 / ₦0) on the official provider portal.
Exclusive alumni network spanning global corporate & policy leaders.
Institutional Profile & Rules
Scholarship Funding & Complete Benefits
Comprehensive breakdown of all expenses covered under this award.
100% Tuition Fees Coverage
100% Tuition Fee Exemption at public Swiss Universities & Federal Institutes (ETH / EPFL)
Zero Tuition LiabilityMonthly Living Allowance
CHF 1,920 per month tax-free living allowance (CHF 23,040/year)
Direct DepositInternational Travel
Return flight subsidy provided at the end of the scholarship duration
Roundtrip CoveredMedical & Health Cover
Mandatory Swiss health and accident insurance covered by the Federal Commission
Full Surcharge PaidArrival Grant & Research Allowance
Free Swiss public transit discount card (Half-Fare travelcard) and academic integration support
Relocation SupportApplication Fee ($0 Guarantee)
Free ($0)
$0 / ₦0 VerifiedYour Profile Compatibility
Evaluated across 6 criteria benchmarks using your saved student profile.
Eligibility Checklist
Nationality / Origin: Open to African Scholars (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Your nationality is confirmed eligible for this scheme.
Academic Degree Level: DOCTORATE
Matches your current education trajectory.
Field Discipline: cs it, data ai, engineering
Eligible across accredited faculty programs.
Academic Standing / Minimum CGPA: 4/5.0 (First Class or 2:1)
Exceeds the minimum academic cutoff requirement.
English Proficiency / WAEC Waiver: English Medium Proof Accepted
No mandatory $250 IELTS fee required for eligible applicants.
Work Experience / Leadership: Strong academic research background with published papers or thesis project.
Extracurricular leadership & university involvement qualify.
Official Application Roadmap & Stages
Follow these verified stages to submit a winning application.
Obtain application package from the Swiss Embassy in your home country (e.g. Swiss Embassy in Abuja / Nairobi / Pretoria).
Secure academic supervision confirmation from a Swiss professor.
Submit three hard-copy dossiers directly to the Swiss Embassy by November deadline.
Federal Commission in Bern issues award notifications by May.
Always begin your application at least 3 weeks prior to the official deadline. Secure your academic recommendation letters early and ensure your statement of purpose links your chosen studies with measurable future contributions in your home community.
Required Document Vault
Tick items as you prepare and scan your verified copies.
ScholarshipHQ Intelligence Guide
Clear answers to common questions about eligibility, deadlines, and funding.
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