The UNIL Master’s Scholarship 2027 at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland is an excellence-based scholarship for international students with outstanding academic records. The program supports selected students pursuing eligible Master’s degrees at UNIL with a CHF 1,600 monthly scholarship, paid for 10 months each year throughout the standard duration of their program.
Depending on the selected Master’s degree, the scholarship can generally be awarded for 1.5 to 2 years. Recipients are also exempt from fixed course registration fees, except for the CHF 80 semester fee. UNIL awards a limited number of scholarships annually to high-achieving international students.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold a foreign university degree equivalent to a UNIL Bachelor’s degree before starting the Master’s program.
- Demonstrate outstanding academic performance throughout their previous studies.
- Have at least B2-level French or C1-level English, depending on the language of instruction of the selected Master’s program.
- Not be currently registered at the University of Lausanne (UNIL).
- Pay the required CHF 200 administration fee and include proof of payment with the application.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Switzerland 🇨🇭
- University: University of Lausanne (UNIL)
- Study Abroad: Study in Europe
- Category: Master’s Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Scholarship Type: Excellence Scholarship
- Scholarship Benefits: CHF 1,600 Monthly Stipend | CHF 19,200 Annual Scholarship
- Application Deadline: November 1, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
- CHF 1,600 monthly scholarship paid from September 15 to July 15, covering 10 months each year.
- Funding is available for the standard duration of the selected Master’s program, generally 1.5 to 2 years.
- The scholarship may be discontinued if the student definitively fails after the first year.
- Recipients are exempt from fixed course registration fees, except for the CHF 80 fee payable each semester.
- Financial support to help international students pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Lausanne.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UNIL Scholarship 2027?
The UNIL Scholarship 2027 is an excellence-based scholarship offered by the University of Lausanne for outstanding international students pursuing eligible Master’s programs in Switzerland.
How much does the UNIL Master’s Scholarship provide?
Selected students receive CHF 1,600 per month, equivalent to CHF 19,200 per year when calculated over 12 months, although the scholarship is paid for 10 months each year.
How long is the scholarship available?
The scholarship is generally available for the full standard duration of the selected Master’s program, usually 1.5 to 2 years.
Who is eligible for the UNIL Scholarship?
International applicants who hold a foreign degree equivalent to a UNIL Bachelor’s degree and demonstrate excellent academic results may be eligible, subject to the program’s specific requirements.
What language proficiency is required?
Applicants need at least B2 French or C1 English, depending on the language in which their selected Master’s program is taught.
Is the UNIL Scholarship fully funded?
The scholarship provides significant financial support, but applicants should note that the CHF 1,600 monthly amount may not fully cover all living expenses in Switzerland.
Are tuition or registration fees covered?
Scholarship recipients are exempt from fixed course registration fees, but they must pay the CHF 80 semester fee.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. Applicants are required to pay a CHF 200 administration fee and submit proof of payment with their application.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is November 1, 2026.
