For students worldwide who have achieved extraordinary academic success, EPFL is offering the EPFL Excellence Fellowship 2024 in Switzerland. With the help of this fellowship, international students can study for a master’s degree in Europe with full tuition reimbursement and other necessary perks. It provides women with specific funding, coaching, and mentorship with the goal of advancing educational equity. This esteemed fellowship is awarded to only about 3% of candidates after a very demanding screening process. Fellows’ career prospects are improved by access to possible employment possibilities through EPFL’s wide worldwide networks. By means of its dedication to diversity, sustainability, and worldwide influence, EPFL cultivates cooperation among students from disparate backgrounds and makes a constructive impact on society.
As one of Switzerland’s top research institutions, EPFL is committed to innovation and uses cutting-edge technologies and programs that promote social, economic, and environmental advancement to support the growth of the Global South.
Country: Switzerland Financial coverage: Partially Funded Opportunity Type: Fellowship
Eligibility Criteria:
- International applicants of any country are eligible to apply for the EPFL Fellowship in Switzerland.
- Candidates need to show that they have a strong academic background.
- During their master’s program, candidates are required to report any additional scholarships they may be receiving concurrently.
- Those starting their second master’s degree are not eligible; applicants must be starting their first master’s program.
- Additionally, candidates need to demonstrate a noteworthy level of participation in extracurricular activities like athletics, volunteer work, the arts, entrepreneurship, or other pertinent endeavours.
Benefits:
- Scholarships worth CHF 10,000 each semester will be awarded to selected fellows; these awards are valid for up to four semesters during the course of the degree program.
- A free hotel reservation will be extended to external candidates.
- International networking opportunities and possible career placements will be provided to participants.
- Fellows who successfully complete the master’s program will get an excellence certificate.
- All other expenditures, including tuition and lodging, are the responsibility of the fellows.
- This program provides a great chance to gain international experience in education.
- Throughout their stay, participants will have the opportunity to learn about
Documents required:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), which includes information about your training, professional background, and applicable abilities.
- Two recommendation letters from instructors who have reviewed your academic work.
- a letter of motivation outlining your goals in applying to the program.
- transcripts displaying your grades and academic standing.
Deadline: April 15 or December 15, 2024
