Applications are now open for the 2027 EPFL Quality Scholarship, a prominent master’s scholarship used by the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland for academically outstanding students from around the world.
The scholarship provides financial support throughout the duration of an eligible master’s program, helping recipients focus on their studies while getting to among Europe’s leading science and technology universities.
Scholarship Summary
Host Nation: Switzerland
Institution: EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)
Classification: Master’s Scholarships|Postgraduate Scholarships|Fellowships
Eligible Applicants: All Nations
Scholarship Value: CHF 10,000 per semester|Student lodging support|Certificate of Excellence
IELTS Required: No
Application Due dates:
Round 2: December 15, 2026
Round 1: March 15, 2027
Scholarship Advantages
Successful applicants will get:
- CHF 10,000 per semester
- assistance worth as much as CHF 40,000 for a two-year master’s programme
- Scheduled accommodation in an EPFL student residence
- Certificate of Excellence upon successful conclusion of the program
- Chance to study at one of Switzerland’s top-ranked universities
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need to:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field from an acknowledged institution.
- Request an eligible EPFL master’s programme.
- Demonstrate outstanding scholastic efficiency.
- Be of any citizenship, as the scholarship is open to global applicants worldwide.
Required Documents
Candidates ought to prepare:
- Finished application
- Academic records
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Passport or nationwide identity file
- Motivation letter
- Suggestion letters
Additional files such as English language test ratings, GRE outcomes, or research publications may strengthen an application but are usually optional.
How to Use
To apply, prospects should send an application for a qualified EPFL master’s program through the university’s admissions website. Throughout the application process, suggest your interest in the EPFL Excellence Scholarship, upload all needed supporting files, and submit your application before the applicable deadline.
Applicants are motivated to apply early and make sure all needed documents are complete before submission.