Scholarship
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028 (Uganda)
Swiss Confederation / Federal Commission for Scholarships
Switzerland (in person)
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·ScholarshipCloses in 80 days
Swiss Confederation / Federal Commission for Scholarships
Applications openAug 20, 2026
Application deadlineNov 30, 2026
Opportunity details
The important facts at a glance
Study levelDoctoral / PhD
Funding coveragePartially funded
Award value or coverage detailsCHF 2,450 monthly, health-insurance premiums for non-EU/EFTA scholars, CHF 600 housing-deposit grant, Half-Fare travel card and a return-flight allowance. Tuition/semester fees are not covered.
Eligible courses or study areasResearch fellowships and PhDs in eligible academic fields at recognised Swiss universities and research institutes.
Who can apply
Review the official criteria before applying
Ugandan citizens are explicitly eligible for Research Fellowships and PhD Scholarships. Applicants need a master’s degree completed by 31 July 2027 (30 June for ETH), must be born after 31 December 1991, and require a detailed research plan plus support from an authorised Swiss supervisor.
About this opportunity
Program overview and application information
Official Uganda-specific Swiss call opening 20 August 2026 and closing 30 November 2026. Funding includes CHF 2,450 monthly, insurance, housing support and return-flight allowance, but applicants may owe CHF 600–2,000 per semester plus visa and other costs. Affordability: B. Supervisor support is mandatory.
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