ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship 2027 in Switzerland – Fully Funded Master’s
Applications are open for the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship and Opportunity Programme (ESOP) 2027 in Switzerland. This prestigious scholarship supports outstanding international students who want to pursue a Master’s degree at ETH Zurich. Students from Pakistan and other countries can apply if they meet the academic and admission requirements. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides CHF 13,500 per semester for living and study expenses, along with mentorship and access to the ETH Foundation network. The application deadline is November 30, 2026.
Scholarship Details
About the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship
The Excellence Scholarship and Opportunity Programme or ESOP is offered by ETH Zurich. ETH Zurich is one of the universities in Switzerland. This programme is designed to help students who’re academically excellent and want to pursue a Masters degree at ETH Zurich.
The ESOP scholarship covers all study and living costs for selected students throughout the length of their Master’s programme. Beyond money recipients also get mentorship. Become part of the ETH Foundation network, which offers connections and support.
For the Autumn 2027 intake ETH Zurich plans to give out about 60 ESOP scholarships. Students must apply through the ETH eApply portal at the time, as their regular Master’s application.
Scholarship Benefits
- ✅ CHF 13,500 per semester for living and study expenses from Autumn 2027.
- ✅ Full tuition fee waiver for the regular duration of the Master’s programme.
- ✅ Financial support for three or four semesters, depending on the duration of the selected Master’s programme.
- ✅ Mentorship opportunities through the scholarship programme.
- ✅ Access to the ETH Foundation network.
- ✅ Opportunity to study at a leading international university in Switzerland.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for the ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship 2027:
- ✅ Applicants from all nationalities, including Pakistan, can apply.
- ✅ Must hold or be completing a Bachelor’s degree that qualifies for admission to an ETH Zurich Master’s programme.
- ✅ Must have an outstanding academic record, normally within the top 10% of the Bachelor’s graduating class (Grade A).
- ✅ Must meet the admission requirements of the selected ETH Master’s programme.
- ✅ Must prepare an original Master’s thesis pre-proposal according to ETH guidelines.
- ✅ Applicants must apply during the first application window from November 1 to November 30, 2026.
Important: ETH Zurich expects ESOP applicants to be among the top 10% of their Bachelor’s graduating class. This is based on the applicant’s self-assessment. Applicants who already hold a Master’s degree or are enrolled in a Master’s programme at ETH Zurich are not eligible for ESOP.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents for their Master’s admission and ESOP application:
- Completed online ETH Master’s application.
- Academic transcripts and Bachelor’s degree documents.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Motivation letter and other programme-specific admission documents.
- Self-developed Master’s thesis pre-proposal.
- Two academic reference letters or referee details, if the selected Master’s programme does not already require references.
- English language test results, if required by the selected Master’s programme.
- Any additional documents requested by the chosen Master’s programme.
How to Apply
There is no separate ESOP application portal. Students must apply for an eligible Master’s programme and submit their ESOP application through the ETH eApply system.
- Visit the ETH Zurich Masters programme website.
- Choose a Masters programme that fits your studies.
- Check the admission rules. Get all needed papers ready.
- Write your Masters thesis pre-proposal using the official instructions.
- Go to the ETH eApply site. Set up your application account.
- Finish the Masters application. Pick the ESOP scholarship choice.
- Put the files online and send your full application before the closing date.
- Be available for a phone or video meeting, in February 2027.
Apply for ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship 2027
Submit your complete Master’s and scholarship application by November 30, 2026, at 11:59 AM CET (3:59 PM Pakistan time).
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship is open to applicants of all nationalities including students, who meet the academic and Masters admission requirements.
Is the ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship fully funded?
Yes. The ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship covers tuition fees and provides CHF 13,500 per semester for living and study expenses from Autumn 2027 for the regular duration of the Masters programme.
What is the deadline for the ETH Zurich Scholarship 2027?
The ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship application deadline is November 30 2026 at 11:59 AM Central European Time (CET). Applicants must submit their application through eApply within the first application window.
What is the required academic performance for ESOP?
Applicants are expected to have a Bachelors result, normally within the top 10% of their graduating class equivalent to Grade A. This is assessed through self-assessment.
How much does the ETH Zurich scholarship provide?
From Autumn 2027 the ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship provides CHF 13,500 per semester for living and study expenses with a full tuition fee waiver.
Is there an application for the ESOP scholarship?
No. The ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship application must be submitted together with the Masters admission application through the ETH eApply portal.
When will the scholarship results be announced?
ETH Zurich expects to communicate the ETH Zurich ESOP Scholarship decisions by the end of March 2027. Some applicants may be contacted for a phone or video interview, in February.
