University of Geneva Excellence Master Fellowships 2026

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• currently hold or be pursuing a Bachelor's degree 
• demonstrate academic excellence and be one of the top students in the respective year
• meet the admission criteria of the chosen Master's degree in any of the scientific disciplines offered by the University

Note: Refer to the official website for more details.

The selected fellows will receive a grant amounting from CHF 10,000 to CHF 15,000 per annum which includes no teaching duties.

Note: The fellowship is awarded for 1 year and is extendable for the regular duration of the chosen Master's program (3-4 semesters) given that the applicant is academically doing well at the end of his/her 1st semester of studies.

The following documents have to be attached with the application as a single PDF:

• Scanned copy of the national identity card or passport of the applicant.
• Scanned copy of the UNIGE card or, if the applicant is not a UNIGE student, the mail of the central administration named "UNIGE-Candidature: Dépôt de votre dossier" (proof you have started the matriculation process) is required.
• An updated Curriculum Vitae not exceeding 2 pages.
• Copies of the transcript of exams taken during the term of the Bachelor's degree, along with all grades.
• A motivation letter by the applicant describing his/her specific scientific interests and motivation to pursue a Master of Science program at the University of Geneva.
• Letters of reference from 2 professors (preferably sent by them directly to Excellence-Master-Sciences@unige.ch)
• Any other relevant document, like results of GRE (General requirement examination), TOEFL or other language tests.

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Scroll down and click ‘Apply’.
Step 4: Access the option to create an account via the login option and register.
Step 5: After successful registration, login with valid credentials and proceed with the application.

Application Deadline: 28th February 2026