ETH ZURICH EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP & OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMME (ESOP) 2027

Imagine getting the opportunity to study at one of Switzerland’s leading universities without having to shoulder the full cost of tuition and living expenses yourself.

The ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) is designed for outstanding students applying for a Master’s degree at ETH Zurich. For the 2027/2028 academic year, the scholarship provides a tuition fee waiver and CHF 13,500 per semester toward study and living expenses.

The university expects to award approximately 60 scholarships for the 2027/2028 academic year. If you have an excellent academic record and a clear vision for your future, this opportunity deserves your attention!

WHAT DOES THE SCHOLARSHIP COVER?

Successful scholars receive:

1.CHF 13,500 per semester toward study and living expenses, beginning in autumn 2027.

2. A full tuition fee waiver for the regular duration of the Master’s programme.

3.Funding for the standard duration of the degree, normally three or four semesters.

4. Mentorship and access to the ETH Foundation network.

This is a highly competitive, fully funded scholarship opportunity. The grant and tuition waiver are provided for the regular duration of the eligible Master’s programme.

WHO CAN APPLY?

The scholarship is open to outstanding applicants of all nationalities who meet the programme requirements. Applicants should:

1. Have an excellent academic record, typically ranking among the top 10% of their Bachelor’s degree programme.

2. Apply for an eligible regular Master’s degree at ETH Zurich beginning in autumn 2027.

3. Meet the admission requirements of their chosen Master’s programme.

4. Prepare an independent preliminary proposal for their Master’s thesis.

5. Provide two professors as reference persons if their chosen programme does not already require references.

Note: Applicants who already hold a Master’s degree or are already enrolled in a Master’s programme at ETH Zurich are not eligible for ESOP.

WHICH COURSES ARE ELIGIBLE?

ESOP supports eligible regular Master’s programmes offered by ETH Zurich. Applicants can explore programmes in areas such as:

1. Engineering and Technology

2. Computer Science and Data Science

3. Mathematics and Statistics

4. Natural and Environmental Sciences

5. Architecture and related disciplines

6. Other eligible scientific and interdisciplinary fields.

HOW TO APPLY

Follow these steps carefully:

1.Choose your Master’s programme: Explore ETH Zurich’s official list of Master’s programmes and select one that matches your academic background and future goals.

2.Review the admission requirements: Check the required qualifications and documents for your chosen programme.

3.Prepare your scholarship documents: Alongside your Master’s application documents, prepare your own Master’s thesis pre-proposal. If your programme does not require references, you must name two professors as reference persons for the scholarship.

4.Apply through ETH Zurich’s eApply portal: The ESOP application is submitted together with your online Master’s application. There is no separate scholarship portal.

5.Submit within the November application window: Your complete application must be submitted during the first application period to be considered for ESOP.

OFFICIAL APPLICATION LINKS

ESOP scholarship details, requirements and benefits:

https://ethz.ch/students/en/studies/financial/scholarships/excellencescholarship.html

Explore ETH Zurich Master’s programmes:

https://ethz.ch/en/studies/master.html

Official application dates for autumn 2027:

https://ethz.ch/en/studies/master/application/dates.html

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications open: 1 November 2026

Deadline: 30 November 2026

Important Information: Do not wait until the final hours to submit. Check the official application portal for the precise closing time and ensure that every required document is included.