ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship
Master’s study with scholarship support, mentorship and an ETH Foundation network.
Eligibility requirements
Use this checklist as a first review. The provider’s current rules make the final decision.
- An excellent academic record and eligibility for your selected ETH master’s.
- Prepare the additional ESOP materials, including the required thesis pre-proposal.
How to apply, step by step
- Confirm the current application cycle
Open the official sources, then verify the intake, eligible degree, citizenship or residence rules, and every deadline.
- Choose the correct route
Choose an eligible master’s and prepare its admission documents.
- Prepare and submit
Submit the master’s and ESOP application through eApply during the first application window.
- Complete selection and admission
Follow evaluation and any interview requests; review the award terms before accepting.
- Check the final submission
Confirm every attachment and referee submission was received. Save the application receipt and monitor the official portal and your email.
- Review the written offer
Confirm tuition, stipend, insurance, travel, duration, renewal rules and any conditions before accepting.
Documents to prepare
Exact formats, certification, translations and due dates vary. Follow the current provider instructions.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificate
- Passport or identity document
- Academic CV
- Motivation or research statement
- References, if requested
- Language evidence or an accepted exemption
Official sources
Source review: 6 September 2026. Always confirm later updates on the provider website.