The EPFL Excellence Fellowship 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity for graduate students from around the world to engage in groundbreaking research in Switzerland.
This prestigious fellowship fosters innovation and fosters the exchange of ideas across disciplines while nurturing the growth of promising talents. EPFL is dedicated to identifying and supporting exceptional students through its Excellence Fellowships.
The fellowships recognize outstanding individuals who show the potential to excel in their field of study. In addition to financial assistance, you receive guaranteed housing, enabling you to fully concentrate on your master’s studies.
To qualify for selection, you must have an exceptional academic record and be actively involved in extracurricular activities such as sports, arts, civic engagement, or entrepreneurial pursuits.
Priority is often given to those who demonstrate a strong commitment to personal growth and leadership beyond academic achievements, setting them on the path to a successful future.
The program activities provide you with access to valuable advice and mentorship, assisting you in clarifying your goals and realizing your aspirations.
With a wide array of cutting-edge course options and a supportive and collaborative environment, EPFL ensures that you receive the finest education to excel in your chosen fields.
Fellowship Overview:
- The program supports you in your 4 semesters of the master’s program
- The École Polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne is the host institution.
- The Fellowship host country is Switzerland
- Supports master’s studies.
- Open to International students
- The deadline for the application is 15th April or 15th December every year.
Documents You Need to Apply:
- Your updated resume.
- Two recommendation letters from relevant instructors.
- A letter of encouragement.
- Official transcripts that show how well you performed academically at EPFL.
Fellowship Benefits:
The fellowship grants you CHF 10,000 per semester.
The scholarship guarantees your accommodation.
You get a certificate of excellence upon completion of the master’s program.
Networking opportunities with influential industry professionals.
Enhanced resume with a prestigious fellowship.
You get access to state-of-the-art research centers.
Selection Criteria:
Available to candidates of any nationality.
You must have a solid academic foundation and outstanding performance.
You must enroll or intend to enroll, in an EPFL master’s program.
Participation in extracurricular pursuits including sports, the arts, or leadership positions.
You must have unwavering dedication to cutting-edge research and scholarly distinction.
An outstanding academic record.
How to Apply:
Examine the eligibility requirements to confirm that you fulfill all the requirements, including the ones regarding academic background and research experience, to apply for the fellowship.
Submit your application, which should consist of your resume, research proposal, and any additional materials needed, including letters of recommendation.
Send in your application through the EPFL’s website.
After reviewing every application, the selection committee will let you know if you have been accepted.
