Scholarship details
Do you want to study in one of the most beautiful and dynamic cities in Switzerland? Do you want to pursue a master’s degree in a world-class university that offers a wide range of disciplines and programs? If yes, then you might be interested in applying for the UNIL Master’s grants at the University of Lausanne, 2024-2025. This scholarship is a golden opportunity for international students who wish to study at the University of Lausanne (UNIL), one of the leading higher education and research institutions in Europe.
The UNIL Master’s grants are scholarships that are awarded by the University of Lausanne to international students who have graduated from a foreign university and who have outstanding academic results. The grants are intended to facilitate the access of students to the master’s programs offered by the university and to enhance the diversity and excellence of the student body. The grants are competitive and selective, and only a limited number of students are awarded each year.
Scholarship Provider
The scholarship provider is the University of Lausanne (UNIL), one of the leading higher education and research institutions in Europe. The university was founded in 1537 and has a long tradition of innovation and excellence in various fields of knowledge. The university has more than 15,000 students and 5,000 staff members from over 120 countries. The university offers more than 200 degree programs and 40 doctoral programs in seven faculties: Arts, Biology and Medicine, Business and Economics, Geosciences and Environment, Law, Criminal Justice and Public Administration, Social and Political Sciences, and Theology and Religious Studies.
Eligible Applicants
The eligible applicants are international students who have graduated from a foreign university and who have outstanding academic results. The applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification that allows them to enroll in a master’s program at the University of Lausanne. The applicants must also have a level of French or English that meets the requirements of the chosen master’s program. The applicants must not have been registered or resident in Switzerland for more than one year at the time of application.
Host Country
The host country is Switzerland, a landlocked country in Central Europe that is known for its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and high quality of life. Switzerland is home to some of the most prestigious universities and research centers in the world, as well as many international organizations and multinational companies. Switzerland offers a safe, stable, and multicultural environment for students who want to study and live in a dynamic and innovative country.
Scholarship Worth
The scholarship worth is CHF 1,600 per month for the duration of the master’s program, which is usually one and a half or two years, depending on the chosen program. The scholarship also covers the tuition fees, the visa fees, and the health insurance costs. The scholarship does not cover the travel expenses, the accommodation costs, or any other personal expenses. The scholarship is paid directly to the recipients by the University of Lausanne.
Level and Field of Study
The level and field of study are master’s degree in any discipline or program offered by the University of Lausanne, except for the following:
- Master of Medicine
- Master of Arts in Sciences and Practices of Education
- Master of Law from the Universities of Zurich and Lausanne
- Master of Law in Criminal Sciences, Judiciary Mention
- Master of Science in Traceology and Crime Analysis
- All the MAS (3rd cycle programs)
The scholarship aims to support and encourage students who want to pursue advanced studies and research in various fields of knowledge, such as arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, medicine, law, economics, and theology.
How to Apply
The application process for the UNIL Master’s grants at the University of Lausanne, 2024-2025, is online. The applicants must fill out an online application form and upload the following documents:
- A copy of their passport or identity card
- A copy of their bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
- A copy of their academic transcripts from all universities or colleges attended
- A motivation letter of up to one page that explains their reasons for applying for the scholarship and the chosen master’s program
- Two letters of recommendation from professors or supervisors who are familiar with their academic work and potential
- A certificate of French or English proficiency, if required by the chosen master’s program
- Any other documents that are relevant or requested by the chosen master’s program
The application deadline is November 1, 2023. The applicants will be notified of the results by mid-December 2023.
Countries that can Apply
The countries that can apply for the UNIL Master’s grants at the University of Lausanne, 2024-2025, are any countries in the world, as long as the applicants meet the eligibility criteria and the academic standards of the scholarship. The scholarship is open to international students who have graduated from a foreign university and who have outstanding academic results.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the UNIL Master’s grants at the University of Lausanne, 2024-2025, are as follows:
- The applicants must be international students who have graduated from a foreign university and who have outstanding academic results
- The applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification that allows them to enroll in a master’s program at the University of Lausanne
- The applicants must have a level of French or English that meets the requirements of the chosen master’s program
- The applicants must not have been registered or resident in Switzerland for more than one year at the time of application
- The applicants must not have received any other scholarships or grants from the University of Lausanne or the Swiss government
Scholarship Deadline
The scholarship deadline for the UNIL Master’s grants at the University of Lausanne, 2024-2025, is November 1, 2023. The applicants must submit their online application form and all the required documents by this date. The applications received after this date will not be considered. The applicants will be notified of the results by mid-December 2023.
Scholarship Link
The scholarship link for the UNIL Master’s grants at the University of Lausanne, 2024-2025, is here. The applicants can find more information about the scholarship, the application process, the selection criteria, and the contact details on this website. The applicants are advised to read the instructions carefully and follow them strictly before applying for the scholarship.
