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SWISS GOVERNMENT RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS

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Application Opens: 4 August 2025; Deadline: 28 November 2025

LOCATION: Switzerland

The scholarship enables selected applicants to carry out a one-year research project as part of their doctoral studies at a Swiss higher education institution or recognized research institute. Valid only for full-time research in Switzerland.

ELIGIBILITY:

Highly qualified early-career researchers from all academic fields, including young medical doctors.

Priority will be given to individuals who have not previously studied or conducted research in Switzerland (see eligibility criteria for exceptions).

Master’s degree or equivalent completed by 31 July 2026 (for ETH Zurich: 30 June 2026).

Date of birth after 31 December 1990.

Detailed research plan with a timeline specifying key milestones and activities.

Applicants must have a letter of support from an academic supervisor in Switzerland (including a short CV).

If the applicant already resides in Switzerland, the date of entry must not be earlier than 1 August 2025 (submit a copy of the registration confirmation or residence permit).

Selection criteria: Academic profile, research competence, and motivation

Originality and methodological quality of the project

Quality of supervision and potential for future collaboration

Duration: Maximum of 12 months

No extensions possible

Start date: 1 September 2026

BENEFIT:

CHF 1,920 per month to cover basic living expenses for one person. This scholarship is not a salary

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IMD HILTI STEM SCHOLARS PROGRAM

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Application Deadline: Throughout 2025 (available until allocated)

LOCATION: Switzerland

The scholarship supports the brightest STEM background MBA scholars by covering roughly 50% of their tuition expenses. This will allow students with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics backgrounds to further their education at IMD. Funded by a generous donation from the Hilti Foundation, the Hilti Scholars Program will support multiple IMD MBA scholars per year.

ELIGIBILITY:

Have an academic background in engineering or STEM subjects and/or a passion for STEM subjects (and a conviction in the positive role STEM must play in an inclusive, prosperous, and sustainable future)

Demonstrate excellence in previous academic and/or professional endeavors, including GPA (or equivalent) and GMAT/GRE scores

Convince us of your ambition and ability to use your education to pursue a leadership role in STEM

Career progression and international exposure

Ability to contribute to the overall learning experience of your class

Performance during the Assessment Day

Essay: How can STEM-focused leadership contribute to a sustainable, prosperous, and inclusive future, and what role can an IMD MBA program play? (750 words)

Please complete the scholarship application in the Program section of your MBA application form.

Before you apply to the program, we strongly recommend that you evaluate the investment needed and investigate the various financing options available to you. An overview of the program fees, payment schedule, and estimated living expenses can be found by clicking here.

Please note that you may apply for multiple scholarships; however, scholarships are non-cumulative, therefore you will not be selected for more than one. In addition, scholarships are reserved for those who are not sponsored.

BENEFIT:

Amount: CHF 50,000

Number of scholarships: Multiple

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