ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme For International Students 2025.
ETH Zurich offers support to outstanding Master’s students through the Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP). This prestigious program provides comprehensive financial assistance by covering the full cost of tuition and living expenses for the duration of the Master’s degree. In addition to financial support, recipients of the ESOP benefit from mentorship and access to a network of professionals and alumni through the ETH Foundation, offering invaluable guidance and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
The ESOP is designed to attract and nurture top talent from around the world, fostering an environment of academic excellence and innovation. The scholarship not only relieves students of financial burdens but also connects them with a community of like-minded individuals who are committed to making significant contributions in their respective fields. The mentorship component ensures that students receive personalized advice and support as they navigate their academic journey and prepare for their future careers.
By providing these opportunities, ETH Zurich aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders and innovators, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and networks they need to excel both academically and professionally. The ESOP is highly competitive, with selection based on academic merit, leadership potential, and the ability to contribute to the university’s vibrant intellectual community.
ETH Zurich’s Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) is one of the most sought-after scholarships for Master’s students, offering a full package of support that goes beyond financial aid. It covers not only tuition fees and living expenses but also provides recipients with access to an exclusive network of ETH Zurich alumni, industry experts, and academic mentors through the ETH Foundation. This holistic approach to support ensures that students are well-equipped to thrive in both academic and professional environments.
One of the key benefits of the ESOP is the mentorship component, which pairs students with experienced professionals and researchers who guide them through their academic journey. This personalized mentorship helps students develop a clear vision for their careers, make informed decisions, and connect with valuable contacts in their fields of interest. The scholarship also offers access to ETH Zurich’s extensive innovation and research resources, enabling students to engage in cutting-edge projects that address global challenges.
Benefits
The Excellence Scholarship/ESOP consists of a scholarship covering living and study expenses (CHF 12’000 per semester) as well as a tuition fee waiver.
ESOP is awarded for the regular duration of the Master’s programme (three or four semesters). This also applies for the tuition fee waiver.
Requirements For The ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Program
- Very good result in Bachelor’s degree programme (top 10% of Bachelor’s degree programme = grade A)
- Please make sure to be reachable under the telephone number specified in your CV as the selection process might include a phone/VC interview in February
If you are already enrolled in a Master’s degree programme at ETH Zurich, or hold a Master degree, you are not eligible for ESOP.
Selection Process
Selection:
For the start in the academic year 2025/26 there will be assigned approximately 60 ESOP scholarships. The decision is communicated at the end of March.
The applications are evaluated by the Admissions Committees of the respective Master’s programmes. The final decision for awarding scholarships in the Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme rests with the Rector of ETH Zurich. The exact number of annual scholarships depends on the availability of funds. The decisions are communicated by end of March.
Application Documents
In addition to the documents for the Master admission you will need to upload a pre-proposal for your master thesis (Downloadguidelines_preproposal (PDF, 86 KB)).
The pre-proposal for the Master’s thesis must be developed by yourself and use established scientific citation practice.
Plagiarism, negligent or intentional misinformation will lead to exclusion from the admission process or – if discovered later – to the revocation of the admission and of any scholarship.
If your study programme does not ask for references you must name two reference persons (professors) for your ESOP application. These persons should upload (after an email from the system) a reference letter.
Method of Application
ESOP applications are supplied via eApply (online Master application).
This also applies for ETH Bachelor students for a consecutive Master programme.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2024.
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