Category
Bachelors, Masters & PhD
Details
The University of Bern offers a centralized resource for student financing, covering various types of financial aid. This includes cantonal grants for domestic or long-term resident students, the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships for high-achieving international postgraduates, and mobility grants for students participating in exchange programs. The university also maintains a Social Fund to support students in immediate financial distress. The page provides links to external foundations and specific funds for different faculties and student groups.
Eligibility Criteria
This is a link to the University of Bern. Students are encouraged to:
•Explore the university's website to find programs of interest
•Check the 'Admissions' or 'Apply' section for general admission requirements
•Visit the 'Scholarships' or 'Financial Aid' section to discover available funding opportunities
•Contact the university's admissions office for specific program requirements and scholarship information
•Cantonal Scholarships: Typically require parents to be tax-domiciled in Switzerland or for the student to have worked in Switzerland for a specific duration.
•Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships (ESKAS): Open to international researchers with a master's degree or PhD, and international artists with a bachelor's degree.
•University of Bern Social Fund: Available to students currently enrolled at the University of Bern who are experiencing a proven, temporary financial emergency.
Financial Benefits
This link directs to the University of Bern. To find scholarship and financial aid information:
•Navigate to the 'Scholarships', 'Financial Aid', 'Funding', or 'Grants' section on the university website
•Check for merit-based scholarships, need-based aid, and program-specific funding
•Review international student funding options if applicable
•Contact the financial aid office directly for detailed information about available scholarships and application procedures
•Cantonal Grants: Financial support for living costs and tuition fees based on individual need.
•Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships: Monthly stipend, tuition fee waivers, health insurance, and airfare for international scholars.
•Social Fund: One-off or short-term financial assistance for students in emergency situations.
•Mobility Scholarships: Grants to help cover the additional costs of studying abroad during exchange semesters.