ETH4D Doctoral and Pre-Doctoral Mentorship Grants 2026

ETH Zurich

Scholarships
Switzerland
March 12, 2026

About the Scholarship

The ETH4D Doctoral and Pre-Doctoral Mentorship Grants support students from developing countries who want to improve their research skills. This program is offered by ETH Zurich through the ETH4D initiative. The goal is to help doctoral and master’s students receive guidance from experienced researchers. Selected students will work with a mentor from ETH Zurich for one year. During this time, they will receive academic advice and research support. The program also gives students the chance to visit the mentor’s research group in Switzerland for a short research stay. This opportunity helps students gain international research experience, improve their academic work, and build strong connections with global researchers.

Scholarship Details

Host Country: Switzerland
Host University: ETH Zurich
Scholarship Name: ETH4D Doctoral and Pre-Doctoral Mentorship Grants
Study Level: PhD support and Pre-Doctoral
Gender: Male and Female
English Language Certificate: Not strictly required but helpful
Application Deadline: 30 March 2026
Scholarship Type: Research mentorship grant with short research visit

Study Levels Included in the Scholarship

Master’s students (research mentorship) – 1 year
PhD students (research mentorship) – 1 year
Research visit at ETH Zurich – 1 to 3 months

Fields Available in This Scholarship

Bachelor Level

Not included

Master Level

Not included

PhD Level

Engineering
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Health Science
Mathematics
Physics
Management and Economics

Benefits of the Scholarship

One year academic mentorship
Guidance from ETH researchers
Short research stay in Switzerland
Opportunity for joint research
Chance to present research work
International academic experience

Benefits Not Included

Full degree scholarship
Long-term study visa support
Family sponsorship
Full living expenses for one year

Who Can Apply

Students from low-income or developing countries
Master’s students doing research
PhD students working on research projects
Students with strong academic background
Students interested in international research

Who Cannot Apply

Students from high-income countries
Students without research work
Students not enrolled in a university
Applicants without academic goals

Required Documents

Academic CV
Research proposal or research topic
University transcript
Recommendation letter
Passport copy
Motivation letter

How to Increase Your Chance of Selection

Write a clear research idea
Contact a good ETH mentor
Prepare strong academic documents
Show your research goals
Submit the application early

Living Costs in Switzerland

Expense Type	Average Cost per Month
Accommodation	$700 – $1200
Food	$300 – $500
Transport	$80 – $120
Health Insurance	$250 – $350
Personal Expenses	$200 – $400

How to Apply for ETH4D Doctoral and Pre-Doctoral Mentorship Grants

Visit the official ETH4D website.
Read the mentorship program details carefully.
Find a mentor at ETH Zurich if possible.
Prepare all required documents.
Complete the online application form.
Submit your application before the deadline.

FAQ

What is the ETH4D Mentorship Grant?
It is a research mentorship program that connects students from developing countries with researchers at ETH Zurich.

How long is the mentorship program?
The mentorship lasts for one year.

Is this a full scholarship for a degree?
No. It is a mentorship and research support program.

Can master’s students apply?
Yes. Master’s students working on research projects can apply.

Is there a research visit to Switzerland?
Yes. Selected students may visit ETH Zurich for 1 to 3 months.