Swiss University of Lausanne Opens Mobility Scholarships 2026 Cohort

International academic mobility in Europe continues to expand, and students seeking a funded exchange in Switzerland can now apply for the Mobility Scholarship to the University of Lausanne for the 2026/2027 academic year. The call is officially open and will support selected students for a Fall Semester 2026–2027 exchange at one of Switzerland’s leading public universities.

Hosted by the University of Lausanne (UNIL), this mobility opportunity offers a structured pathway for Bachelor’s and Master’s students to spend one semester in a globally ranked Swiss institution known for excellence in social sciences, business, law, environmental sciences, and life sciences.

The scholarship is administered through institutional mobility channels and selection is based on both academic merit and inclusion criteria, ensuring equal opportunity access for students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

While the exact number of awards has not been publicly specified, selections are competitive and limited.

Funding Breakdown: What the Mobility Scholarship Covers?

The financial package is designed to support living expenses in Switzerland during the exchange semester.

Scholarship Financial Plan

• Monthly stipend: CHF 1,100 per month
• Duration: One academic semester (Fall 2026–2027)
• Purpose: Living expenses during the exchange period
• Funding model: Direct mobility support for selected candidates

Students should note that Switzerland has a high cost of living, so financial planning beyond the stipend is advisable.

Who Can Apply: Eligibility and Academic Requirements

This exchange opportunity is open to academically strong and motivated students who meet institutional mobility conditions.

Eligibility Requirements

• Are you currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program?
• Will you apply through your home institution’s mobility office?
• Do you have a strong academic record?
• If applicable, can you provide documents supporting inclusion criteria (disability or socio-economic vulnerability)?
• Do you have at least B2 level (CEFR) in French and/or English?
• Are you ready to complete minimum 15 ECTS credits during the exchange?
• Will you keep your course load within the recommended 30 ECTS maximum per semester?
• Have you checked whether your selected courses are taught in French or English?
• Did you verify the course language before submitting your mobility file?

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for the Lausanne Mobility Scholarship

The application process follows a two-stage institutional mobility pathway.

Here is how it works:

• Step 1: Complete your outgoing mobility form through your home institution.
• Step 2: Submit the completed form to the designated mobility email before the internal deadline.
• Step 3: If selected by your home university, prepare and submit your official application file to the University of Lausanne before the final Swiss deadline.

This two-phase procedure means candidates must first secure nomination from their home institution before applying directly to UNIL. Early preparation is strongly recommended, especially for language certification and academic transcripts.

Important Application Deadlines for 2026–2027

The last date to apply for the Mobility Scholarship to the University of Lausanne for the Fall Semester 2026–2027 exchange is March 15, 2026 for submission to the home institution. Students nominated for the program must submit their complete application file to the University of Lausanne no later than April 5, 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to begin preparing documents well in advance due to the competitive nature of Swiss mobility scholarships.