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"text": "Applicants must apply for the scholarship concurrently with their Master's degree program application through the ETH Zurich online application portal. This requires submitting a separate scholarship application form, which includes a letter of motivation and a pre-proposal for their Master's thesis. It's often recommended to contact a potential supervisor for the thesis proposal."
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"text": "The application deadline for ETH Zurich Excellence Master's Scholarships is typically in **December** (e.g., December 15th) for studies commencing in the following autumn semester. This deadline is strict and aligns with the application deadline for the Master's degree programs themselves. It's crucial to check the official ETH Zurich website for the exact dates each year."
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"text": "While specific GPA requirements may not always be explicitly published, recipients of the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarships are expected to maintain **excellent academic performance** throughout their Master's studies. The continuation of the scholarship is generally contingent on satisfactory progress in their chosen Master's program."
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"text": "No, the ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) and Master Scholarship Programme (MSP) are generally intended for **newly admitted Master's students**. They are typically not open to students who are already enrolled in a Master's program at ETH Zurich."
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