[Switzerland] The Graduate Institute, Geneva – Exchange Semester in Autumn 2026

Greeting From Switzerland!

The Graduate Institute, Geneva is a distinguished international graduate institution in Switzerland, recognised for its excellence in international affairs, interdisciplinary research, and global engagement. The institute offers specialised academic programmes in areas such as international relations, development studies, international law, economics, and political science. Through its emphasis on critical inquiry, policy-oriented research, and international collaboration, The Graduate Institute supports students in developing advanced academic knowledge, analytical skills, professional competencies, and a deeper understanding of global challenges.

 

Fact Sheet

 

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) or Graduate students (S2/S3)
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. Be proficient in English

 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. English Language Proficiency 
3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. Motivation Letter
8. Colored Copy of Passport
9. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
10. Passport Size Photo 

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 1 October 2026 for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to The Graduate Institute, Geneva and you may proceed to the online application.
3. The FINAL decision is from The Graduate Institute, Geneva.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

 

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 822-2111-0400 (WA)
• Email: oia@ugm.ac.id