Scholarship Update: Eiffel Scholarships for International Students

Apply Here for the fully funded masters and Ph.D scholarship programs hosted by the French Government to International Students. Read Carefully through the post for more information.

The French government is excited to offer fully funded scholarship programs for master’s and Ph.D. studies, inviting applications from international students of all nationalities. Below are the application procedures and requirements you need to know.

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program was established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to enable French higher education institutions to attract top foreign students to enroll in their masters and PhD programs.

Host Institution(s):

French Universities and Academic Institutions

Level of Study:

Master’s degree program, engineering program, or a joint doctoral program (joint supervision of dissertation and/or dual degree), in partnership with a partner institution abroad.

Fields of Study:

Two major disciplinary fields cover the following areas for the Master and Doctorate components:

For science and technology:

• Biology and health
• Ecological transition
• Mathematics and digital
• Engineering Sciences

For the humanities and social sciences:

• French history, language, and civilization
• Law and political science
• Economics and management

Target group:

International students

Scholarship Value/Duration:

• Master’s level: €1,181 monthly allowance, awarded for 12-36 months.
• Ph.D. level: €1,700 monthly allowance, awarded for a maximum of 12 months.

The scholarship also covers various expenses such as international transportation, national transportation, health insurance, housing searches, and cultural activities. However, tuition fees are not covered.

Tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Programme. However, recipients of French government scholarships are exempt from tuition charges for programs leading to a national diploma (master, doctorate) or accredited engineering degree in public institutions of a scientific, cultural, or professional nature overseen by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research, in accordance with article R719-49 of the national education code.

Eligibility:

Please inquire about the eligibility criteria with the French Higher Education Institution you are applying to.

Application Instructions:

• Applications are NOT accepted directly from students.
• French Higher Education Institutions submit applications for EIFFEL scholarships.
• Apply and meet the requirements of the French Higher Education Institution you’re interested in.
• Contact the institution to learn how to apply for admission and express your interest in the Eiffel scholarship.

It is important to read the Eiffel Scholarships 2024 Regulations and visit the official website (link found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Visit the Official Scholarship Website: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/france-excellence-eiffel-scholarship-program