The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program, initiated by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, aims to attract top foreign students to pursue master’s and PhD programs in French higher education institutions.
Summary: France Excellence Eiffel scholarship program
Host Institutions: French Universities and Academic Institutions
Level of Study: Available for Master’s degree programs, engineering programs, or joint doctoral programs in collaboration with partner institutions abroad.
Fields of Study: The program covers priority areas in two major disciplinary fields:
- Science and Technology: Biology and health; Ecological transition; Mathematics and digital; Engineering Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences: French history, language, and civilization; Law and political science; Economics and management
Target Group: Open to international students.
Scholarship Value/Duration:
- For Master’s level studies: Monthly allowance of €1,181, awarded for 12-36 months.
- For PhD level studies: Monthly allowance of €1,700, awarded for a maximum of 12 months.
- Covers various expenses, including international transportation, national transportation, health insurance, housing searches, and cultural activities.
Tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Programme.
Eligibility
Inquire about eligibility criteria with the specific French Higher Education Institution to which you are applying.
Application Process:
- Applications are NOT accepted directly from students.
- Submission is done by French Higher Education Institutions.
- Applicants must apply and fulfill requirements of the French Higher Education Institution to be considered for the scholarship.
- Contact the institution via its website, email, or phone to learn how to apply for admission and express your interest in the Eiffel scholarship.
Click here to apply: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/france-excellence-eiffel-scholarship-program
Application Deadlines
- Typically falls around November-December 2023 for participating French Institutions.
- Deadline for applications to Campus France is 10 January 2024.
Important Notes: Read the Eiffel Scholarships 2024 Regulations and visit the official website here for the online application form and detailed information on the application process.