Eiffel Scholarships In France For International Students 2024-2025
Brief Description:
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program, established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, aims to attract outstanding foreign students to enroll in master’s and PhD programs at French higher education institutions. This initiative targets future decision-makers in both the private and public sectors, emphasizing priority study areas.
Host Institution(s):
French Universities and Academic Institutions
Level of Study:
Master’s degree program, engineering program, or a joint doctoral program in collaboration with a partner institution abroad.
Field(s) of Study:
The Eiffel scholarships cover two major disciplinary fields:
- 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/Inclusions/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
The scholarship also covers various expenses, including international and national transportation, health insurance, housing searches, and cultural activities. Tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Programme.
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Eligibility:
Applicants need to check the eligibility criteria with the specific French Higher Education Institution they are applying to.
Application Instructions:
Applications are not accepted directly from students. French Higher Education Institutions submit applications for EIFFEL scholarships. Students should contact the relevant French educational institution or research organization to inquire about admission and learn how to apply for the scholarship. The application deadline for participating French Institutions is typically around November-December 2023, with the deadline for applications to Campus France set for 10 January 2024.
For detailed information and the online application form, visit the official scholarship website.
