host: France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program (Campus France / French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)
location: France
source-url: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/france-excellence-eiffel-scholarship-program
apply-url: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/france-excellence-eiffel-scholarship-program
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarships, developed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, allow French higher education institutions to attract the best foreign students for master's and PhD degree programs. The scholarship provides an allowance of €1,181 for master's and €1,400 for PhD courses, in addition to covering various expenses including return trip, health insurance, and cultural activities. Approximately 30 students are awarded each year through the École Normale Supérieure International Selection.
Overview
The Eiffel scholarship program is designed to attract the best foreign students for master's and PhD degree programs. In addition to the monthly allowance, the program meets various expenses including return trip, health insurance, and cultural activities.
- Monthly allowance of €1,181 for master's courses
- Monthly allowance of €1,400 for PhD courses
- Covers return trip, health insurance, and cultural activities
- Scholarship-holders might also be eligible for additional accommodation allowance
- The programme does not cover tuition fees
Eligibility
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarships are open to international students who are applying for master's and PhD degree programs at French higher education institutions.
- International students applying for master's and PhD degree programs
- Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Benefits
- Monthly allowance of €1,181 for master's courses
- Monthly allowance of €1,400 for PhD courses
- Covers return trip, health insurance, and cultural activities
- Additional accommodation allowance for scholarship-holders
How to Apply
Students do not apply directly. Applications are submitted exclusively by French higher education institutions on behalf of their nominated candidates — interested students should contact the international relations department of the French institution they wish to attend.
- Contact the international relations office of your chosen French institution — they submit the nomination, not the student
- Provide required documents, including transcripts and letters of recommendation
- Meet the eligibility criteria set by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the monthly allowance for master's courses?
The monthly allowance for master's courses is €1,181.
What is the monthly allowance for PhD courses?
The monthly allowance for PhD courses is €1,400.
What expenses does the program cover?
The program meets various expenses including return trip, health insurance, and cultural activities.
Is the program open to international students?
Yes, the Eiffel Excellence Scholarships are open to international students who are applying for master's and PhD degree programs at French higher education institutions.
How many students are awarded each year?
Approximately 30 students are awarded each year through the École Normale Supérieure International Selection.
Does the program cover tuition fees?
No, the programme does not cover tuition fees.