France, known for its rich culture, academic excellence, and global innovation, opens its doors each year to top-performing international students through the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program. Funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, this prestigious scholarship supports the academic dreams of future global leaders in key fields of study.
Award Details
Award:
Fully Funded, covering:
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Full tuition fees
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Monthly living allowance (approx. €1,181 for Master’s, €1,700 for PhD)
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International airfare
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Health insurance
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Cultural activities
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Additional support for housing, if needed
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Who the Program is For
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship is aimed at international students (non-French nationals) who wish to pursue:
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A Master’s degree (12 to 36 months)
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A PhD program (up to 12 months as part of joint supervision or co-tutorship)
It targets future decision-makers in both public and private sectors and supports studies in priority areas such as:
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Engineering and Science
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Economics and Management
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Law and Political Science
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
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Be 25 years old or younger for Master’s programs, or 30 or younger for PhD programs
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Apply through a French higher education institution—individual applications are not accepted
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Meet the academic and language requirements set by the host institution
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Demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential
If you need more explanation or more information, you can book a consultation and speak to Happy Face
Application Process
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Apply to a French university offering a program in your field of interest.
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The university submits your Eiffel Scholarship application on your behalf to Campus France.
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Selection is made by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs based on academic merit and the strategic relevance of your study plan.
Deadline:
Varies by institution (typically universities set internal deadlines from October to December). The final submission deadline to Campus France is usually in January each year.
If you need more explanation or more information, you can book a consultation and speak to Happy Face
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