The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program 2026

The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program 2026

The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program 2026 supports international students pursuing Master's and Doctoral degrees at French higher education institutions. The program provides partial funding through a monthly allowance of up to EUR 2,100 for doctoral candidates and EUR 1,200 for master's level students, supplemented by additional services.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be international students.
• Applicants must be enrolled in either a Master's or Doctoral program offered at a French Higher Education Institute.

Eligible Programs

• Science and Technology
  • Biology and health
  • Ecological transition
  • Mathematics and digital sciences
  • Engineering
• Humanities and Social Sciences
  • French history, language, and civilization
  • Law and political science
  • Economics and management

Application Process

• Students and foreign institutions cannot directly apply for the scholarship.
• The applications should be sent by a French Higher Education Institution.
• The candidates must contact the international relations department of a French Institution to know about the application procedure and the deadlines.

Benefits of the Scholarship

• Master's level
  • France Excellence Eiffel scholarship holders receive a monthly allowance of €1,200, to which are added several services: International transportation, national transportation, insurance, housing searches, cultural activities, etc.
• Doctorate level
  • France Excellence Eiffel scholarship holders receive a monthly stipend of €2,100, which includes several services: international transportation, national transportation, insurance, housing searches, cultural activities, etc.

Applications must be submitted by 10 August 2026. For application details, visit the official Eiffel Scholarship Program page.