France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program
Flagship French government scholarship for outstanding non-French international students pursuing master's or PhD studies at French higher education institutions, awarded via institutional nomination.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s, PhD
Destination
France
Funding
Monthly allowance of EUR 1,200 at master's level and EUR 2,000 at doctoral level (from January 2026). Funding is capped at 12 months for a Master's 2; doctoral awards run for 12, 18 or 36 months from 1 September of the award year, with 36 months only for new first-year doctoral candidates.
Eligible applicants
Non-French nationals under 29 (master's) or 30 (PhD), nominated by a French institution; natural science, engineering, economics, law, social sciences fields
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Overview
France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program is offered by French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs / Campus France for Master’s, PhD study in France. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Monthly living allowance (~€1,200 master's / ~€1,400 PhD)
Included
Return international airfare
Included
Domestic travel in France
Included
Comprehensive health insurance
Included
Accommodation assistance
Included
Monthly allowance of EUR 1,200 at master's level and EUR 2,000 at doctoral level (from January 2026). Funding is capped at 12 months for a Master's 2; doctoral awards run for 12, 18 or 36 months from 1 September of the award year, with 36 months only for new first-year doctoral candidates. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Must be a non-French national; dual nationals including French citizenship are not eligible
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants, except citizens of the excluded countries named by the provider.
- AgeRequired
- Under 29 years old at time of selection for master's; under 30 for PhD programs
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Excellent academic record; must be nominated by a French higher education institution; graduate-level study (master's or PhD) in eligible fields
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Fields
- Engineering Sciences · Exact Sciences · Life Sciences and Health · Ecological Transition · Mathematics and Digital · Law and Political Science · Economics and Management · Humanities and Social Sciences
- Countries
- France
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Non-French nationals under 29 (master's) or 30 (PhD), nominated by a French institution; natural science, engineering, economics, law, social sciences fields. French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs / Campus France also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Non-French nationals under 29 (master's) or 30 (PhD), nominated by a French institution; natural science, engineering, economics, law, social sciences fields
Study route
- Master’s, PhD study in France
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Non-French nationals under 29 (master's) or 30 (PhD), nominated by a French institution; natural science, engineering, economics, law, social sciences fields. French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs / Campus France also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Academic transcripts and diplomas
- CV/Resume
- Motivation letter / personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Language proficiency certificates
How to apply
- 1
Identify an eligible French institution and program offering nomination for the Eiffel Scholarship
- 2
Apply for admission to a French institution and indicate interest in Eiffel nomination
- 3
If pre-selected, the French institution submits your application to Campus France by January 2027
- 4
Await results (announced from April 2027 by Campus France)
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual; 2027/28 intake: French institution internal deadlines October–November 2026; Campus France national deadline approximately January 2027. Results announced from April 2027.
The listed deadline is January 15, 2027. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs / Campus France
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is January 15, 2027. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.