France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship
- Funding
- €1,200 a month (master’s) or €2,000 (PhD), plus airfare and insurance
- Deadline
- 6 Jan 2027
- Country
- France
- Study level
- Master’s · PhD
- Provider
- Campus France · French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
2027 session: your French higher education institution submits your application, which must reach Campus France by 6 January 2027. Results from 12 April 2027.
About this scholarship
French government excellence scholarships for international master’s and PhD students nominated by a French higher education institution. Tuition is not paid by the programme.
- Applicant stage
- Prospective students
Eligibility criteria
- Only applications submitted by French higher education institutions are accepted.
- encourages applicants from foreign countries up to 29 years old at master’s level, and applicants up to 35 years old at PhD level
- Its purpose is to train future leaders from outside France in priority areas of study.
Value of the award
- Master level Eiffel scholarship recipients receive a monthly allowance of €1,200 (effective January 1 2026) in addition to certain direct services, notably international airfare, domestic travel support, insurance, assistance in locating housing, and cultural activities.
- Doctoral level Eiffel scholarship recipients receive a monthly allowance of €2,000 (effective January 1 2026)
Fields of study
Specific subjects — see requirements
Application process
Ask the French university or school you are applying to whether it will nominate you; only institutions can submit Eiffel applications.
Supporting sources
Frequently asked questions
What does this scholarship cover?
Master level Eiffel scholarship recipients receive a monthly allowance of €1,200 (effective January 1 2026) in addition to certain direct services, notably international airfare, domestic travel support, insurance, assistance in locating housing, and cultural activities.; Doctoral level Eiffel scholarship recipients receive a monthly allowance of €2,000 (effective January 1 2026)
Which study levels and subjects does it support?
Master’s, PhD. Fields: Specific subjects — see requirements. Check course-specific restrictions with the provider.
When is the application deadline?
2027 session: your French higher education institution submits your application, which must reach Campus France by 6 January 2027. Results from 12 April 2027.
Where can I see the required documents?
Open the Documents tab for items mentioned in this record and preparation guidance. The official application instructions contain the complete list.