Apply to The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Programme
FRANCE EXCELLENCE EIFFEL SCHOLARSHIP 2027: APPLICATIONS OPEN
Are you an international student aspiring to pursue a master’s degree or PhD in France? The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Programme offers an opportunity for outstanding international students to pursue advanced studies at eligible French higher education institutions.
The programme was established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to help French institutions attract talented international students and prepare future leaders in the public and private sectors.
SCHOLARSHIP LEVELS
The programme supports international students applying for:
- Master’s degree programmes
- Doctoral (PhD) programmes
ELIGIBLE FIELDS OF STUDY
The scholarship covers seven fields across two broad disciplinary areas.
1. Science and Technology
- Biology and Health
- Ecological Transition
- Mathematics and Digital Sciences
- Engineering Sciences
2. Humanities and Social Sciences
- History, French Language and Civilization
- Law and Political Science
- Economics and Management
WHO CAN APPLY?
The programme targets outstanding international students seeking admission to eligible master’s or doctoral programmes in France.
The programme’s published age criteria have included:
- Master’s level: Applicants up to 29 years old.
- Doctoral level: Applicants up to 35 years old.
Applicants should consult the official regulations for the 2027 campaign to confirm the applicable age limits and other eligibility requirements.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO APPLY
Students cannot submit applications directly to Campus France.
Applications must be submitted by French higher education institutions on behalf of the international students they wish to recruit into their programmes.
If you are interested, you should:
- Identify a suitable French higher education institution offering your intended programme.
- Contact the institution to express your interest in the Eiffel Scholarship.
- Follow the institution’s internal application and nomination process.
- Prepare the required supporting documents and meet the institution’s deadline.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The 2027 campaign information provided indicates a deadline in January 2027. However, the supplied information contains two different dates: 6 January 2027 and 8 January 2027.
Applicants should check the official 2027 campaign guidelines and confirm the applicable deadline with their chosen French institution. The final submission deadline for institutions may differ from their internal deadline for receiving student applications.
OFFICIAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AND GUIDELINES
Visit the official Campus France website for programme details, regulations and application guidance:
France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Programme
PLEASE NOTE: The Eiffel Scholarship application process is managed through French higher education institutions. Contact your prospective institution early to learn whether it will nominate candidates for the 2027 campaign.
