The Émile Boutmy Scholarship is a highly regarded merit‑based award offered by Sciences Po in Paris, France to support international students (non‑EU nationals) who are planning to study at the university at Bachelor’s or Master’s level. It aims to attract top global talent by providing significant tuition fee support for selected students.
Overview & Purpose
The scholarship was created to welcome high‑achieving international students from countries outside the European Union whose families do not file taxes in an EU member state. It is awarded based on academic merit and profile fit with Sciences Po’s programs, and it seeks candidates with strong academic records and leadership potential.
Who Is Eligible?
To be considered for the Émile Boutmy Scholarship, applicants generally must:
• Be a first‑time applicant to Sciences Po (for a Bachelor’s or two‑year Master’s program).
• Be a non‑EU national, with a household tax residence outside the EU.
• Have received admission to an eligible Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at Sciences Po.
Students who are not eligible include:
• Those with EU citizenship (including dual citizenship with an EU country).
• Swiss or Norwegian applicants (they may qualify for separate French aid).
• Exchange students, PhD candidates, one‑year Master’s applicants, and most dual‑degree Master’s programs (with a few exceptions).
The scholarship cannot be combined with other internal Sciences Po awards but may be combined with external scholarships such as the Eiffel or French government scholarships.
Benefits & Financial Support
Scholarship benefits depend on the level of study:
• Bachelor’s students: Partial or full tuition fee exemption or substantial tuition reduction for the duration of the program.
• Master’s students: A significant tuition grant that reduces tuition costs across the two‑year program.
The exact financial allowance is determined at the time of admission and may be adjusted annually if tuition fees rise.
How to Apply
The Émile Boutmy Scholarship is not awarded automatically; eligible candidates must indicate their interest in the scholarship in the “Financial Information” section of their Sciences Po online application before the deadline. Only students already admitted to a qualifying Bachelor’s or Master’s degree are evaluated for the scholarship.
Applications require complete academic and financial documentation, and incomplete or late submissions are not accepted.
Why This Scholarship Matters
This award allows international students to access one of Europe’s leading universities in social sciences, international relations, political studies, and related fields, by reducing financial barriers and supporting academic excellence. Recipients also join a diverse global community of scholars.
