The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship 2027 offers international students the opportunity to pursue graduate studies in France with substantial financial support. Managed by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, this program is intended to attract highly qualified students to French higher education institutions.
By supporting Master’s and PhD candidates in priority disciplines, the scholarship aims to strengthen academic exchange and help cultivate future global leaders in strategic fields.
Program Overview
Host Country: France
Eligible Universities: French higher education institutions
Degree Levels: Master’s and PhD
Fields of Study: All subjects
Eligible Applicants: International students
Financial Coverage
The Eiffel Scholarship provides financial assistance to help students cover essential study-related expenses.
Master’s Level Support
Recipients at the Master’s level receive:
- A monthly allowance of €1,181
- International round-trip travel costs
- Health insurance coverage
- Access to cultural and networking activities
- Funding support for up to 24 months depending on the academic program
PhD Level Support
Doctoral candidates receive:
- A monthly stipend of €1,700
- Funding for up to 12 months
- Additional benefits including travel assistance and insurance coverage
The scholarship does not include tuition fees, although public universities in France generally charge minimal fees.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must not hold French nationality
- Age requirements:
- Master’s applicants must be under 27 years old (born after March 2000)
- PhD applicants must be under 32 years old (born after March 1995)
- Must apply for a Master’s or PhD program at a French university
- Applications must be submitted through a French institution rather than directly by the student
- Priority disciplines include science, engineering, economics, management, law, and political science
Important Dates
Applicants should keep the following timeline in mind:
- Application call opens: October 2026
- University internal deadlines: November–December 2026
- Institutional submission deadline: Early January 2027
- Announcement of results: April 2027
How the Application Works
The Eiffel Scholarship application process requires involvement from the host institution.
- Select a suitable Master’s or PhD program offered by a French university.
- Review the institution’s internal deadlines for scholarship nomination.
- When submitting your admission application, express your interest in the Eiffel Scholarship.
- If shortlisted, the host institution will nominate you and submit the application to Campus France.
- Successful candidates are informed once results are released in April.
Conclusion
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship 2027 represents a significant opportunity for international students who aspire to study in France. With financial assistance, international exposure, and access to top universities, the program supports talented individuals aiming to build impactful careers in academia, industry, or public service.
