The Émile Boutmy Scholarship Program 2026 in France is a significant step forward for outstanding students with strong academic records. This is a fantastic opportunity for top-performing students from countries outside the European Union. Top candidates who meet the admission requirements for undergraduate and master’s degree levels are encouraged to apply to France’s top-ranked institution, Sciences Po. The Émile Boutmy Scholarship is a mark of distinction for those who aim to reach the pinnacle of success after enrolling at Sciences Po. It allows prospective students to take advantage of various benefits throughout their program.
Scholarship Benefits
For a Bachelor’s Degree
Tuition fee subsidies are granted in a variety of forms:
1. €14,720 per year for a period of three years.
2. €9,500 per year for a period of three years.
3. €6,500 per year for a period of three years.
For a Master’s Degree
The scholarship is a tuition grant worth €13,100 per year for the two-year Master’s degree program.
Notes:
* Your scholarship will be forfeited if you do not validate your academic year.
* During the third year of the undergraduate program (year abroad), scholarship holders will keep their additional cost-of-living award and tuition fee grant (if applicable).
* The scholarship is automatically renewed if you continue with graduate studies at Sciences Po.
* The award will be forfeited if you are awarded the scholarship and choose to defer your admission.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Must be a first-time applicant to Sciences Po
2. Be from a non-EU country
3. Be from households not filing taxes in the EU
4. Admitted to an undergraduate or master’s program
Not Eligible
* Swiss and Norwegian applicants
* Dual EU citizens
* Quebec candidates (Master’s only; eligible for Bachelor’s)
* Applicants to Master’s in Journalism or Journalism/Intl Affairs
* Most Master’s dual-degree candidates (exceptions exist)
* Ph.D. and 1-year Master’s applicants
* Bachelor’s dual-degree and exchange students
* Applicants via the French graduate admission process
Admission Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following:
1. CV
2. All official transcripts and certificates
3. Passport copy
4. An academic reference
5. English test score
6. Evidence of income and documentation describing family circumstances (for both undergraduate and graduate programs)
How to Apply for the Émile Boutmy Scholarship
For Undergraduate College (First-Time Applicants)
* Foreign secondary schools: Indicate your application for the Émile Boutmy scholarship in the “Financial information” section of your Sciences Po application. Proof of income and family documents may be requested.
* French secondary schools: After validating your application on Parcoursup, contact the Admission Office via the provided form. Submit proof of income and relevant family documents.
For Master’s Level (First-Time Applicants)
* Indicate your application for the scholarship in the “Financial information” section of your Sciences Po application. Attach proof of income, family documents, and, if applicable, language test scores.
For Deferred Candidates (Undergraduate and Master’s)
* If you did not apply or lost the scholarship due to deferral, use the contact form before the deadline. Include your CV and financial details. Proof of income and family documents may be requested.
Important Points to Consider
1. If you have previously been denied the Émile Boutmy scholarship, you cannot reapply.
2. Only complete applications will be considered.
3. Applications received after the deadline will be rejected.
4. Students cannot apply for the scholarship after being admitted to Sciences Po or during their studies there. If a student is not awarded the scholarship, they are responsible for finding alternative funding.
Selection Criteria
* The host institution awards this scholarship based on merit and the candidate’s profile.
* Social factors are also important in the selection process.
* Candidates must demonstrate their interest in the program by applying directly through the online bachelor’s or master’s degree application form.
Further Details
For more information about the Émile Boutmy Scholarship for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, please refer to the host university’s website.
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