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The Eiffel Scholarship Program provides annual scholarships and training opportunities for future foreign decision-makers in both public and private sectors at the Master’s and Doctoral levels.
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarships in France offer a fully funded opportunity that covers tuition, airfare, healthcare, and a generous annual stipend of up to €25,200, making it one of the most prestigious international scholarships in the world.
About the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
Named after the iconic Eiffel Tower, the program reflects France’s strong commitment to higher education and global talent development. With a rich history of academic excellence, the Eiffel Scholarship is open to talented individuals worldwide who aspire to pursue studies in France without financial constraints.
The 2026 Eiffel Excellence Scholarship will be awarded across diverse disciplines, including Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
Eligibility Requirements (2026)
To qualify for the France Government Eiffel Excellence Scholarship, applicants must:
* Be non-French nationals
* Be a foreign student applying to a French institution
* Master’s applicants: Must be 27 years old or younger at the time of the 2026 competition
* Ph.D. applicants: Must be 32 years old or younger at the time of the 2026 competition
* Not currently holding another French government scholarship at the time of application
Scholarship Duration and Benefits
For Master’s Degree
* €1,200 monthly stipend for living expenses
* €150 monthly allowance
* Return air tickets
* Cultural activities
* Health insurance
* Housing allowance
For Ph.D. Degree
* €2,100 monthly stipend for living expenses
* Return air tickets
* Cultural activities
* Health insurance
* Housing allowance
How to Apply
* Step 1 – Apply to a recognized French Institution
* Submit an application for admission to a recognized French educational institution or research organization.
* Contact the International Relations Department of your chosen institution (via website, email, or phone) to inquire about the Eiffel Scholarship terms and deadlines.
* You are free to choose any eligible French university or school relevant to your level of study.
* You may also seek guidance from Espace Campus France in your home country or the French Embassy’s Cooperation and Cultural Action Department.
Step 2 – Institutional Endorsement
* The chosen institution accepts and supports your Eiffel Scholarship application.
* The institution then submits your application online via the Campus France website.
For more details, visit the scholarship website
Note: Applications submitted directly by students or by foreign institutions will be considered ineligible.
Application Deadline
January 8, 2026
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