The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs’ Eiffel Excellence Scholarship 2026 provides exceptional international students with a distinguished chance to attend fully supported master’s and PhD programs in France. With a focus on high-priority academic subjects including physics, engineering, economics, law, and political science, this scholarship aims to draw bright future leaders from all over the world to study at some of France’s best universities and grandes écoles.
The Eiffel Scholarship, one of the most prestigious scholarship programs in Europe, offers full financial assistance, including a monthly stipend, health insurance, travel costs, and cultural events. The majority of French public universities provide very cheap or no tuition, particularly for postgraduate students, even though it does pay tuition expenses.
The fellowship funds PhD studies for up to 12 months and master’s programs for up to 36 months, frequently with shared supervision. In addition to meeting certain age requirements—under 25 for master’s programs and under 30 for PhD programs—applicants must have high academic accomplishment and leadership potential. Eligibility excludes French nationals and recipients of an Eiffel Scholarship.
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship is a remarkable route for international students hoping to have a worldwide influence in their disciplines since it provides access to top-notch education, research, and innovation in one of Europe’s most vibrant cultural settings.
Host Country: France
University: French Universities
Opportunity Type: Masters, PhD
Subject: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: Only individuals who are not French citizens may apply.
- Age Requirement: Candidates for master’s degrees must be under 27 (born after March 1999), while candidates for doctorates must be under 32 (born after March 1994).
- Study Level: Candidates must be looking to enroll in a Master’s or PhD program at a university in France.
- Application Procedure: Students are not permitted to apply directly; applications must be filed by a French institution.
- Eligible Fields: Programs in science, engineering, economics, management, law, and political science are given preference.
Benefits:
For Master’s Students:
- Monthly allowance of €1,181
- Coverage for international round-trip airfare
- Health insurance included
- Access to cultural programs and networking opportunities
- Funding duration of up to 24 months, based on the length of the degree program
For PhD Students:
- Monthly stipend of €1,700
- Funding available for up to 12 months
- Includes travel support, insurance, and other related benefits
Deadline: 08 January 2026
