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Eiffel Excellence Scholarship 2027 by French Government (Fully Funded)

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Deadline

2027-01-06

Country

France

Level

masters, phd

Organization

French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (Campus France)

Field

Biology and Health, Ecological Transition, Mathematics and Digital, Engineering Sciences, History, French language and civilization, Law and political science, Economics and management

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious program established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. It aims to attract top international students to pursue Master's and PhD degrees in France, training future foreign decision-makers in both public and private sectors. The program helps French higher education institutions attract the best foreign talent.

Coverage

This is a fully-funded scholarship covering significant expenses. Master's students receive a monthly allowance of €1,200 (from January 2026), while PhD students receive €2,100 (from January 2026). Benefits also include international return airfare from your home country to France, national transportation within France, health insurance, assistance with housing searches, and access to cultural activities. It is important to note that tuition fees are *not* covered by the Eiffel program itself.

Eligibility

The scholarship is open to international students from all nationalities who are living outside France. Applicants must be pursuing a Master's or PhD degree. Candidates must be nominated by a French higher education institution; direct applications from students or foreign institutions are not accepted.

Requirements

Not clearly stated for individual applicants, as the application process is managed by French institutions. However, it is implied that candidates should be excellent students to be nominated by a French institution.

How to apply

Students cannot apply directly for the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship. The application process is handled exclusively by French higher education institutions. Prospective applicants must contact a French university or institution of their choice and convince them to nominate them for the scholarship. The institution will then submit the application on the student's behalf.

Notes

The scholarship duration ranges from 12 to 36 months, typically starting on September 1st of the award year. The application deadline for institutions to submit nominations is January 6, 2027. Results are expected to be announced on March 30, 2027.

Source & Verification

Host organization: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (Campus France)

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/the-france-excellence-eiffel-scholarship-program

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.