France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship for Master's and PhD Studies in Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences at Université Paris-Saclay
The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship, developed by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is a prestigious program supporting international students at both master's and PhD levels. The scholarship aims to foster future leaders in public and private sectors by providing financial support for studies in France. Université Paris-Saclay is a participating institution, accepting and supporting applications for this scholarship.
Eligible Fields:
The program covers a wide range of disciplines, including Biology and Health, Ecological Transition, Mathematics and Digital, Science and Engineering, French History, Language and Civilization, Law and Political Sciences, Economics, and Management. Both master's and PhD candidates can apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
Eligibility:
For master's applicants, candidates must be international students born after March 31, 1996, applying for the first time from one educational institution. For PhD applicants, candidates must be born after March 31, 1990, and also applying for the first time at the PhD level. Candidates already studying in France or holding another French government scholarship are not eligible. Required documents include a passport or national ID, CV, transcripts, degrees, language proficiency certificate, motivation letter, and recommendation letters. PhD applicants must also provide a cotutelle agreement and a research project presentation.
Funding:
The scholarship provides €1,200 per month for master's students and €2,100 per month for PhD students (as of January 2026), along with certain direct services. The duration varies: 12–24 months for master's, and 12–36 months for PhD, depending on the year of entry and supervision arrangement. Tuition coverage is not explicitly mentioned.
Application Process:
Applications for the 2026-27 academic year open on October 1, 2025. Master's candidates must apply by November 9, 2025, and PhD candidates by November 30, 2025. Applicants must select an eligible program at Université Paris-Saclay and submit all required documents in French or English via the online application forms. Both the scholarship and the regular university application must be completed. More information and program details are available on the university's website.
Contact:
For master's level inquiries, contact the Department of International and European Affairs at Université Paris-Saclay. For PhD-related questions, contact the Maison du Doctorat. The scholarship is highly competitive and prioritizes candidates from specific regions, including Asia-Oceania, Europe, North America, Latin America, North Africa, the Middle East, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
This opportunity is ideal for students seeking financial support to pursue advanced studies in France in a variety of academic fields, with a focus on academic excellence and international leadership.
