ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026 for Diploma and Master’s in Sciences and Humanities École Normale Supérieure in France

The ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026 at École Normale Supérieure (ENS), Paris, is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for outstanding international students seeking to pursue a diploma or master’s degree in sciences or humanities. Each year, 20 scholarships are awarded—10 for scientific disciplines and 10 for literary disciplines. The program is designed to attract talented students from around the world, with eligibility open to all nationalities except those who have spent more than 10 months in France in the past two years. Applicants must be first-time candidates and under 26 years old at the time of application.

Eligible fields in the literary disciplines include anthropology, archaeology, classical studies, film studies, theatre studies, history of art, musicology, economics, philosophy, sociology, linguistics, political studies, history, law, literature, and geography. Scientific disciplines include biology, chemistry, geosciences, computer science, mathematics, physics, neuroscience, cognitive sciences, nano science, and sustainable chemical science. Applicants select one major discipline and may optionally choose a minor.

The scholarship covers full tuition, free accommodation on the ENS campus, and a generous €1,000 monthly stipend for three years. ENS is a public university located in Paris, France, renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant research environment. The selection process is highly competitive and includes two oral assessments: a scientific oral (minimum 1 hour) and a scientific culture interview (45–60 minutes).

To apply, candidates must submit an online application form along with a high school diploma and transcripts, a motivation letter (1–3 pages), passport, 2–4 letters of recommendation, a research proposal (maximum 3 pages or 10,000 characters), and a CV/resume. All documents must be in PDF format named according to the specified convention. The application deadline is 3 December 2025.

This scholarship is ideal for students passionate about advancing their studies in sciences or humanities at one of France’s most prestigious institutions. For more information and to apply, visit the official ENS scholarship page. The program offers a unique opportunity to join a diverse and intellectually stimulating academic community in the heart of Paris.