Applying for Eiffel Excellence Scholarships to Study in France

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program was established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to enable French higher education institutions to attract top international students to their Master's and PhD programs. The scholarship is fully funded, covering travel costs, insurance, and providing a monthly living allowance.

In this guide, we explain the application rules and evaluation criteria for the Eiffel Scholarship.

Scholarship Benefits and Coverage

• Master's Level: A monthly allowance of €1,181 (up to 36 months).
• PhD Level: A monthly allowance of €1,800 (up to 18 months).
• Additional Perks: Return airfare, local transportation allowance, and access to cultural activities and housing subsidies.

Crucial Rule: Nominations by French Institutions

You cannot apply directly to Campus France for the Eiffel Scholarship.

1. Find a University: You must identify a French university, business school, or engineering school and secure admission.
2. Nomination: You must ask the international relations department of the French school to nominate you for the Eiffel Scholarship.
3. Submission: The school will evaluate your academic file and submit your application to Campus France on your behalf.

Key Selection Criteria

• Academic Excellence: The candidate's undergraduate grades, rank in class, and academic publications.
• International Policy: The relevance of the candidate's research to the university's partnerships or global challenges.
• Institutional Cooperation: The host university's commitment to supporting the student.

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