The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Programme is an international scholarship initiative established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to help French higher education institutions attract outstanding international students. The programme supports talented applicants who wish to pursue eligible master's, doctoral, or engineering studies in France. It aims to prepare future decision-makers in public and private sectors by supporting advanced education in selected academic fields. The 2027 Eiffel Scholarship campaign is open for applications through eligible French higher education institutions. International students interested in studying in France can explore suitable universities and academic programmes, then contact the institution's international relations or admissions department to ask whether it supports Eiffel scholarship applications. The scholarship is competitive, and applicants must satisfy both the relevant academic admission requirements and the scholarship's eligibility conditions. Unlike many scholarships that allow students to submit applications directly to the funding organisation, the Eiffel Scholarship requires the French higher education institution to nominate the candidate. Students cannot submit their own scholarship applications directly to Campus France. The chosen institution reviews the student's academic profile, decides whether to support the nomination, and submits the application through the designated Campus France platform. Applications submitted directly by students are not eligible for consideration. The programme covers selected fields in science and technology as well as humanities and social sciences. Eligible scientific and technical areas include Biology and Health, Ecological Transition, Mathematics and Digital Sciences, and Engineering Sciences. Eligible humanities and social sciences include History, French Language and Civilisation, Law and Political Science, and Economics and Management. Applicants should verify that their intended degree and specialisation fall within the programme's approved academic fields. At master's level, the scholarship supports eligible programmes leading to a master's degree. The funding duration can reach 24 months for students entering the first year of a master's programme (M1) and 12 months for students entering the second year (M2). Eligible engineering programmes may receive support for up to 36 months, subject to the applicable programme rules. Doctoral support is available for eligible PhD arrangements, including joint doctoral programmes involving supervision or a dual degree in partnership with an institution abroad. Doctoral funding may run for 12 to 36 months, depending on the approved arrangement and scholarship conditions. The scholarship provides a monthly allowance to help recipients meet living expenses while studying in France. Under the published benefit rates effective from January 2026, eligible master's recipients receive €1,200 per month, while eligible doctoral recipients receive €2,100 per month. These amounts are the published rates for the programme and should be checked against the official regulations applicable to the recipient's award. In addition to the monthly allowance, the programme includes certain services and assistance. These may include international transportation, national transportation, insurance, assistance with finding accommodation, and cultural activities. The precise arrangements depend on the programme rules and the recipient's circumstances. Applicants should review the official scholarship regulations to understand which services are provided directly and which expenses they must arrange themselves. It is important to understand that the Eiffel Scholarship does not cover tuition fees. The scholarship is therefore not a completely fully funded package in the sense of automatically paying all university charges and every personal expense. Students must check the tuition policy of their chosen institution and determine whether other exemptions, university awards, or additional financial resources are available. Applicants should also budget for any expenses that are not covered by the scholarship's published benefits. Eligibility depends on the degree level and the official programme rules. For the 2027 campaign, applicants for master's-level scholarships must generally be no older than 29, while doctoral applicants must generally be no older than 35, according to the programme's published age criteria. Applicants must meet the relevant nationality and academic requirements, and French citizens are not eligible for this international scholarship. Candidates should consult the official regulations for the precise age calculation, exclusions, and any other conditions that apply to their intended degree. Applicants must also meet the admission requirements of the French university and selected programme. These can include academic qualifications, previous study in a relevant discipline, academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae, a motivation statement, and other materials requested by the institution. Doctoral candidates may need a clear research proposal and information about their intended research supervision. The exact document checklist depends on the university, department, degree, and scholarship application procedure. Language requirements are determined by the chosen programme and institution. Some eligible programmes are taught in English, while others require proficiency in French. Applicants should check the official course page for the language of instruction, minimum proficiency level, accepted examinations, and exemption conditions. The Eiffel Scholarship should not be advertised as universally available without IELTS because the programme itself does not establish a single IELTS exemption for every university or degree. For the 2027 campaign, the application period opened on 2 October 2026, and the deadline for French higher education institutions to submit scholarship applications to Campus France is 6 January 2027. The results are expected during the week beginning 12 April 2027, according to the official campaign schedule. These dates describe the central submission calendar, not necessarily the deadline by which a student must first contact a university. Students should contact their chosen institution as early as possible because universities establish their own internal deadlines for reviewing candidates and preparing nominations. An institution may require applications well before the Campus France deadline. Meeting the central deadline alone does not guarantee that a student can still be considered by a particular university. The application process begins with identifying a French institution that offers an eligible programme in the student's chosen field. The applicant should then contact the institution's international relations department or admissions office, explain their interest in the Eiffel Scholarship, and ask about its nomination procedure. The institution evaluates the candidate's academic profile and, if it agrees to support the application, submits the nomination through the official Campus France platform. Applicants should prepare their documents carefully and follow the institution's instructions regarding formatting, translations, references, academic records, and programme admission. A strong application should clearly explain the applicant's academic achievements, reasons for choosing the programme, future career goals, and how the proposed studies align with the scholarship's objectives. Doctoral applicants should also demonstrate the academic relevance and feasibility of their research plans where required. The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship 2027 can provide valuable financial assistance and academic opportunities for international students who wish to study in France. However, selection is competitive, nomination by a French institution is essential, and tuition fees remain outside the scholarship's coverage. Prospective applicants should verify the eligibility rules, programme availability, university-specific deadline, language requirements, and funding arrangements before beginning the application process. For the most reliable information, use the official Campus France Eiffel Scholarship 2027 announcement and the detailed scholarship regulations. These sources provide the central campaign dates, eligible academic fields, application procedure, and official benefit information. Your chosen French institution remains the key contact for admission requirements, internal deadlines, and the nomination process.

Explore the France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship 2027 for eligible master's, doctoral, and engineering studies in France. Selected international students may receive a monthly allowance, transportation support, insurance services, accommodation-search assistance, and cultural benefits. Applications must be submitted by an eligible French higher education institution, and tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Scholarship Programme. Contact your chosen university for its internal deadline and nomination requirements.

• Explore French higher education institutions offering eligible programmes in your chosen field
• select a suitable master's
• doctoral
• or engineering programme
• contact the institution's international relations or admissions department to ask about the Eiffel Scholarship nomination process
• confirm the university's internal application deadline and eligibility requirements
• prepare academic transcripts
• degree certificates
• a CV
• a motivation letter
• language proficiency evidence where required
• and any programme-specific documents
• prepare a research proposal and references if requested for doctoral study
• submit your application to the French institution according to its instructions
• wait for the institution to review your profile and decide whether to support your nomination
• if selected by the institution ensure that it submits your scholarship application through the official Campus France platform before January 6
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• monitor your email for updates and check the official campaign results expected during the week beginning April 12
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