About This Opportunity

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship, managed by Campus France on behalf of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, supports high-achieving international students pursuing a Master's or PhD in France. The scholarship aims to attract top global talent to French higher education institutions and strengthen France's academic ties with countries around the world, including strong representation from African nations.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Non-French nationality, aged 25 or younger for Master's applicants, and 30 or younger for PhD applicants (age limits vary slightly by category)
  • Must apply through a French higher education institution, which nominates candidates for the scholarship — you cannot apply directly
  • Demonstrated strong academic record and leadership potential
  • Eligible fields generally include engineering, economics and management, law and political science (Master's), and a wider range for the PhD "co-tutelle" track

What You Get / Benefits

  • Monthly allowance of €1,181 for Master's students and €1,700 for PhD students
  • International travel costs to and from France
  • Health insurance coverage during your studies
  • Support with housing arrangements and other settling-in costs (varies by institution)
  • Access to cultural and professional activities organised by Campus France throughout your stay

How to Apply

  • Identify and apply for admission to a relevant Master's or PhD programme at a participating French institution
  • Confirm with your chosen institution whether they will nominate you for the Eiffel Scholarship — nomination is handled by the institution, not the applicant directly
  • Prepare strong supporting documents, including academic records, references, and a clear statement of your career goals
  • The French institution submits your nomination to Campus France on your behalf before the institutional deadline (typically in late December or early January)
  • Results are generally announced a few months later

    • Tips

    • This scholarship works through institutional nomination, not direct application — your first and most important step is securing admission interest from a French institution willing to nominate you.
    • Reach out to your target French university's international admissions office early to understand their internal Eiffel nomination process and deadlines, which are often earlier than the headline deadline.
    • Strong, specific academic and career goals — rather than generic ambition — significantly strengthen your nomination case with the institution.

    ⏰ Deadline: Typically early-to-mid January (institutional deadlines may be earlier) — confirm exact dates with your target French institution and on campusfrance.org.