Scholarships & Funding

Scientify Research Solutions AB · France

OutlineThe EHRA Training Fellowship Programme from the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), a branch of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC), supports physicians in specialised training in clinical electrophysiology (EP) in an ESC member country, preferably outside their home country...

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Scientify Research Solutions AB · France

OutlineThe EHRA Training Fellowship Programme from the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), a branch of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC), supports physicians in specialised training in clinical electrophysiology (EP) in an ESC member country, preferably outside their home country...

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University of Nantes · France

Context. The CEISAM lab seeks talented and motivated students to conduct PhD research works in the field of photo- and magneto-responsive nano-architectures, driving considerable interest in data storage, catalysis and nanomedicine. While most of the studies have been carried on inorganic materials...

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Scientify Research Solutions AB · France

OutlineThe EC2U Virtual Institute for Sustainable Cities and Communities (VISCC) Seed Mobility Programme on Sustainable Cities and Communities, launched by the European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U), supports short mobility visits promoting interdisciplinary and transnational collaboration...

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Nurturing Emerging Scholars Programme · France

MASTERS

University · France

Monthly grant of 1,000 Euros for 3 years and a room on one of the ENS campuses.

MASTERS

France

The Master’s in France scholarship covers round-trip international airfare between Uganda and France, full tuition fees, visa fee waivers, and the CVEC fee.

MASTERS

French Ministry · France

Management: Applicants must apply through Etudes en France to a public university with tuition fees that do not exceed €4,000 per year.

MASTERS

France

The scholarship covers two academic years if the scholar is admitted in M1, and one academic year if the scholar is admitted in M2.

MASTERS

Ministry for Europe · France

• Scholarship is fully funded. Additional benefits include: • Networking opportunities with global leaders. • A monthly allowance of €1,181 for master’s level students. • A monthly allowance of €1,800 for doctoral-level students. • Assistance with accommodation. • Coverage for round-trip airfare and local transport. • Comprehensive health insurance. • Opportunities to participate in cultural activities.

PHD, MASTERS

Ministry for Europe · France

By supporting an application, host laboratories commit to providing a scientific environment suited to the project throughout the fellowship period. The host laboratory does not receive any funding; the fellowship amount is intended solely to cover the living expenses of the visiting researcher.

PHD, POSTDOC

Higher Education Institut · France

Admission routes vary by institution and program. Students may enter after completing competitive preparatory classes, after earning a relevant higher education qualification, or directly after secondary school through an integrated preparatory program. Tuition is generally higher than at public universities, and many Grandes Écoles offer English-taught options. Campus France reports that approximately 20% of international students in France are enrolled in Grandes Écoles.

PHD, MASTERS

Ministry · France

Call for applications for the MOPGA Fellowship Program 2026 in France. The MOPGA Visiting Fellowship, funded by Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), will take place in different French research institutions, for a period of 12 months. The fellowship program will bring together scientists and talented individuals from all across the world, providing an opportunity to research on environmental and climate issues. All fellows will receive a monthly allowance of €2,500, along with one-time installation grant of €500, and health coverage. The program has NO admission or tuition fees.

PHD, POSTDOC

France

The award is full board.

MASTERS

France

Applications for a unique opportunity, the OECD Young Associates Program (YAP) in Paris, are now open. The fully funded program in Europe offers an attractive compensation package for the Young Associates. They will receive a monthly salary of 3886 EUR. In addition, the students will get leaving allowance of 21000 EUR. Moreover, the international students program offers medical insurance, expatriation allowance and home leave, and installation allowance. On top of this, the removal expenses and cost of air tickets will also be reimbursed.

MASTERS

France

Yes. Funding may be offered by doctoral schools, universities, research projects, regional authorities, foreign governments, the French government, and other organizations. Examples listed in our scholarship guide include the France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship , which has a doctoral component and requires nomination by a French higher education institution. Eiffel benefits include a living allowance and certain services, but the program does not itself cover tuition fees.

PHD

French University · France

• The Master’s degree scholarship covers round-trip international airfare between Uganda and France, tuition fees, visa fee waivers, and the CVEC fee. • Recipients receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, as well as health insurance (70% covered by the French government and 30% by Campus France). • The scholarship also provides priority access to subsidized student housing, assistance with administrative procedures throughout the stay, and opportunities to participate in cultural activities and networking events. • The scholarship includes:

MASTERS

French Ministry of Hig · France

The France–South Africa Scholarship Programme supports studies at Master’s and PhD level in French higher education institutions located in France. Joint or international degree programmes are eligible, provided that at least one of the partner institutions is located in France. However, scholarship funding will only cover the period of study and research undertaken in France.

PHD, MASTERSDeadline: Deadline: 8 October 2026

France

All IAS have agreed on common standards, including the provision of a living allowance (2,200€ permonth), social security coverage, accommodation, a researchand trainingbudget, plus coverage oftravel expenses

PHD, POSTDOC

France

MASTERS

Université · France

MASTERS

France

• The Lafayette Fellowship provides: • A €1,500 monthly stipend from mid-July 2026 through the end of June 2027 to cover living expenses • One year of tuition at a partner French institution for eligible programs • Application fee waivers for French academic institutions and master’s programs • Student visa fee waivers for one academic year • A round-trip flight to and from France at the start and end of the program • Coverage of travel costs and activities related to the French-American Leadership Program

MASTERS

France

The YGF Paris 2027 offers different participation categories. There are 30 Fully Funded seats and 40 Partially Funded seats available through competitive selection. In addition, the forum offers 100 Forum Admission seats and 80 Self-Funded seats. Applicants for the funded categories will be selected based on their motivation, leadership potential, community engagement, global awareness, and interest in the main themes of the forum.

MASTERS

French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs · France

A monthly allowance, international travel, health insurance and cultural activities. Tuition is not paid by the programme, though fees at French public institutions are low.

MASTERS, PHDDeadline: The French institution applies on your behalf, and its internal deadline falls in the autumn, well before the January campaign closes.

ENS de Lyon · France

The Ampère Scholarships of Excellence provide excellent international students with the opportunity to pursue one of the eligible Masters programs offered at ENS de Lyon. ENS de Lyon also offers the GRADUATE + Scholarship. The scholarship is €1,000 per month for 1 year. It is renewable in the 2nd year provided the candidate is selected by the head of the Masters program and validates the Masters Year 1.

MASTERSDeadline: Annual — this year's round has closed (it was 23 Jan 2026 (annual)); watch the official website for the next call.

French Universities and Academic Institutions · 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 foreign students to enroll in their masters and PhD programs. It gives opportunity to the future foreign decision-makers of the private and public sectors, in priority areas of study, and encourages applicants up to 25 years old from developing countries at master’s level, and applicants up to 30 years old from developing and industrialized countries at PhD level. For Master’s level studies, the Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €1,200 and can be awarded for 12-36 months. For PhD level studies, the Eiffel scholarship includes a monthly allowance of €2,100 and is awarded for a maximum of 12-36 months. In addition, the programme meets various expenses including international transportation, national transportation, health insurance, housing searches, and cultural activities. Tuition fees are not covered by the Eiffel Programme. However, recipients of French government scholarships are exempt from tuition charges for programs leading to a national diploma (master, doctorate) or accredited engineering degree in public institutions of a scientific, cultural, or professional nature overseen by the Ministry of Higher Education and Research, in accordance with article R719-49 of the national education code.

MASTERS, PHDDeadline: Annual — this year's round has closed (it was 8 Jan 2026 (annual)); watch the official website for the next call.

Sciences Po University, Paris, France · France

Sciences Po created the Emile Boutmy Scholarships after the founder of Sciences Po in order to attract the very best international students from outside of the European Union who are first time applicants and who have been admitted to an Undergraduate or Master’s programme offered at the University. Undergraduate Level The Émile Boutmy scholarship entitles students to either a total exemption or an exemption of €9,500 from tuition fees. The Émile Boutmy scholarship is automatically renewed if the student chooses to continue their graduate studies at Sciences Po. Masters Level The Émile Boutmy scholarship entitles the recipient to a €18,500 exemption from tuition fees for each of the two years of the Master’s programme.

MASTERSDeadline: Annual — this year's round has closed (it was 30 Nov 2025/20 Jan 2026 (annual)); watch the official website for the next call.

HEC Paris, France · France

[ad#contentadtext] The Fondation Rainbow Bridge Scholarship is available for women from Asian or African countries affected by natural disasters, drought or famine to pursue an MBA programme at HEC Paris. €20,000

MASTERSDeadline: 15 Jun/26 Nov 2018 (annual)

HEC Paris · France

[ad#contentadtext] Launched in January 1999 by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministère des Affaires Etrangères), the Eiffel Scholarship is designed to bolster international recruiting by French schools of higher education, at a time when competition to attract top foreign students is growing among developed countries. The Eiffel Scholarship provides participants with a monthly allowance of approximately €1,100, and covers additional expenses including travel, health insurance and cultural activities. Tuition fees are not covered by the scholarship.

MASTERSDeadline: within 1 week of admission

Université de Lyon · France

The scholarship is 800 euros/month (depending to the applicant’s file) and is awarded for a 10-month period.

MASTERSDeadline: Annual — this year's round has closed (it was May-July 2016); watch the official website for the next call.