Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (via Campus France) · France
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme is operated by Campus France on behalf of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. It is designed to attract top international students to French higher education institutions at Masters and PhD level. Unlike most scholarships, candidates cannot apply directly — they must be nominated by a French institution.
| Provider / Funder |
French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (via Campus France)Verified
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| Host country |
FranceVerified
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| Award value |
Partial funding — see coverage belowVerified
Exact amounts change annually — always verify on official source
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| Duration |
Masters: 12–36 months; PhD: 10 monthsEstimated
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| Application deadline |
January annually (applications by French institutions on behalf of candidates)Estimated
Deadlines change annually — always check official source
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| Fully funded |
Partial / not specifiedEstimated
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| Renewable |
YesEstimated
Subject to satisfactory academic progress
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| Eligible nationalities |
International students from targeted countries — note: applications made by French institutions, not directly by studentsEstimated
Check the official page for the full and current list
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| Age limit |
Under 30 (Masters); under 35 (PhD)Estimated
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| Other requirements |
Must be nominated by a French higher education institutionEstimated
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This scholarship is aimed at students seeking financial support for their studies. Eligible nationalities are listed as: International students from targeted countries — note: applications made by French institutions, not directly by students. The scholarship supports study in France.
Applicants should note that additional requirements include: Must be nominated by a French higher education institution. These criteria are important and should be reviewed carefully before beginning an application.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, Eiffel is worth applying for — but ensure your academic profile, statement, and references are competitive before submitting. Use the Admissionism Essay Generator to strengthen your scholarship statement.
Key deadline: January annually (applications by French institutions on behalf of candidates). Deadlines are strictly enforced — incomplete or late applications are typically not considered. We recommend starting your application at least 2–3 months before the deadline.
Applications are typically submitted through the official scholarship portal (https://www.campusfrance.org/en/the-eiffel-excellence-scholarship-program). You will usually need to provide: academic transcripts, a personal statement or research proposal, letters of recommendation, proof of English proficiency, and a CV or résumé.
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