Scholarship Overview
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What Is the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship?
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme is a competitive French government scholarship managed by Campus France and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It enables French higher education institutions to attract top international talent for master’s and doctoral degrees in strategic fields. The programme specifically targets future decision-makers in both public and private sectors, with priority given to candidates from developing countries, including African nations.
For Zimbabwean and SADC region applicants, this represents a significant opportunity to study in France without tuition fees while receiving a monthly living allowance. The scholarship is not directly awarded to individuals but through French host institutions, meaning you must secure institutional nomination.
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Eligible Fields of Study
The Eiffel Scholarship covers two broad disciplinary areas:
Science and Technology
- Biology and health
- Ecological transition
- Mathematics and computer science
- Engineering sciences and engineering
Humanities and Social Sciences
- French history, language and civilisation
- Law and political science
- Economics and management
At the University of Angers specifically, English-taught master’s programmes eligible for the Eiffel Scholarship include: Law & Finance (M2), Light, Molecules, Matter – LUMOMAT (M2), and Nanomed – Nanomedicines and Pharmaceutical R&D (M1 and M2).
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Master’s Level Requirements
Academic Background
You must be, or have been, a student at an international partner institution of your target French university. Academic excellence is mandatory: you should be top of your year or among the highest-ranked students in your programme.
Age Limit
Candidates must have been born after 31 March 1997. This means applicants for the 2027 intake must be under 30 years old at the time of application.
Nationality and Residence
- Foreign nationality only (dual nationals with French citizenship are ineligible)
- Not enrolled in France during the 2026–2027 academic year
Scholarship Exclusions
You cannot hold any other French government scholarship, Erasmus+ funding, or an Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie scholarship simultaneously.
Duration
- Maximum 12 months for Master’s year 2 (M2)
- Maximum 24 months for Master’s year 1 (M1)
- Maximum 36 months for Engineering degrees
Doctoral Level Requirements
Academic Background
Current students are eligible, including those already in France, though international candidates receive priority. You must demonstrate excellent academic results: top of your year or among the highest-ranked.
Age Limit
Candidates must be born after 31 March 1991, meaning doctoral applicants for 2027 must be under 36 years old.
Nationality
Foreign nationality required; dual French nationals excluded.
Scholarship Exclusions
No concurrent French government, Erasmus+, or Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie funding permitted.
Duration
- 12 to 36 months total
- 36 months only for first-year PhD enrolment (limited places)
- 18 or 12 months for ongoing theses or joint supervision arrangements
Joint supervision (co-direction) or international joint PhD programmes (co-tutelle) are permitted but not required.
Language Requirements
| Programme Type | Required Level |
|---|---|
| French-taught Master’s | B2 to C1 in French |
| English-taught Master’s | B2 in English |
Doctoral applicants should verify language requirements directly with their prospective thesis supervisor and doctoral school.
Application Process
For Master’s Applicants
- Verify your home institution is a partner of your target French university (e.g., University of Angers)
- Review Campus France regulations on the official website
- Contact the admissions office for your target programme to confirm eligibility
- If eligible, the admissions office provides the official application form
- Submit complete application before the deadline
For Doctoral Applicants
- Identify a thesis supervisor at a French institution
- Review programme presentation and regulations on Campus France
- Your thesis supervisor must submit the application on your behalf
- Direct applications from candidates are not accepted
Key Dates
Application opens: 1 October 2026
Application deadline: 15 November 2026
These dates apply to both master’s and doctoral applications for the 2027 scholarship cycle.
What the Scholarship Covers
The research material does not specify exact monthly stipend amounts or comprehensive benefit details. Campus France typically provides a monthly allowance, international travel, health insurance, and cultural activities, but applicants should consult the official Campus France regulations for confirmed 2027 funding levels. Tuition fees are not charged to scholarship holders.
Tips for African Applicants
- Start early: Identify French partner institutions in your country and establish contact before October 2026
- Secure strong academic references: Your ranking matters significantly
- Prepare language certifications: DELF/DALF for French, IELTS/TOEFL for English programmes
- Research English-taught options if your French is not yet at B2 level
- For doctoral study, initiate supervisor contact at least 6–12 months before application
- Ensure your passport shows no French nationality if you hold dual citizenship
Related Opportunities
If you are considering French higher education, also explore the ENS-PSL International Selection Scholarship 2027 for fully funded master’s study at École Normale Supérieure.
Official scholarship page: https://www.univ-angers.fr/en/education/eiffel-scholarship.html
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