Program Overview

France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program

The France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program is a prestigious international scholarship launched by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. This program aims to attract top international talent to French universities and higher education institutions. It provides funding for Master's and PhD studies in priority fields, including:

• Science
• Engineering
• Law
• Economics
• Political science
• Management

Eligibility for Egyptians

Egyptian nationals are considered eligible applicants under the program's international criteria. To apply, students must be nominated by a French higher education institution with which they are applying for admission. Direct individual applications are not accepted.

Key Conditions

The following conditions apply to applicants:

• Age limit: Candidates must be under 30 years old for Master's programs and under 35 years old for PhD programs.
• Exclusivity: Applicants cannot combine the Eiffel scholarship with another French government scholarship.
• Residency: Students already studying in France at the Master's level are not eligible.
• First-time award: Applicants who have already received an Eiffel scholarship at the same level cannot reapply.

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship covers:

• A monthly stipend
• International travel
• Health insurance
• Cultural activities

This significantly reduces financial barriers for outstanding students who aspire to pursue higher education in France.

Deadline

The deadline for applications is January 8, 2026.