How many scholarships are available for studying in France?

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What is the most prestigious scholarship for France?

For France, the headline awards are: Eiffel Excellence, Charpak + grande école merit aid. These are typically fully-funded — they cover tuition, monthly stipend, travel and visa fees — but acceptance rates are 1-3%. Pair them with university-level merit aid for a realistic funding portfolio.

When should I start applying for France scholarships?

Government scholarships for France usually open 9-12 months before the start of the academic year. University merit aid is decided alongside your admission decision, so apply for admission as early as possible (priority deadlines are typically December or January).

Scholarships to study in France

Eiffel Excellence, Charpak + grande école merit aid. Catalog is refreshing — try the live search shortly.

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Frequently asked questions about France scholarships

How many scholarships are available for studying in France?: We're refreshing the France scholarship catalog right now — try the live search at /student/scholarships in a few minutes, or sign in to be notified when new awards open.
What is the most prestigious scholarship for France?: For France, the headline awards are: Eiffel Excellence, Charpak + grande école merit aid. These are typically fully-funded — they cover tuition, monthly stipend, travel and visa fees — but acceptance rates are 1-3%. Pair them with university-level merit aid for a realistic funding portfolio.
When should I start applying for France scholarships?: Government scholarships for France usually open 9-12 months before the start of the academic year. University merit aid is decided alongside your admission decision, so apply for admission as early as possible (priority deadlines are typically December or January).