Top 8 Scholarship Programs in France

France has become one of the important study destinations for Arab students wishing to study abroad, especially from the Maghreb region, due to the spread of French as a second language in these countries. As well as the cost of studying is somewhat reasonable compared to the rest of the countries, as the tuition fees in public universities range from 200 to 600 euros annually. However, the costs of studying in private universities are much higher and may sometimes reach 10 thousand euros annually, as well as the cost of living, which may be very high, especially in Paris and major cities. If you are planning to study at a French university, and you are still confused about how to save on studying costs, be sure to read this article in its entirety. Where we have collected for you the most important scholarship programs in France, which will save you a lot of expenses, and guarantee you a special study experience in this wonderful country.

What are the most important scholarships in France?

Here is a list of the most important French scholarship programs for international students from all over the world:

1- Eiffel Excellence Scholarships

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program was developed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a way for French higher education institutions to attract the best international students to enroll in master’s and doctoral programs in France.

Benefits provided by the grant

• A financial amount of 1181 euros for master’s students and 1,400 euros for doctoral students.
• Covering return travel costs.
• Covering health insurance costs.
• Covering fees for various cultural activities.
• Additional accommodation allowance.

It is worth noting that this program does not cover tuition fees, but as explained above, the scholarship covers all remaining expenses.

2- École Normale Supérieure International Selection Scholarships

Each year ENS organizes an international selection process that allows approximately 30 outstanding international students to enter the school and enroll in one of its two to three year courses. Where students can choose between science or humanities courses.

Benefits provided by the grant

Winners of this scholarship receive a monthly allowance of €1,000 for two or three years, depending on the duration of the course they are enrolled in.

3- Ampere Scholarships for Excellence at the Ecole Normale Supérieure in Lyon

The Ecole Normale Supérieure de Lyon offers a range of scholarships to international students wishing to enroll in its master’s programs in the following areas:

• Exact sciences.
• Arts.
• Humanities and Social Sciences (except for the Professional Masters in Teaching).

Benefits provided by the grant

The winners of this scholarship receive a monthly allowance of 1,000 euros for a period of one year, with the possibility of renewal under certain conditions.

4- Emile Boutmy Scholarships at the Institut d’Etudes Politiques in Paris

Created and named after Emile Boutmy, founder of Sciences Po University in Paris, this scholarship program aims to attract the best international students from outside the European Union who are either enrolled or already enrolled in the institute, to study at this outstanding scientific institution. .

Benefits provided by the grant

• A financial grant of 5,000 – 10,000 euros for two years for postgraduate students.
• A financial grant ranging from 3000 – 12300 euros for 3 years for undergraduate students.

5- Paris-Saclay University Master’s Scholarships

Université Paris-Saclay offers a range of scholarships to international students wishing to obtain an International Master’s degree (a nationally recognized degree in France) at one of the university’s affiliated institutions.

Benefits provided by the grant

• €10,000 per year for the duration of the study.
• An additional €1,000 to cover travel and visa costs.

6- Grants of the Technology Foundation at the Grenoble Institute

The Grenoble Institute of Technology is a prestigious educational system in France. It consists of 6 engineering schools, all of which are located in Grenoble, France, except for the National High School for Advanced Systems and Networks located in Valence. The Institute offers a range of scholarships for international students wishing to enroll in one of its higher schools and enroll in the various engineering programs it provides.

Benefits provided by the grant

The value of the scholarship offered by the Institute is 5,000 euros per semester.

7- INSEAD MBA Scholarships

INSEAD is a French institute for higher studies in business administration with headquarters in Asia and the Middle East in addition to its headquarters in France. The Institute offers a limited number of Master’s degree scholarships in various fields of business and finance, which are highly competitive opportunities, and are awarded based on several criteria, including:

• physical need.
• Academic merit.
• nationality.
• Female scholarships.
• professional background.
• leadership capabilities.
• previous field of study.

It is worth noting that some scholarships may not be in France, but rather in one of the other headquarters of the Institute, so it is necessary to confirm the location of the scholarship before applying to it.

Benefits provided by the grant

The value of the scholarships offered by the institute ranges from $5,000 to $25,000 and varies according to the program and duration.

8- Scholarships of the Higher School of Commerce in Paris

HEC is one of the most prestigious business schools in the world, having been ranked among the best business schools in Europe for several years. It is regarded as the most prestigious school of commerce in France. The school offers many scholarships to international students from different countries and backgrounds. It is divided into several categories:

• Grants based on financial need.
• Academic merit scholarships.
• Other scholarships target specific groups of students.

Benefits provided by the grant

The value of the scholarships offered by the Higher School of Commerce ranges from 6000 to 24,000 euros, to cover the costs of studying at the school. This was a list of the most important scholarships and financial aid programs available to international students in prestigious universities and institutes in France, in which of these institutes would you like to study? Or are there other French universities that you seek to enroll in? Share your answers with us through the comments, and you can also register on our website to receive the latest grants offered by these institutions once the application is open, in addition to many other opportunities around the world.