Dreaming of dwelling in France? The gates have swung open for the ten most coveted scholarships for the spring 2026 intake. Whether you are an ambitious engineer, a visionary artist, or a rising corporate strategist, France is extending fully funded pathways to Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees for the academic cycle of 2026–2027. And if that is not enough, glance toward the NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship 2026—bestowing a stipend of $60,000 upon chosen scholars.
Details:
| Institute: | French Universities |
| Degree Level: | Bachelors, Masters, PhD |
| Scholarship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | France |
| Last Date: | January 2026 |
Contrary to common belief, life in France need not drain your coffers—especially with the cushion of scholarship support. Adding to the allure, the French government has streamlined the student visa process, smoothing the way for international aspirants. From philosophy to haute couture, the hallowed halls of Grandes Écoles and world-acclaimed universities stand ready to cultivate tomorrow’s pioneers. Below unfolds the tapestry of opportunities, each with its opening and closing timelines.
Tokyo Metropolitan University Scholarship in Japan (Fully Funded) 2026
1. Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme
An emblem of prestige, the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship caters to distinguished fields such as science and engineering.
Opens: October 2025
Closes: January 2026
Level: Master’s, PhD
Apply: France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship Program
2. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees
A globe-spanning initiative covering tuition, travel, and sustenance for scholars journeying across borders.
Opens: October 2025
Closes: March 2026
Level: Master’s
Visit Here to Apply:Â Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
3. Ampère Excellence Scholarships
At ENS de Lyon, brilliance in science and the arts is rewarded with tuition remission and a monthly stipend.
Opens: November 2025
Closes: January 2026
Level: Master’s
Visit Here to Apply: Ampère Excellence Scholarships
4. Emile Boutmy Scholarship
A merit-centered award designed for outstanding international students.
Opens: October 2025
Closes: December 2025 – January 2026
Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s
Apply: Emile Boutmy Scholarship
5. Université Paris-Saclay International Master’s Scholarships
Provides tuition support coupled with a living allowance for global learners.
Opens: October 2025
Closes: Varies by program (November 2025 – January 2026)
Level: Master’s
Apply: Université Paris-Saclay International Master’s Scholarships
Medical University of Graz PhD Scholarship (Fully Funded) 2025
6. ENS International Selection Scholarships
A pathway to excellence offering tuition coverage and a monthly allowance.
Opens: November 2025
Closes: January 2026
Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s
Visit Here to Apply:Â ENS International Selection Scholarships
7. HEC Paris MBA Scholarships
One of the world’s premier business schools offers rolling admissions with varied deadlines.
Opens: September 2025 – May 2026
Level: MBA
Visit Here to Apply:Â HEC Paris MBA Scholarship
8. SMARTS-UP Scholarships – Université Paris Cité
A fixed award directed at international students joining Université Paris Cité.
Opens: November 2025
Closes: January 2026
Level: Master’s
Visit Here to Apply:Â SMARTS-UP Scholarships
Skoll MBA Scholarships in UK at University of Oxford [Fully Funded] 2026
9. ICP Connect Scholarships
Dedicated to rural development disciplines, covering tuition, travel, and maintenance.
Opens: October 2025
Closes: January 2026
Level: Master’s
Visit Here to Apply:Â ICP Connect Scholarships
10. French Government Scholarships for International Students
A nationwide program offering fee waivers and stipends of varying scales, dependent on program and embassy.
Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Visit Here to Apply:Â French Government Scholarships
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarships in Qatar [Fully Funded]
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Other Opportunities Mentioned:
- University of Osaka MEXT Scholarship in Japan (Fully Funded) 2025-26
- University of Palermo Scholarship in Italy 2025-26
- Sabanci University Scholarships in Turkey 2025-26 [Fully Funded]
- Glasgow Caledonian University UK Moffat Scholarship 2025-26
- Australian National University Scholarships 2025-26
- Fully Funded Texas A&M University Scholarships in USA
- Stanford University Scholarships in USA 2025-26
- Fully Funded Finland Government Scholarships
- HAW Hamburg Scholarships in Germany
- Lancaster University Scholarships in UK [Fully Funded] 2025-26
- NRF-DAAD In-Country Scholarship Fully Funded Master’s and PhD Study in South Africa
- Lester B Pearson Scholarship in Canada (Fully Funded) 2026