FAQs France Excellence EIFEL scholarship program for international students

The French government has announced the France Excellence EIFEL scholarship program for international students. Candidates who want to pursue their master’s and postgraduate degrees in France can apply for this scholarship. Students face some queries regarding the EIFEL scholarships. so, here are some of the frequently asked questions about French government scholarships.

FAQs

  1. Who can apply for this scholarship?

All international candidates can apply for the scholarship. There is no specific criteria for any country.

  • Who is funding this scholarship?

It is funded and organized by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.

  • Is this a need-based scholarship or merit-based?

It is a merit-based scholarship and selects only the talented and outstanding students.

  • Are there any English language requirements?

It is important to be fluent and proficient in English language.

  • What is the duration of the language training program?

The normal duration of the French language training program is 2 months.

  • Is a language training program a part of the scholarship? 

It’s the part of the full course for the scholarship. The course fees is not paid by the scholarship amount. However, if the course is mentioned in the application, then the duration of the overall scholarship period will be increased by 2 months.

  • What is Campus France?

Campus France is a French agency. It is responsible for

  • Promotion of higher education
  • International students service
  • International mobility
  • Which universities are hosting the scholarship?

Almost all the French institutes from the public and private sectors are the hosts for France Excellence EIFEL scholarship.

  • What is the degree level and duration of Eiffel scholarships?

The scholarship is available for the standard duration of the degrees. Ie.

  • Masters 1 level needs 2 years
  • Masters 2 level needs 1 year
  • Engineering degree yields 3 years
  • PhD degree can take a period of 6 to 36 months.

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  1. Which subjects and courses are taught in the scholarship program?

There is a variety of courses that are taught in the scholarship program.

For Science and Technology:

  • Biology and Health
  • Ecological Transition
  • Mathematics and Digital
  • Engineering Sciences

For Humanities and Social Sciences:

  • History, French language, and civilization
  • Law and political science
  • Economics and management
  1. What amount is given to the scholarship holders as a monthly allowance?

The master’s students can get a monthly allowance of €1,181. The PhD students can get a greater amount of €1,800.

  1. How can I get the payment of the French government t scholarship?

The allowance is transferred to the students on monthly basis. It will be received via wire-transfer on a French account.

  1. I don’t have a French bank account. Is there any other way?

No, there is no other way for payment. You have to open a  French account in the bank at the start of the academic year.

  1. What is the bank account number to receive the scholarship?

The bank account number (IBAN, BIC) must be communicated to Campus France.

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  1. What facilities are provided by the France Excellence EIFEL scholarship program?
  2. Monthly allowance; which is different for masters and PhD program.
  3. Accommodation facilities
  4. Housing allowance, if you are living in the private house.
  5. Health insurance
  6. International round-trip ticket
  7. Cultural activities like weekend trips, sports, shows and events.
  1. Are there any internship opportunities under this scholarship?

Yes, an internship is an integral part of the EIFFL scholarship.

  1. How can I contact the campus France in case of any query?

You can contact the campus in France at the email of candidatures.eiffel@campusfrance.org.

  1. How can I apply for the scholarship?

You just have to contact the campus France or embassy to get the details. After this reach out to the university to get the details. Submit the specific application given to you. French institution will submit your application to the campus France for approval.

  1. Will I have to submit the application form to the campus France?

No, you don’t have to submit the application form to the campus France. If done, the application will be ineligible.

  • If I don’t want to live in the university residency, will I be able to get the housing fund?

Yes, you will be able to get the housing fund if you are living in private rental housing.

  • How can I get the housing funds?

Just send an application to the campus in France regarding the condition. You also have to send a rent installment letter for the first month I the CAMPUS FRANCE.

  • What is the official website of France Excellence EIFEL scholarship program?

The official website of the EIFEL scholarship.