Are you dreaming of earning a master’s degree in France at one of Europe’s top research institutions?

Study in France with €10,000 Annual Funding

Are you dreaming of earning a master’s degree in France at one of Europe’s top research institutions?

The International Master’s Scholarships Program 2026 at Université Paris‑Saclay is now open for outstanding international students. This prestigious scholarship supports talented candidates enrolling in master’s programs across its affiliated institutions and is especially designed for students aiming to pursue a PhD after graduation.

If you are academically strong, globally minded, and research-driven — this opportunity could fund your master’s journey in France.

About Université Paris-Saclay

Université Paris‑Saclay is one of France’s leading research universities, bringing together elite institutions and grandes écoles.

The scholarship applies to students enrolling in master’s programs within affiliated institutions such as:

• AgroParisTech
• CentraleSupélec
• ENS Paris‑Saclay
• INSTN‑CEA
• IOGS
• Université Évry Paris‑Saclay
• UVSQ

All academic master’s programs are eligible except vocational/apprenticeship tracks (“formations en apprentissage”).

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Université Paris-Saclay International Master’s Scholarships 2026, applicants must:

• Be of foreign nationality
• Be enrolling in France for the first time (excluding exchange programs, Erasmus Mundus joint degrees without a French degree, internships, or language programs)
• Be under 30 years old in the year of application
• Not receive other funding exceeding €600 per month
• Not combine this scholarship with:
  • France Excellence Eiffel
  • France Excellence Europa
  • Erasmus Mundus scholarships
• Be admitted into a Master’s (M1 or M2) program at Université Paris-Saclay

🔎 Note:
M1 scholarship recipients automatically continue funding into M2 if they successfully complete required credits.

🕊 Special Support for Refugee Students

The program includes a bonus system for refugee students or those under subsidiary protection, implemented in collaboration with:

• UNHCR
• MEnS

Applicants must indicate their status in their statement of purpose.

Scholarship Benefits

The Université Paris-Saclay scholarship provides comprehensive financial support:

• €10,000 per year
  • Paid monthly from September to June
• Travel and visa support up to €900 per year
  • Amount depends on country of origin
• Administrative assistance for:
  • Visa procedures
  • Accommodation search

⚠ Important:

• Payments are made after arrival and registration in France
• No advance payments are provided
• Funding is reduced for months spent abroad (mobility programs or internships outside affiliated labs)

This support allows students to focus fully on academics and research without financial strain.

Eligible Fields of Study

All academic master’s programs are eligible, including:

• Engineering
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Economics
• Humanities
• Research-focused interdisciplinary programs

Students intending to pursue a PhD after their master’s are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Process (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Apply to a Master’s Program

You must first apply and gain admission into a master’s program at Université Paris-Saclay.

Late master’s applications will not be considered for the scholarship.

Step 2: Selection by Course Coordinators

• Coordinators review admitted students.
• Selected candidates receive an email invitation with a link to apply for the scholarship.
• References (professor, course coordinator, or internship supervisor) may be requested.
• Candidates receive confirmation of reference submission but cannot view recommendation content.

Step 3: Selection by Scholarship Jury

Applications are reviewed by a jury from the graduate schools.

Evaluation criteria include:

• Academic excellence
• Personal project clarity
• Motivation to pursue a PhD (especially for M2 applicants)

📌 Decisions are confidential and final.

Important Dates – 2026

• Candidate selection by master’s coordinators:
   Wednesday, 25 March 2026 – 11:59 PM (Paris time)
• Scholarship application & reference deadline:
  Tuesday, 31 March 2026 – 11:59 PM
• Publication of results:
   Mid-May 2026

Why This Scholarship Matters

For international students — especially those from Africa, Asia, and emerging economies — studying in France at a top-tier research university can be life-changing.

This program:

• Encourages global academic mobility
• Supports research-driven students
• Reduces financial barriers
• Opens pathways to PhD studies in Europe

If your goal is to pursue graduate research in Europe and build a global academic career, this scholarship is a powerful stepping stone.