The University of Angers is accepting applications for the 2027 France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship, an opportunity for outstanding international students seeking to pursue master’s and doctoral studies in France.
The scholarship is funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and administered through Campus France. It aims to attract talented international students and prepare future leaders in academic, public, and private sectors.
Nigerian students and other eligible international applicants can be considered, provided they meet the university’s academic, age, and programme-specific requirements.
Scholarship Overview
– Host Institution: University of Angers
– Host Country: France
– Scholarship: France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship
– Study Levels: Master’s and PhD
– Eligible Applicants: International students
– Funding: Monthly allowance and other benefits
– Application Period: October 2026
– Master’s Application Deadline: November 15, 2026
– Doctoral Application: Through a prospective PhD supervisor
Benefits of the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
Successful candidates may receive the following benefits, depending on their study level and the applicable scholarship regulations:
– Monthly financial allowance.
– International travel support under the programme’s conditions.
– Assistance with international health insurance.
– Support with cultural activities.
– Access to certain housing assistance services.
– Additional services provided to Eiffel scholarship recipients.
The scholarship also provides an opportunity to study at a recognised French institution and develop international academic and professional connections.
Important: The Eiffel scholarship does not automatically cover university tuition fees. Tuition-related arrangements depend on the applicable programme rules and institutional conditions. Applicants should budget for expenses not covered by the award.
Available Fields of Study
The Eiffel programme supports master’s and doctoral studies in priority academic areas.
Science and Technology
– Biology and Health
– Ecological Transition
– Mathematics and Digital Sciences
– Engineering Sciences
Humanities and Social Sciences
– French History, Language and Civilisation
– Law and Political Science
– Economics and Management
At the University of Angers, eligible English-taught master’s programmes include:
– Law and Finance.
– Light, Molecules, Matter (LUMOMAT).
– Nanomedicines and Pharmaceutical Research and Development (Nanomed).
Other eligible programmes may be taught in French.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Master’s Applicants
– Be a foreign national.
– Have been born after March 31, 1997.
– Have excellent academic results and demonstrate strong academic potential.
– Be or have been a student at an international institution that partners with the University of Angers.
– Not be studying in France during the 2026–2027 academic year.
– Not already receive another French government scholarship, an Erasmus+ scholarship, or an Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie scholarship.
Doctoral Applicants
– Be a foreign national without French dual nationality.
– Have been born after March 31, 1991.
– Demonstrate excellent academic performance.
– Be currently engaged in university studies or doctoral research.
– Not already receive an incompatible French government, Erasmus+, or AUF scholarship.
Doctoral candidates currently studying in France may apply, although applicants based outside France receive priority.
Language Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the language requirements of their chosen programme.
– French-taught master’s programmes generally require B2 to C1 French proficiency.
– English-taught master’s programmes require at least B2 English proficiency.
Candidates should confirm the specific language requirements with their chosen academic department.
Required Documents
Applicants may be asked to provide:
– Updated academic CV.
– Academic transcripts.
– Degree certificates.
– Passport or valid identification document.
– Academic ranking or evidence of outstanding performance.
– Research proposal for doctoral applicants.
– Personal statement or study objectives.
– Language proficiency evidence, where applicable.
– Other documents requested by the university.
How to Apply for the University of Angers Eiffel Scholarship 2027
The application process is different from applying directly for an ordinary scholarship.
Master’s Application
1. Identify an eligible master’s programme at the University of Angers.
2. Confirm that your current or previous educational institution is an international partner of the university.
3. Contact the admissions office responsible for your chosen programme.
4. Request an eligibility assessment for the Eiffel Scholarship.
5. If eligible, the relevant department will provide the application form.
6. Complete the form and submit all required documents before the university’s deadline.
Doctoral Application
Doctoral applicants must identify a suitable research area and contact a potential thesis supervisor at the University of Angers.
The PhD supervisor must support the application and submit the nomination through the university’s official procedure. Students cannot submit doctoral Eiffel applications directly to Campus France.
Application Deadline
For the 2027 scholarship campaign:
– Master’s applicants: November 15, 2026.
– Doctoral applicants: Applications open from October 2026, with submission handled through the university’s doctoral application procedure.
The final deadline for doctoral nominations should be confirmed with the relevant University of Angers research department.
Conclusion
(Apply Now) The University of Angers Eiffel Excellence Scholarship 2027 offers outstanding international students an opportunity to pursue postgraduate education in France with substantial financial support.
Candidates interested in master’s or doctoral studies should identify an eligible programme, confirm their eligibility, and contact the appropriate university department before the application deadline.
The scholarship is highly competitive, so applicants should prepare strong academic documents and demonstrate excellent research or academic potential.