Eligible programs

A degree-awarding Master’s program taught at a French higher education institution (public or private), in academic disciplines only. 

Key points to remember regarding eligibility:

  • Language of instruction: English, French, or both
    • Online tools for finding English-taught Master’s programs are available in the Other Resources section
  • Level of study: Master’s degree (full-time)
    • Dual-degree and joint Master’s programs with foreign higher education institutions are ineligible, even if one of the higher education institutions in charge is French
  • Fields of study: all academic disciplines
    • Vocational and technical disciplines such as culinary arts and fashion design are ineligible
  • Duration: Two -year Master’s program (24 months, including the mandatory internship period)
    • Program start date: September 2020
    • Program end date: August 2022
  • Location: at a French higher education institution in France
    • Foreign higher education institutions based in France are not eligible for this scholarship
    • Master’s programs taught at international campuses of French higher education institutions are likewise ineligible
    • Any period spent outside France during the academic year (such as semester or year abroad) will not be covered by this scholarship