University of Orléans Eiffel Scholarship 2027 in France

Planning to study in France at the University of Orléans in 2027? International students can apply for a university nomination for the France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship. This scholarship award supports eligible master’s and doctoral studies. In this funding program, student will receive a monthly allowance, travel and insurance. Currently, Orléans University lists two eligible English-taught master’s programs. The other listed master’s programs require proof of French proficiency. In this guide, we’ll explain what the scholarship covers, who can apply, which documents you need and how to submit your application to Orléans.

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Benefits of the University of Orléans Eiffel Scholarship

The Eiffel Scholarship combines a monthly living allowance with travel, insurance and other support. Here is what you can receive under the 2027 award terms.

• Master’s allowance - €1,200 per month.
• PhD allowance - €2,000 per month.
• Travel support - Eligible international and domestic journeys under Campus France’s travel rules.
• Health insurance - Temporary coverage through Campus France while you arrange French social security registration, where applicable.
• Housing assistance - Help finding accommodation. Include rent and any deposit in your budget.
• Cultural activities - Access to activities offered through Campus France.

How Long Does Eiffel Funding Last?

• First-year master’s entry (M1) - Up to 24 months.
• Second-year master’s entry (M2) - Up to 12 months.
• Eligible engineering programs - Up to 36 months.
• Doctoral study - Orléans describes a 36-month route for eligible first-year PhD candidates. Eligible joint-supervision applicants can receive 6 to 18 months, depending on their enrollment year.

Tuition and Registration Fees

French government scholarship holders may qualify for a tuition or registration-fee exemption when enrolling in an eligible national degree or accredited engineering degree at a qualifying public institution. Ask Orléans to confirm the exemption and any remaining charges for your program.

The Campus France benefits and fee rules explain how the allowance and services work.

Eligibility Criteria for the Orléans Eiffel Scholarship

Before preparing your application, check that you meet the scholarship rules and the admission requirements for your chosen program.

• Nationality - You must be a foreign national. Applicants with dual nationality that includes French citizenship are ineligible.
• Age limit for master’s applicants - For the 2027 campaign, you must have been born after March 31, 1997.
• Age limit for PhD applicants - For the 2027 campaign, you must have been born after March 31, 1991.
• Where you study - Master’s applicants must currently study outside France. Doctoral applicants studying abroad receive priority.
• Current funding - Applicants already receiving another French government scholarship are ineligible.
• Academic record - Academic excellence is the main selection criterion. For a master’s application, prepare your transcripts and evidence of your class ranking.
• University nomination - Apply through Orléans and arrange a single Eiffel nomination. Duplicate nominations from different institutions lead to rejection.

Check the university’s official Eiffel eligibility rules for your route before submitting.

Eligible Degree Programs and Required Documents

Start with the official Orléans list of eligible degree programs for the 2027-2028 campaign. Check the teaching language, entry year and prerequisites for the program you want.

English-Taught Master’s Programs

• International Economics - Available for M1 and M2 entry.
• Languages, Business and International Management - Available for M1 and M2 entry.

Check your chosen program page for the proof of English it accepts.

French-Taught Master’s and Engineering Programs

The university requires proof of at least B2 French for the French-taught options. Examples from the eligible list include the following.

• Law and economics - Civil and Judicial Law, Public Law and Litigation, and Applied Econometrics and Statistics.
• Humanities and languages - History, Literature, and Language Sciences.
• Science and computing - Computer Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Molecular Chemistry, and Life Sciences.
• Geography and environment - Water, Local and Solidarity-Based Sustainable Development, and Risks and Environment.
• Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering, Physical Engineering and Embedded Systems, and Materials, Mechanics and Mechatronics.

Documents for a Master’s Application

Orléans asks you to combine the supporting documents into one PDF and submit the completed Eiffel form as a separate file.

• CV - Include your education and relevant experience.
• Cover letter - Explain your professional plans and how the program fits them.
• Transcripts - Provide results from the last three years and official translations where needed.
• Class ranking - Include evidence for at least your most recent year. Ask the Eiffel office what it can accept if your institution cannot provide a ranking.
• French proficiency - Add B2 evidence for a French-taught program.
• Eiffel application form - Complete the university’s form and attach it separately.

“Use our motivation letter guide to connect your academic background with your chosen program and career goals.”

How to Apply Through the University of Orléans

Master’s Application Steps

1. Confirm your program - Use the official Orléans Eiffel procedure page and check that your program appears on the eligible list.
2. Prepare the two files - Combine your supporting documents into one PDF and complete the separate Eiffel application form. Name your files as instructed on the university page.
3. Email your application - Send both files in one message to the Orléans Eiffel office. Copy the subject line format shown on the university’s application page.
4. Follow the nomination instructions - If Orléans supports your application, the university will guide you through the Campus France dossier and submit the nomination.

If you also want to be considered for a place separately from Eiffel, complete the regular international admissions process before your course deadline.

PhD Application Steps

1. Identify a supervisor - Find an Orléans research team that matches your doctoral topic and discuss whether a supervisor can support your application.
2. Confirm your funding route - First-year doctoral entry and joint-supervision applications follow different rules. Ask your supervisor to confirm the applicable timetable.
3. Arrange the nomination - Your supporting supervisor contacts the Orléans Eiffel office to take the application forward.

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University of Orléans Eiffel Scholarship Deadline

For the 2027 intake, the university lists November 13, 2026, at 23:59 France time (UTC+1) as its internal closing date. Master’s applicants should submit the complete file by that cutoff.

Orléans gives first-year doctoral candidates a separate instruction to find a supervisor before December 4, 2026. Contact the Eiffel office early and have your supervisor confirm the submission date for your doctoral route, since the page also lists the November closing date.

Campus France’s January 6, 2027 deadline is for university submissions. Results are expected from April 12, 2027. Refer to the national Eiffel campaign calendar and Orléans’ own application instructions before submitting.