FranceAssas Eiffel Scholarship supports international candidates for Master’s and doctoral studies at Université Paris-Panthéon-Assas; the Assas Eiffel Scholarship is available for the 2027–2028 academic session and provides living expense and transport coverage while excluding tuition. Applicants should prepare academic evidence, language proof, and a strong match between their project and the university’s programmes.
The scholarship is administered by Université Paris-Panthéon-Assas under the France Excellence Eiffel programme. Assas evaluates and endorses candidate dossiers for the national Eiffel award while applicants must also follow the university’s admission procedures and confirm any program-specific fees or requirements directly with the institution.
Assas Eiffel Scholarship Benefits
- Eiffel does not cover training costs; however, it does cover living expenses and transportation.
- Qualifying national diplomas at qualified public institutions are exempt from registration fees.
- Before accepting the award as a complete budget, find out from Assas what charges are still outstanding for your specific program.
- For M1 entry, master’s financing is valid for up to 24 months; for M2 entry, it is valid for 12 months.
- Typically, 12-, 18-, or 36-month agreements are used for doctoral funding.
- Doctoral stays of up to six months are mentioned; national regulations separate six-month minimum segments from typical award lengths.
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Assas Eiffel Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for master’s degrees who are presently enrolled in French courses are not eligible.
- A foreign qualification equal to 180 ECTS must be finished or in the process of being completed in order to be eligible for M1.
- Assas accepts certain proof of French study or a French diploma as an alternative to its language certificate.
- Some previous Eiffel master’s recipients are allowed to apply for doctoral funding under the national guide, but they are not eligible for the 36-month route.
- Eiffel cannot be combined with another French state scholarship, and numerous institutional nominations result in rejection.
- In addition to meeting the age and study-location requirements for your level, you must be a foreign national; dual-national French citizens are not included.
- For master’s candidates, the published birth-date cutoff is after March 31, 1997; for doctorate candidates, it is after March 31, 1991.
How to Apply for Assas Eiffel Scholarship
- Access the official Assas Eiffel announcement, together with the candidate commitment charter and associated attachments.
- Examine the thesis proposal, external expert evaluation, expert CV, financing strategy, and supervision materials in the 2027 Eiffel application guide.
- Request that Assas reconcile any discrepancies between the national guide and its checklist and refer to your program instructions and Assas’s admissions guidelines.
- Send enquiries for program-list clarification and directions to Christel Vallantin at christel.vallantin@assas-universite.fr (note: this email is not the case submission channel).
- Respond to Assas’s next-stage queries and get confirmation of nomination if your dossier is accepted while continuing with admissions plans.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Assas Eiffel Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, required documents, and how to apply for the 2027–2028 awards.
What levels of study does the Assas Eiffel Scholarship support?
The Assas Eiffel Scholarship supports Master’s and doctoral studies at Université Paris-Panthéon-Assas for the 2027–2028 academic session. The announcement explicitly lists Master’s and Doctoral degree levels and instructs applicants to align requested financing periods and research arrangements with their chosen degree and the university’s expectations.
What does the scholarship cover and what is excluded?
The Eiffel award does not cover training costs but covers living expenses and transportation. Qualifying national diplomas at qualified public institutions are exempt from registration fees. Applicants are advised to confirm with Assas which specific program charges, if any, remain outstanding before accepting the award as a complete budget.
Who is eligible to apply for the Assas Eiffel Scholarship?
Eligibility includes foreign nationals (dual-national French citizens are excluded) who meet age and study-location requirements. Master’s applicants must hold or be completing a foreign qualification equal to 180 ECTS for M1 entry. Additional conditions include language proof alternatives accepted by Assas and restrictions on previous Eiffel recipients and combining Eiffel with other French state scholarships.
Is there an application deadline and what is it?
Yes. The last date to apply for the Paris-Panthéon-Assas Eiffel Scholarship 2027 is 5 November 2026 at 15:00 Paris time. Applicants should prepare their dossiers in advance and ensure institutional nomination and national submission timelines are both respected to avoid confusion between university and national deadlines.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include the completed application form, academic transcripts, degree certificates, a career plan, a signed charter, language evidence, a CV or résumé, a valid passport, and other relevant supporting documents. Doctoral applicants should also prepare thesis proposals, external expert evaluations, expert CVs, financing strategies, and supervision materials as specified in the application guide.
How do I apply or get more information from Assas?
Applicants should access the official Assas Eiffel announcement and the candidate commitment charter with attachments. For program-list clarification and directions, contact Christel Vallantin at christel.vallantin@assas-universite.fr, noting that this email is not the case submission channel. Follow Assas’s admissions guidelines and respond to any next-stage queries for nomination confirmation.
Can Eiffel funding be combined with other scholarships?
No. The Eiffel scholarship cannot be combined with another French state scholarship according to the notice. The national guide and institutional rules may also restrict multiple nominations; applicants should verify potential conflicts before applying to avoid rejection due to overlapping funding sources.
Are there age restrictions for applicants?
Yes. The announcement specifies birth-date cutoffs: for master’s candidates the published cutoff is after March 31, 1997, and for doctorate candidates it is after March 31, 1991. Applicants should check their eligibility against these dates and the national guide before preparing their dossier.
What are typical funding durations for master’s and doctoral awards?
For master’s financing, M1 entry funding is valid for up to 24 months and M2 entry for 12 months. Doctoral funding typically uses 12-, 18-, or 36-month agreements. The national rules mention doctoral stays of up to six months and separate minimum segments; applicants should verify the suggested timetable with Assas for their specific case.
Does a strong academic transcript guarantee an Eiffel award?
No. While a strong transcript is important, the announcement cautions that it does not replace language requirements or ensure admission. Admission follows the university’s process and Assas must endorse the Eiffel candidacy; the scholarship dossier does not substitute for the entrance application. Applicants should ensure both admission requirements and Eiffel dossier elements are fulfilled.
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