FranceEmile Boutmy Scholarship is awarded by Sciences Po to welcome top international students from outside the European Union by providing tuition exemptions or grants to support study at Sciences Po. The scholarship is linked to admission and must be requested during the Sciences Po application process.
The scholarship is funded through a dedicated Émile Boutmy fund supported by benefactors, companies and foundations including Chalhoub Group, Fondation Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart, L’Oréal and Michel David-Weill, and is administered by Sciences Po’s admissions and student services.
Emile Boutmy Scholarship Benefits
- The Émile Boutmy scholarship entitles students to either a total exemption or an exemption of €9,500 from tuition fees.
- The Émile Boutmy scholarship entitles the recipient to a €18,500 exemption from tuition fees for each of the two years of the Master’s programme.
- Scholarship recipients will retain their tuition fee grant during the year abroad (third year of the undergraduate programme).
- The Émile Boutmy scholarship is automatically renewed if the student chooses to continue their graduate studies at Sciences Po.
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Emile Boutmy Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- All international and Non-European students are welcomed to apply.
- An applicant must be medically fit.
- Candidates holding excellent academic grades will be prioritized.
- An applicant should mention the reason for scholarship in the application form of admission.
- Candidates applying for the undergraduate scholarship must have all previous academic transcripts and certificates.
- Candidates applying for the master’s scholarship must have a bachelor’s or equivalent degree, academic transcripts, and certificates.
- Students who have involved in social and community services activities would be prioritized.
How to Apply for Emile Boutmy Scholarship?
- Applicants must indicate that they are applying to the Émile Boutmy scholarship in the “Financial information” section of their Sciences Po application.
- Applicants from French secondary schools must contact the Admission Office by completing the provided online form once their application has been validated on Parcoursup.
- Master’s level applicants must attach, if applicable, their language test results and indicate the scholarship application in the “Financial information” section.
- Applicants who are on deferral cannot apply; requesting a deferral will result in loss of the scholarship if it was awarded upon admission.
- Only complete files submitted before the stated deadline will be taken into account; no application requests will be accepted after the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Émile Boutmy scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, application steps, and administrative procedures at Sciences Po.
Can I apply only for the Émile Boutmy scholarship without applying to Sciences Po?
No. You must apply for and be admitted to one of Sciences Po’s Bachelor or Master programmes for your Émile Boutmy scholarship application to be considered. The scholarship is linked to the admissions process and cannot be applied for independently of admission.
How do I indicate I want to apply for the Émile Boutmy scholarship?
Applicants via Sciences Po’s online platform must indicate they are applying for the Émile Boutmy scholarship in the “Financial information” section of their application. Applicants via Parcoursup must complete the specific online form provided by Sciences Po for French secondary school applicants.
Who is eligible to apply for the Émile Boutmy scholarship?
Eligible candidates are first-time applicants to Sciences Po from non-European Union states whose household does not file taxes within the EU, and who have been admitted to an undergraduate or Master’s programme. Specific exclusions include Swiss/Norwegian applicants and certain dual-degree or journalism programme applicants.
What does the scholarship cover and how long does it last?
For undergraduates the scholarship can be a total tuition exemption or a €9,500 tuition exemption. For Master’s students it entitles the recipient to a €18,500 tuition exemption per year for the two years of the Master’s programme. It is awarded for the years of study tied to the programme at admission.
Can I combine the Émile Boutmy scholarship with other scholarships?
The Émile Boutmy scholarship may not be combined with any other scholarship awarded by Sciences Po and its partners. It may, however, be combined with certain external scholarships such as Eiffel or French government scholarships, as indicated by Sciences Po.
What happens if I defer my admission after being awarded the scholarship?
If you have been granted the scholarship and decide to defer your admission, you will lose the Emile Boutmy scholarship. It is not possible to reapply for the scholarship the following year if you defer.
Are students already enrolled at Sciences Po eligible to apply?
No. To be eligible you must be a first-time applicant to Sciences Po. Current registered students cannot apply for the Émile Boutmy scholarship as the award is reserved for incoming students at the time of admission.
When must I provide language test results for my application?
You must provide any applicable language test results by the scholarship application deadline. Master’s applicants are specifically asked to attach language test results if applicable when indicating their scholarship application in the financial information section.
What are the deadlines for applying to the Émile Boutmy scholarship?
Deadlines published by Sciences Po include: undergraduate (applicants from foreign secondary schools) — January 13, 2027; undergraduate (applicants from French secondary schools) — April 1, 2027; master programme — 18 October (first committee) or 29 November (second committee), with committee result windows noted on the site.
How will I be informed if I received the scholarship?
Only admitted students have their Boutmy scholarship applications reviewed. Admission decisions are communicated first; scholarship results are generally published after each scholarship committee. If awarded, you must declare and upload your signed scholarship certificate during administrative registration.
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