FranceLille Eiffel Scholarship 2027 supports international candidates for doctoral mobility; Lille Eiffel Scholarship enables funding for PhD stays of 12, 18 or 36 months depending on entry year and supervision arrangements.
The scholarship is promoted via the University of Lille’s EGSESAM graduate school and coordinated with Campus France and the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. Applications require institutional review and supervisor endorsement through the school’s submission procedures.
Lille Eiffel Scholarship Benefits
- Living support: €2,000 per month, with travel and insurance services under Eiffel rules.
- Housing assistance does not mean free rent.
- While fee exemptions and remaining expenses must be verified independently, Eiffel offers a living allowance and supporting services.
- Subject to program requirements, the doctoral allowance is accompanied by insurance, domestic and international transportation assistance, and help finding housing.
- For qualifying national diplomas at qualified public universities, holders of French government scholarships are not required to pay registration fees.
- There are no extra training costs for Eiffel. Request written confirmation from Lille on the exemption that applies to your PhD and any outstanding fees.
- Create a budget for your first arrival costs, a housing deposit, and rent. Additionally, demonstrate how the remainder of the PhD will be paid for in the event of a shorter research stay.
- While a 12-month scholarship is a significant amount of assistance, it is hardly three years of funding.
- Eiffel cannot be paired with an Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie scholarship, Erasmus+, or another French government scholarship. Eiffel status is also incompatible with a salaried doctoral contract. Before suggesting a combination, have Lille examine your current funds.
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Lille Eiffel Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a foreign national born after March 31, 1991.
- Must have a doctoral project in economics or management that meets the call’s requirements.
- Priority is given to applicants currently studying outside France.
- Must meet Lille’s language proficiency requirements for the intended programme.
- Must meet the applicable PhD-year and supervision requirements for the chosen funding period.
- Must disclose any previous Eiffel Scholarship application or award.
- Previous Eiffel doctoral scholarship recipients are not eligible to receive another doctoral award.
- Applicants whose previous doctoral Eiffel application was unsuccessful cannot reapply at the same study level.
- Former Eiffel Master’s scholarship recipients may be eligible for doctoral funding, but not for the 36-month funding option.
Required Documents
- Completed Application Form
- Academic Transcript
- Degree Certificate
- CV or resume
- Valid Passport
- Reference Letter
- Cover letter
- Recommendation Letter
- Writting Sample
- Other Relevant Supporting Documents
How to Apply for Lille Eiffel Scholarship
- Check eligibility: Review the eligibility criteria, eligible research fields, and funding options on the official Lille EGSESAM website.
- Complete the application form: Fill out the official candidature form linked on the announcement page.
- Obtain the required approval: Doctoral applicants must receive the Graduate School Director’s opinion on their application.
- Complete the declaration: Fill out and sign the required honour declaration to prevent duplicate applications.
- Submit your application: Send your application file to the doctoral school by November 13, 2026, the deadline specified by Lille EGSESAM.
- Check the official programme details: Visit the Campus France Eiffel Scholarship website for additional information.
Important: This is an institutional selection process. Applicants should follow Lille EGSESAM’s instructions and deadline rather than assuming they can apply directly to Campus France.
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Friday, 13 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Lille Eiffel Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, submission requirements, and where to get more information.
What is the Lille Eiffel Scholarship for doctoral candidates?
The Lille Eiffel Scholarship is a France Excellence Eiffel call coordinated by Campus France and announced via the University of Lille’s EGSESAM. It funds doctoral mobility and offers different funding durations (36, 18 or 12 months) depending on the candidate’s entry year and supervision arrangement.
Who can apply to the Doctoral Eiffel call at University of Lille?
The call targets international students proposing a doctoral project in eligible fields (Economics and Management as listed). Priority is given to students currently studying abroad rather than residents of France, and candidates must meet the age criterion stated for the doctoral volet.
Are there age restrictions for the Doctoral Eiffel applicants?
Yes. For the Doctoral volet, candidates must have been born after 31/03/1991, as specified by the University of Lille announcement. This eligibility condition must be verified by applicants before preparing their file.
What funding durations are available under the Eiffel Doctoral funding?
The program finances mobility as follows: 36 months for entry in the 1st year of a doctorate for primo-arrivants (without cotutelle), or 12 or 18 months for entry in the 2nd or 3rd year in the context of a cotutelle or co-supervision, as described in the announcement.
Which research domains are eligible for Lille’s call?
The University of Lille announcement specifies eligible domains in the humanities and social sciences sector: Economics and Management (Economie Gestion). Applicants should ensure their proposed doctoral project aligns with these domains.
How must I submit my application to EGSESAM / University of Lille?
Proposals must be submitted using the provided application form and require the mandatory opinion (avis obligatoire) of the Director of the Graduate School for the Doctoral volet. Prepare the institutional file as requested so the school can review and, if appropriate, nominate you to Campus France.
Are there documents I must complete to avoid double applications?
Yes. An attestation sur l’honneur (signed declaration) must be completed and signed by the candidate to avoid double-candidatures. Follow the school’s instructions and include the signed attestation with your submission.
Where can I find the official Eiffel program information?
The University of Lille page links to the Campus France Eiffel program page for full details: https://www.campusfrance.org/fr/le-programme-de-bourses-france-excellence-eiffel. Consult that official page for national rules and complete program documentation.
Does the University of Lille handle the nomination to Campus France?
Yes. The institution reviews candidate files, secures supervisor agreement and the Graduate School’s endorsement; Lille then decides whether to submit the candidacy to Campus France. Direct submission to the national portal is not the institutional application route.
What is the application deadline for this call?
The University of Lille announcement did not include a deadline on its news page. supplementary listing indicates the last date to apply is 13 November 2026; applicants should confirm the deadline with EGSESAM or the Campus France Eiffel page before preparing their file.
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