France Embassy Announces 2025/2026 Scholarship Opportunity for Nigerian Students to Study in France
The Embassy of France has recently launched its scholarship program for the 2025/2026 academic year. This scholarship targets students eager to pursue a Master’s degree in Management at a French public university. The opportunity is ideal for those looking to advance their education in a vibrant European environment.
Scholarship Coverage and Benefits
Successful applicants will enjoy several benefits that ease their study experience in France:
- Monthly Stipend: The scholarship includes a monthly allowance to help cover living expenses.
- Travel Costs: Funds are available to cover the round-trip travel expenses from Nigeria to France.
- Health Insurance: Scholarship recipients will receive comprehensive health insurance throughout their stay in France.
- Housing Assistance: Help with finding suitable and affordable student housing is part of the scholarship package.
However, candidates should be aware that the scholarship does not cover tuition and registration fees, which are capped at €4,000 annually. This means students will be responsible for paying their academic fees.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be under 30 years old.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or a Higher National Diploma in Management.
- Have completed National Service (NYSC) or an equivalent requirement.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance, preferably with a First Class or Second Class Upper degree.
- Be committed to starting a Master’s program in France in 2025/2026.
- French language skills are not mandatory, making the scholarship open to students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must follow a specific application process via the Études en France (EEF) platform. The application involves several key steps:
- Create an Account: Register on the Études en France platform to start the application.
- Prepare Documents: Required documents include:
- A valid international passport (minimum of two years validity).
- A detailed CV.
- A personal statement outlining academic and career goals.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate or its equivalent.
- Undergraduate transcripts.
- NYSC certificate or equivalent.
- A recommendation letter from a university professor is optional but recommended.
- University Applications: Candidates must apply to a maximum of seven French public universities or Institutes of Business Administration (IAE).
Applicants can find step-by-step video guides on the Campus France website to assist them through the process.
Application Timeline
Below is the key timeline for the scholarship application:
- 1st December 2024: Application deadline via the EEF platform.
- 8th January 2025: Academic interviews start in Lagos and Abuja.
- 25th February 2025: Last date for payment of Campus France interview fees.
- 15th March 2025: Deadline for all interviews.
- April 2025: Applications forwarded to selected institutions for review.
- 30th April 2025: Institutions finalize their decisions.
- 1st May 2025: Students select their preferred institution.
- May – June 2025: Final interviews for scholarship recipients.
- July 2025: Visa application process begins.
- September/October 2025: Start of the academic year in France.
For additional details and to begin the application, visit the official Campus France portal.
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