France Excellence PhD Scholarships 2025-2026 [Study In France]

The Consulate General of France in Jerusalem has announced the 2025-2026 France Excellence PhD Scholarships, offering a prestigious opportunity for Palestinian students to pursue doctoral studies in France. This scholarship program is designed to foster academic exchange and research excellence across disciplines, emphasizing gender equality and co-funding initiatives.

Fact About The France Excellence PhD Scholarship

1. Fully-Funded Opportunity: The France Excellence PhD Scholarship covers all tuition fees, living expenses, and even travel costs, making it a fully-funded opportunity for Palestinian students to pursue their doctoral dreams in France.
2. €1,690 Monthly Stipend: Scholars receive a generous monthly stipend of €1,690 to cover living expenses in France, ensuring they focus on their research without financial worries.
3. Global Academic Exchange: This scholarship fosters academic exchange between Palestine and France, promoting cross-cultural understanding and research collaboration.
4. No Language Barriers: Although French language proficiency is required, the scholarship provides free online French language lessons to help scholars improve their language skills.
5. Diverse Disciplines: The France Excellence PhD Scholarship supports research across all disciplines, from sciences and engineering to humanities and social sciences.
6. Gender Equality Emphasis: The program prioritizes gender equality, encouraging female scholars to apply and promoting women’s empowerment in research and academia.
7. No Visa Fees: Scholarship recipients are exempt from French visa fees, streamlining their application process.
8. Comprehensive Health Coverage: Scholars receive health and liability insurance throughout their study period, ensuring their well-being and safety.
9. Exclusive Accommodation Assistance: Campus France provides personalized accommodation assistance to help scholars find housing in France.
10. Career-Boosting Opportunities: By studying in France, scholars gain international recognition, access to renowned research institutions, and career-boosting opportunities in their chosen field.

Rewards For France Excellence PhD Scholarships 2025-2026

Awardees will receive the following financial and academic support:

• Monthly Stipend: €1,690 to cover living expenses in France.
• Travel Support: Round-trip airfare and in-country transportation.
• Health Coverage: Health and liability insurance throughout the study period.
• Accommodation Assistance: Campus France will help scholars find housing.
• Visa Fee Waivers: Scholarship recipients are exempt from French visa fees.
• Tuition Fees: National university tuition covered at institutions recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education.

In addition, the scholarship provides free online French language lessons, although beneficiaries should budget for additional costs not covered by the stipend, such as family travel or specific research expenses.

Eligibility Criteria For France Excellence PhD Scholarships 2025-2026

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Nationality and Residency: Must be a Palestinian national and/or educated at a Palestinian institution, with permanent residence in the West Bank, Jerusalem, or Gaza.
• Academic Qualifications: Hold a master’s degree (or be in the final year of a master’s program).
• Language Proficiency: At least B2 level in French or English, depending on the thesis language.
• Admission: A confirmed or pre-admission letter from a recognized French doctoral school.
• Academic Coherence: A clear research plan that aligns with professional goals.

Note: French-Palestinian dual nationals are not eligible, and candidates currently in exile must present proof of residence prior to departure.

How To Apply For France Excellence PhD Scholarships 2025-2026

To apply, prospective candidates need to secure a thesis advisor and pre-admission at a French doctoral school. The application, submitted via email by January 6, 2025, should include:

• Passport copy
• Admission/pre-admission letter from the doctoral school
• Thesis project outline
• Academic transcripts and diplomas
• Cover letter and CV
• Proof of residence (if applicable)

Deadline

• Application Deadline: January 6, 2025
• Evaluation Period: January to March 2025
• Interview Round: April 2025
• Final Results: May 2025
• Program Start: October 2025.