Nigerian students who want to study for a master’s degree at a prestigious French university are now eligible to apply for the Excellence Masters Scholarships 2026–2027. This completely supported program provides a remarkable opportunity to further your study in France.
The scholarship is managed through the French Embassy and Campus France Nigeria and is funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the French Ministry for Higher Education and Research. Candidates must carefully read over, fulfill, and adhere to all eligibility conditions as well as the application instructions provided in the official call in order to be eligible.
Country: France
Host: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Study Level: Master’s
Benefits: Fully Funded
Advantages:-
- Transportation
- Monthly stipend
- Help in locating reasonably priced student housing
- coverage for medical care during the training period
Eligibility Criteria :-
In order to qualify for this scholarship, you need to:
- possess Nigerian citizenship and live in Nigeria
- Younger than thirty
- own a management bachelor’s degree or higher national diploma.
- have finished their national service.
- Priority consideration will be given to applications in the First or Second Class.
- must agree to enroll in a course of study in France for the September–October 2025 academic year.
- The application does not require fluency in French.
Required Documents:-
- A copy of the data page from your international passport that is at least two years old
- Detailed Resume
- Statement of personal opinion
- A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
- Undergraduate transcript (no more than one or two papers)
- NYSC certification
- A letter of recommendation from your university is highly advised but not required.
How to Apply :-
Register on the Etudes En France (EEF) website.
Add all necessary files to your account.
Apply to as many as seven different IAE programs or colleges.
Fields of study:-
Students pursuing a master’s degree in management are the target audience for this scholarship. Applicants must have a relevant undergraduate background and have high academic performance in this field in order to be eligible; those from other disciplines are not.
Is knowledge of French required :-
Applying for this scholarship does not require any prior understanding of French. Although studying the language during the program may aid with daily living and assimilation into the academic environment, applicants can study in France even if they are not fluent in the language.
How many scholarships:-
There is no indication on the precise amount of scholarships given out. Only highly qualified applicants will be given this esteemed chance due to the competitive selection procedure, which is based on academic merit, eligibility requirements, and application process compliance.
