Study in Paris for Free: 2025 Paris-Saclay Masters Scholarship
Study in Paris for Free: 2025 Paris-Saclay Masters Scholarship
Do you dream of studying in Paris, one of the world’s most beautiful and academic-rich cities? Good news — Université Paris-Saclay is offering a fully-funded Master’s scholarship to international students, including bright young Africans like you.
This could be your golden ticket to world-class education in France — without worrying about tuition or living expenses.
Let’s dive into the details.
What is the Paris-Saclay IDEX Scholarship?
The IDEX Scholarship is a prestigious fully-funded opportunity offered by Université Paris-Saclay to international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree in France.
The aim is to attract the best international talents to the university and support them academically and financially. Whether your goal is to advance your career, do research, or pursue a PhD later, this program gives you a strong foundation.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Here’s what selected students will receive:
✅ Chance to study in one of Europe’s top research hubs
✅ €10,000 yearly stipend (paid directly by the university)
✅ €1,000 for travel and visa costs
✅ Full tuition coverage
✅ Access to a world-class learning environment
Scholarship Overview
Deadline: May 5, 2025
Host Institution: Université Paris-Saclay
Location: Paris, France
Level of Study: Master’s (M1 or M2)
Type: Fully Funded
Eligible Countries: All countries (including Nigeria and other African countries)
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 30 years or younger in the year of application
- Have been admitted into a Master’s program at Université Paris-Saclay
- Be a new international student, or
- Be living in France for less than a year, and currently enrolled in:
- A non-degree course or internship
- A French language class (FFL)
- OR, you must have studied in France previously through a mobility program (e.g., Erasmus) that did not award a full degree
📌 Note: The scholarship applies only to programs offered by:
AgroParisTech, CentraleSupelec, ENS Paris-Saclay, INSTN-CEA, IOGS, UEVE, UPSaclay, and UVSQ.
Scholarship Duration
You must complete enough credits each year to continue receiving the scholarship.
The funding lasts 1 or 2 years, depending on your entry point (M1 or M2).
Why This is a Big Deal
Getting into a European university can be expensive — but Paris-Saclay makes it possible for you to study, live, and build your career in France without carrying financial burdens.
This opportunity is perfect for you if:
You’ve dreamed of studying in Europe but were held back by costs
You want a fully-funded international education
You’re passionate about research or innovation
You need global exposure to advance your career
How To Apply for Université Paris-Saclay IDEX Scholarship 2025
How To Apply for Université Paris-Saclay IDEX Scholarship 2025
- To apply, first submit an application to the university for admissions into a Masters program,
- Students eligible for a Paris-Saclay University IDEX scholarship will be selected by the admission panel among those students admitted to a Paris-Saclay University Master’s programme.
- Only students who receive an email from Paris-Saclay University inviting them to apply for a Paris-Saclay University IDEX scholarship will be able to submit an application.
- Selected students will automatically be sent a link by email to an online application form.
- Upon receipt of this email, students wishing to apply will need to complete the online application form and provide (mandatory) the names and contact details of two referees who would be willing to submit a reference for the candidate.
- Each of the two referees named by the candidate will be sent a link by email to an online recommendation form. They will be asked to complete and submit the form prior to the closing day of the scholarship call.
- The candidate will automatically be informed when each referee has submitted the form.
- The application file for a scholarship will be considered complete when both recommendation forms have been submitted by the referees.
- Please note: the candidate will not receive a message confirming that the application is complete.
It is up to the candidate to ensure both referees complete and submit the form by the deadline given in the invitation email.Applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will automatically be rejected.
Begin your application by clicking on the button below.
Deadline: May 5th, 2025
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