Applications are now open for the ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026 in France. Each year, the École Normale Supérieure (ENS)—one of France’s most prestigious institutions—selects 20 exceptional international students through a competitive global selection process to pursue Master’s or Diploma programs in various academic fields.
Winners of the ENS International Selection Scholarship will receive a monthly stipend of €1,000 for three years, free on-campus accommodation, and tuition-free education at ENS. This is a unique opportunity to study in France with one of Europe’s top universities, renowned for excellence in science, arts, and humanities.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: France
- University: École Normale Supérieure (ENS), Paris
- Degree Level: Master’s, Diploma
- Number of Scholarships: 20 (10 in Sciences, 10 in Arts & Humanities)
- Financial Coverage: Funded (Monthly Allowance + Housing + Tuition Waiver)
- Application Deadline: December 3, 2025
Scholarship Benefits
Selected international students will receive:
- €1,000 monthly grant for up to three years
- Free accommodation at an ENS campus
- Full tuition coverage (ENS is a public institution; fees are waived by the French government)
Eligible Fields of Study
Arts & Humanities: Anthropology, Archaeology, Classical Studies, Film & Theatre Studies, Art History, Musicology, Cognitive Sciences, Economics, Political Science, Geography, History, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, Sociology, and related disciplines.
Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Geosciences, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Cognitive Sciences. Applicants must select one major discipline (required) and may add one minor (optional).
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be a first-time applicant from any nationality
- Be under 26 years old at the time of application
- Have completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent by the time the program starts
- Not have lived in France for more than 10 months in the last two years
- Submit complete educational records and supporting documents
Required Documents
All documents must be in PDF format and named as “FamilyName-GivenName.pdf.”
- Completed Application Form
- Passport (first page)
- University Transcripts
- High School Diploma
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation Letter (1–3 pages)
- Research Project Proposal (max 3 pages / 10,000 characters)
- 2–4 Recommendation Letters
Selection Process
Candidates will undergo two oral exams as part of the international selection:
- Scientific Oral Exam: Approximately 1 hour
- General/Scientific Culture Interview: 45–60 minutes
How to Apply for the ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the official ENS website. Follow all application steps carefully before the December 3, 2025 deadline.
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