If you are planning to study in France with financial support, the Ampère Scholarships of Excellence are one of the best opportunities available for international students. This scholarship provides fully funded programs at French universities across a wide range of fields. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the Ampère Scholarships of Excellence, including its benefits, eligibility criteria, required documents, and a detailed step-by-step application process to help you apply successfully.
The Ampère Scholarships of Excellence 2026-2027 are fully funded master’s scholarships for international students who want to pursue one of the eligible master’s programs offered at ENS de Lyon. The amount of this scholarship is 1,000€ per month.
The ENS de Lyon and its partners offer scholarships for excellent international students to enroll in its master’s programs in exact sciences, arts, human, and social sciences (except FEADép master’s programs). The Ampère Scholarships of Excellence provide excellent international students with the opportunity to pursue one of the eligible master’s programs offered at ENS de Lyon.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Masters
- Institution(s): ENS de Lyon
- Study Destination: France
- Courses Offered: All Master’s programs in Exact Sciences, Arts, Human and Social Sciences (except FEADép Master’s programs)
- Deadline: January 31, 2026 (Applications open in November)
Scholarship Coverage
Ampère Scholarships of Excellence provide the recipient with the following benefits:
- About 20 scholarships are granted each year
- Master’s programs eligible: all Master’s programs in exact sciences, the arts, and human and social sciences (except FEADéP Master’s programs). Consult the rules related to the Ampère scholarship (document on the right)
- Amount: 1,000€ per month for one academic year (renewable under conditions)
Eligibility Criteria for Ampère Scholarships of Excellence
To qualify for the Ampère Scholarships of Excellence, candidates must fulfill all of the following requirements:
- Required Languages: English
- Eligible Countries: All World Countries
Eligible candidates:
- Applicants must be a foreign national born on January 1st, 1998 (26 years maximum).
- Candidates for admission in the Master’s Year must provide proof that they have obtained a license (equivalent to 180 ECTS European credits) or an equivalent diploma/level.
- Candidates for admission in Master’s Year 2 must provide proof that they have successfully reached Master’s Year 1 level (equivalent to 240 ECTS European credits) or have attained an equivalent diploma/level.
How to Apply for Ampère Scholarships of Excellence?
Please follow the application instructions below to apply for this scholarship:
- Complete and submit the online application form.
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- Applications submitted via email will not be considered.
- Students must ensure all requested documents are uploaded; incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Application review: All applications are reviewed by the admission committee of the ENS de Lyon. No results will be given by phone.
- Admissions and enrollment: If your application is accepted, you will receive a letter of pre-enrollment with the steps to be followed to enroll.
Website
To learn more about Ampère Scholarships of Excellence, please visit the official website: