The Université Paris-Saclay Scholarships 2026 support outstanding international students entering a Master’s program at Paris-Saclay. The scholarship aims to attract students with high academic potential and strong motivation. The program offers €10,000 per year, which helps reduce living and study costs in France.
The scholarship applies to Master’s programs at Paris-Saclay and partner institutions, such as CentraleSupélec, ENS Paris-Saclay, Institut d’Optique Graduate School, Université d’Évry, and UVSQ. The program supports students from more than 100 countries, creating a diverse international academic community.
The scholarship committee evaluates academic performance, motivation, and potential for research. The program also supports students who plan to continue into a PhD track. The scholarship is awarded only to students who receive an email invitation after they are admitted.
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Scholarship Summary
Level of Study: Master’s (M1 or M2)
Institution(s): Université Paris-Saclay and associated institutions
Study In: France
Opportunity Focus Areas: All Paris-Saclay Master’s programs (science, engineering, health, social sciences)
Program Duration: 1 year for M2 entry; 2 years for M1 entry
Annual Value: €10,000
Additional Support: Travel and visa cost assistance up to €1,000
Deadline: Late May 2026 (exact dates announced in March 2026)
Coverage
The Université Paris-Saclay Scholarship offers €10,000 per academic year. The university distributes the amount over 10 months from September to June. The program provides up to €1,000 for travel, visa costs, and relocation expenses, depending on the applicant’s country of origin.
The scholarship does not cover tuition fees. Paris-Saclay already provides low annual tuition costs, typically between €243 and €377 depending on program and nationality. The scholarship supports living costs, academic materials, and transportation within France.
Students receive the scholarship only after they arrive in France and complete registration. The award renews for a second year if students enter through M1 and maintain academic progress.
Eligibility Criteria
There are 5 key eligibility criteria for the Université Paris-Saclay Scholarships 2026:
- Applicants must be international students enrolled in a Paris-Saclay Master’s program.
- Applicants must be 30 years old or younger in the selection year.
- Applicants must be new arrivals to France, with less than 1 year of residence or study in France.
- Applicants must not have received another scholarship exceeding €600 per month.
- Applicants must receive a formal email invitation from Paris-Saclay to apply for the scholarship.
Examples of eligible applicants include students completing a bachelor’s degree abroad, students joining joint Master’s programs, and students planning to continue to PhD research.
Application Process
To apply for the Université Paris-Saclay Scholarships 2026, applicants must complete 4 steps:
Step 1: Apply to a Paris-Saclay Master’s program through the standard admission portal. The university reviews academic transcripts, motivation letters, and recommendation letters.
Step 2: Receive an email invitation to apply for the scholarship. Only admitted students with high academic profiles receive this invitation.
Step 3: Complete the online scholarship form and add 2 referees. Paris-Saclay sends each referee a link to submit a recommendation letter.
Step 4: Submit all documents before the scholarship deadline. The application is complete only when both referees submit their recommendation forms.
The committee evaluates academic results, research potential, and motivation. The scholarship selection process is competitive and favors applicants with strong academic performance and clear study goals.
Deadline
The Université Paris-Saclay Scholarship deadline follows a 3-phase timeline:
• Master’s admission deadline: Early May 2026
• Scholarship application deadline: Mid-May 2026
• Referee submission deadline: Late May 2026
Final scholarship decisions are announced in June 2026. Students must accept the offer and prepare travel and visa documents immediately after notification.
