Applications are now open for the 2025 France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships for International Students which is Fully Funded to France
As part of its policy of supporting higher education and scientific research in Côte d’Ivoire, the Cooperation and Cultural Action Service (SCAC) of the French Embassy awards scholarships called “France Excellence” for the pursuit of higher education in France in several fields of training. The “France Excellence” scholarships awarded by the SCAC are intended for students and teachers already working in higher education institutions to complete their doctoral training.
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Brief Description
Scholarship Sponsor(s):Cooperation and Cultural Action Service (SCAC)
Scholarship Type: Fully Funding
Host Institution(s): Institutions in France
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level:Postgraduate
Nationality: International Students
Application Deadline: 1 June, 2025
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Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the France Excellence Doctoral scholarships must meet the following requirements:
Applicants for a doctoral thesis grant must:
• hold a DEA, a Master’s degree or a diploma deemed equivalent;
Thesis grants
• be Ivorian and French-speaking
• be under 40 years old for students not yet integrated into the body of higher education teachers (renewal of the teaching staff)
• declare on their honor any financial support other than that requested from the SCAC in Abidjan
• Present a commitment to cover the cost of round-trip transport to the training location.
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Eligible sectors
The eligible sectors are
- Health
- Agriculture
- The environment
- Computer science
Sub-themes of these sectors will be considered as priorities: digital, artificial intelligence, quantum, biotechnologies, energy, low-carbon mobility, exploration of the seabed, space, food, biodiversity, climate change, information and communication technologies, and human and social sciences linked to the aforementioned fields.
Scholarship Benefits for France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships
- Monthly allowance
- Social security coverage
- Tuition fees
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Application Timeline
- 04/27 at 00:00 to 05/18/2025 at 23:59: Submission of applications.
- 05/20 to 05/30/2025: Verification of the eligibility of applications, preparation of documents for the commission.
- 6/12/2025 (all day): Scholarship commission (with interview).
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How to Apply for France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships
Interested applicants for the France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships for Africans are to complete an online application and provide all the required information and supporting documents on or before the application deadline, as late or incomplete submissions will not be processed.
Candidates must submit their application to the French Embassy in Plateau.
