Posted: January 24, 2026
Application Deadline
Closes: Varies by Master’s program—often around May 5, 2026, or later (up to July 2026 for some). Apply early via your chosen program’s admission deadline, as scholarship consideration is tied to admission.
Eligible Applicants
International students only (non-French/EU fee status where applicable; open worldwide).
Study Level
Master’s degrees (M1/M2) or Engineering diplomas (Ingé 2A/3A)
Fields of Study
Any Master’s or Engineer program offered through UGA’s academic divisions, including ENSAG – UGA (architecture), Grenoble INP – UGA (engineering & tech), Sciences Po Grenoble – UGA (social sciences/politics), and Université Grenoble Alpes core programs (sciences, health, humanities, etc.). No strict restrictions—wide range available.
Scholarship Benefits
- €9,000 for the first academic year (M1 or Ingé 2A, covering 2 semesters)
- €5,500 for the second academic year (M2 or Ingé 3A)
This merit-based partial funding supports tuition/living costs, awarded for one year at a time (renewable based on performance and continuation). It helps attract talented international students to Grenoble’s innovative, alpine research environment.
Program Overview
Through its Initiative of Excellence (IdEx), Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) offers these prestigious Master’s scholarships to outstanding international applicants enrolling in its graduate programs. The awards promote academic excellence, diversity, and global talent in a dynamic French university setting known for strong ties to research labs, industry, and the Alps region. Recipients benefit from financial support while pursuing high-quality Master’s or engineering studies across sciences, engineering, social sciences, and more.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be an international student (not primarily educated in France for recent qualifications)
- Be currently enrolled at a university outside France, OR have earned their most recent degree from a foreign institution
- Have completed their secondary education (“Baccalauréat” or equivalent) abroad—even if some later studies occurred in France
- Apply and gain admission to an eligible UGA Master’s or Engineer program for the 2026-2027 academic year
Selection emphasizes academic merit, potential, and fit with the program—no separate scholarship application needed.
How to Apply
Scholarship evaluation is integrated into the Master’s admission process—no extra form required.
- Choose and apply directly to one (or more) eligible Master’s/Engineer programs at UGA via the program’s specific online portal (check individual program pages for deadlines and requirements)
- Submit all admission documents (transcripts, CV, motivation letter, references, language proof if needed)
- Program coordinators review applications and nominate eligible high-achievers for IdEx scholarships
- Results for both admission and scholarship are communicated (often after admission decisions)
Official Call & Program Details: UGA IdEx Master Scholarships 2026-2027 Call
For Master’s listings and applications: Visit UGA’s education/programs section or specific divisions (e.g., Grenoble INP for engineering).
This merit-based partial scholarship (€5,500–€9,000) is an excellent opportunity for international Master’s students—especially from West Africa or Benin—seeking affordable, high-quality graduate education in France’s innovative Grenoble region. Focus on strong admission applications to your target program before their deadlines!
Questions on programs or process? Comment below or check the official UGA link for the latest updates.