Université Paris-Saclay International Master's Scholarships (IDEX)

Université Paris-Saclay International Master's Scholarships (IDEX) support high-level international students admitted to eligible master's programs delivered by Paris-Saclay member institutions. The scholarship is aimed at facilitating access to master's studies in France and can renew from M1 to M2 under progression rules. Selection is coordinated through the master's program team and the official Paris-Saclay scholarship workflow.

FranceMastersPartially FundedDeadline: March 25, 2026 (program coordinator pre-selection) and March 31, 2026 at 23:59 Paris time (candidate scholarship form and references, if applicable)

Official source: Université Paris-Saclay • Last updated:

Eligibility

Study location
France
Academic background
Must meet admission/academic requirements for Masters study (check official source)
Minimum GPA/grades
Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
Work experience
Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
Field of study
Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
Residency requirement
May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
Document language/translations
Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
Current enrollment status
Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
Language requirements
Set by the host institution/program; accepted tests or exemptions vary by provider
Eligible nationalities
Students of foreign nationality
Degree level
Master's (M1 and M2 are both eligible)
Admission required
Must be admitted to an eligible Université Paris-Saclay master's program operated by listed member institutions
First-enrollment rule
Intended for students entering French higher education for the first time, with limited exceptions stated by Paris-Saclay
Age requirement
Under 30 during the application year
Program scope
All academic fields are eligible except apprenticeship-based master's tracks
Funding compatibility
Ineligible if receiving other funding above €600/month
Non-cumulative rule
Cannot be combined with France Excellence Eiffel, France Excellence Europa, or Erasmus Mundus scholarships

Benefits

Tuition
Listed as partial (confirm coverage on official source)
Stipend
Varies by provider/call; check official source for amount and payment terms
Accommodation
Provider-dependent; may be included, subsidized, or unavailable by scheme
Travel
Included/available (check official source)
Health insurance
Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
Other benefits
Additional support may include research, books, or orientation allowances (scheme-dependent)
Visa/residence support
Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
Application fee
Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
Scholarship amount
€10,000 per year
Travel/visa support
Annual flat support up to €900 (country-dependent)
Payment schedule
Paid monthly during the academic year (September to June)
Renewal route
M1 laureates can continue to M2 scholarship year when admitted and academically eligible
Administrative support
Laureates receive support for administrative procedures and housing search guidance

Application process

  1. Where to apply: First apply for admission to an eligible Université Paris-Saclay master's program
  2. Program pre-selection: The program coordinator selects candidates for scholarship nomination before the published coordinator deadline
  3. Scholarship invitation: Pre-selected candidates receive an official email link to the scholarship application form
  4. Form and references: Candidate submits the scholarship form and references (if applicable) before the final scholarship deadline
  5. Jury review: Applications are assessed under official program regulations
  6. Result publication: Scholarship decisions are announced around mid-May
  7. Documents: Prepare and upload the required documents listed by the provider (transcripts, ID, letters, etc.). Provide certified translations if required.

Required documents

  • Master's admission application materials required by the selected Paris-Saclay program
  • Academic transcripts and degree records required by the admissions process
  • Scholarship application form received via official invitation link
  • Reference/recommendation submissions where requested in the scholarship workflow
  • Passport/identity and visa-related documents required for enrollment in France
  • Degree certificates / diplomas (if applicable)
  • CV/Resume
  • Motivation letter / statement of purpose
  • Language test score (IELTS/TOEFL) if required
  • Certified translations (if required)
  • Portfolio / research proposal (if required)
  • Medical / health certificate (if required)

Good to know

  • You cannot directly apply to the scholarship without first being pre-selected by the master's program coordinator.
  • Scholarship and travel support are disbursed after arrival in France and registration in the admitted program.
  • Coordinator and scholarship-form deadlines are separate; missing either deadline ends eligibility for that cycle.

FAQ

Is the Paris-Saclay IDEX master's scholarship fully funded?

It is usually treated as partially funded because the award is €10,000/year plus up to €900 travel/visa support, rather than full-cost institutional funding.

Can I apply directly to the scholarship portal first?

No. You must first apply to an eligible master's program and be pre-selected by the program coordinator.

Can I combine this scholarship with Eiffel or Erasmus Mundus?

No. The official rules state that this scholarship cannot be combined with Eiffel, Europa, or Erasmus Mundus funding.

What are the 2026 key deadlines?

Coordinator pre-selection closes March 25, 2026, and scholarship form/reference submission closes March 31, 2026 at 23:59 (Paris time).

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