Overview
The Eiffel Scholarship gives MBA students from developing countries a monthly allowance and covers several extra costs during their studies at HEC Paris. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched the program in January 1999 to help French higher education schools attract top international students. It is open to candidates who have already been admitted to the full-time MBA. Tuition fees are not part of the award.
Awarded by
HEC Paris in France
Subjects and level
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
Awards available
The number of awards is not specified.
Who can apply
Nationals of developing countries
What the award covers
The scholarship pays a monthly allowance of approximately €1,100. It also covers travel, health insurance and cultural activities. Tuition fees are not included in the award.
Eligibility requirements
- You must have been admitted to the full-time MBA option. Only admitted candidates can apply.
- You must be 30 years old or younger.
- You must not be French. Applicants with dual nationality, where one is French, are not eligible.
How to apply
Only admitted candidates can apply for this scholarship. The deadline is within one week of admission.
For detailed information on how to apply, visit the official website (link below).
Official website
Official Scholarship Website: http://www.mba.hec.edu/Fees-Funding/Scholarships/EIFFEL-for-candidates-working-in-emerging-countries
At a glance
- Host: HEC Paris, France
- Level: Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
- For: Nationals of developing countries
- Deadline: Within one week of admission
- Number of awards: Not specified
- Covered: Monthly allowance of approximately €1,100, travel, health insurance and cultural activities
- Not covered: Tuition fees
Who should apply
This scholarship suits MBA candidates from developing countries who have already been admitted to the full-time MBA at HEC Paris. You must be 30 or younger and hold non-French nationality. If you are French, or hold dual nationality that includes French, you cannot apply.
It is a good fit if you need help with living costs, travel and insurance while you study, and you understand that tuition is not covered.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the HEC-Eiffel Scholarship? Only candidates admitted to the full-time MBA at HEC Paris. You must be 30 or younger and a national of a developing country. French nationals and dual nationals with French citizenship are not eligible.
- What does the scholarship cover? A monthly allowance of approximately €1,100, plus travel, health insurance and cultural activities. Tuition fees are not covered.
- When is the deadline? You must apply within one week of your admission.
- How do I apply? Only admitted candidates can apply. Visit the official website for detailed instructions.
- Can I apply before I am admitted? No. Only admitted candidates can apply for this scholarship.
How to apply
- Read the official guidelines on the HEC website before you start your application.
- Prepare your documents early so you can submit within the one-week window after admission.
- Check whether you need to meet any language requirements for the MBA program.
- Keep a copy of your admission letter and any scholarship correspondence.
- Confirm what the scholarship does and does not cover so you can plan your finances.