ENS de Lyon Grants and Scholarships
Company: ENS de Lyon
About the Institution:
ENS de Lyon is one of France’s leading academic institutions, renowned for excellence in research and education. The university offers a wide range of grants and scholarships for international students pursuing Master’s and PhD programs in STEM, Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Funding opportunities cover tuition, living expenses, and research support, aiming to attract talented students worldwide.
Scholarships for Master’s Programs
Ampère Scholarships of Excellence
Degree Level: Master’s
Subjects: All Master’s programs at ENS de Lyon
Nationality: International students
Benefits: €1,000 per month for one academic year (renewable under conditions)
GRADUATE+ Scholarship
Degree Level: Master’s (M1 or M2)
Subjects: CORE, DynLifeSys, MathInfi, PACE, and selected Master’s programs
Nationality: International students
Benefits: €1,000 per month for 10 months
Funding Body: French Government (SFRI Programme)
Scholarships for PhD Programs
Doctoral Contracts
Degree Level: PhD
Nationality: Open to all nationalities
Benefits: Fully funded 3-year employment contract, includes salary, social security, and research training
Doctoral Co-Funding Program
Degree Level: PhD
Nationality: International students
Benefits: Up to 50% co-funding of doctoral costs for up to 3 years
Special Note: For joint (cotutelle) PhDs, funding applies only during presence at ENS de Lyon
CIFRE – Industrial Doctoral Program
Degree Level: PhD
Nationality: All nationalities
Benefits: Paid employment by a company with academic supervision
Key Advantage: Combines industry experience with academic research
Foundation & Research Grants
Common in medical and scientific research
Funding is provided through employment contracts
Students apply independently via laboratories or foundations
Other Grants and External Scholarships
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program
Degree Level: Master’s & PhD
Nationality: International students
Benefits: Monthly allowance, travel costs, health insurance
Funded By: French Government
Normalien Status (Competitive Entrance Exam)
Prestigious status awarded through competitive exam
EU/EEA Students: €1,500 per month for 4 years
Non-EU Students: €1,000 per month for 4 years (best candidate per competition series)
Cécile De Witt-Morette Scholarship (Women in STEM)
Degree Level: ENS Degree (up to 4 years)
Subjects: Computer Science & Mathematics
Nationality: International female students
Benefits: €1,000 per month for the full study period
Additional Benefit: Can be combined with social-based scholarships
Eligibility Criteria
Strong academic background
Admission or application to ENS de Lyon programs
Excellent academic merit (for excellence scholarships)
Compliance with study plan and academic regulations
Specific criteria vary by scholarship type
Application Procedure
Apply for admission to a Master’s or PhD program at ENS de Lyon
Check scholarship eligibility requirements
Submit scholarship application before the deadline
Provide academic transcripts, CV, motivation letter, and references
Selection is based on academic excellence and program relevance
Apply Here: ENS de Lyon Grants and Scholarships