The École Normale Supérieure (ENS) in France invites applications for the ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026. This prestigious scholarship is fully funded and aims to attract talented international students to pursue diploma or master’s programs at ENS.

  • 🎓 Prestigious Opportunity – Fully funded ENS International Selection Scholarship for talented international students.
  • 🌍 Location – École Normale Supérieure (ENS), Paris, France.
  • 🔬 Research Areas – Scientific: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Geosciences, Cognitive Sciences. Literary: Anthropology, History, Literature, Philosophy, Sociology, and more.
  • ✅ Eligibility – First-time applicants, under 26 years, not spent >10 months in France in last 2 years, with prior schooling documentation.
  • 💰 Financial Support – Monthly stipend of €1,000 for three years, tuition fully covered by the French state, free accommodation on ENS campus.
  • 📝 Application Requirements – Online form, transcripts, motivation letter, passport, 2–4 recommendation letters, research proposal, updated CV; all in PDF.
  • 🎤 Selection Process – Two oral assessments: scientific oral (≥1 hour) and scientific culture interview (45–60 min).
  • ⏰ Deadline – December 3, 2025.
  • 🚀 Call to Action – Apply now to study at one of France’s top institutions!

Designation

ENS International Selection Scholarship

Research Area

  • Scientific Disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Geosciences, Cognitive Sciences
  • Literary Disciplines: Anthropology, History, Literature, Philosophy, Sociology, and more.

Location

École Normale Supérieure (ENS), Paris, France

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Applicants of all nationalities are eligible.
  • Must be a first-time applicant and not older than 26 years.
  • Should not have spent more than ten months in France within the previous two years.
  • Must provide documentation of prior schooling.

Job Description

The scholarship covers:

  • Financial Support: Monthly stipend of €1,000 for three years.
  • Accommodation: Free room on ENS campus.
  • Tuition: Fully covered by the French state.

How to Apply

  1. Begin the application process by clicking the “Apply Now” button on the official page.
  2. Submit the required documents, including:
  • Online Application Form
  • Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter (1 to 3 pages)
  • Passport
  • 2-4 Letters of Recommendation
  • Research Proposal (max. 3 pages)
  • Updated CV/Resume All documents must be submitted in PDF format.
  1. The application process includes two oral assessments:
  • A scientific oral (at least one hour)
  • A scientific culture interview (45-60 minutes)

Last Date to Apply

December 3, 2025


Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to further your education at one of France’s leading institutions!