Université Paris-Saclay Announced IDEX Master Scholarship 2025

Are you an ambitious international student looking for a world-class education in France? The International Master’s Scholarships Program IDEX at Université Paris-Saclay offers a unique opportunity for talented students to pursue a Master’s degree at one of Europe’s most prestigious universities. With funding of up to 10,000€ per year, this scholarship aims to attract the brightest minds to advance their academic and research careers.

Why Apply? Benefits of the IDEX Scholarship

• Financial Support: Receive 10,000€ per year for your studies, covering tuition and living expenses.
• Travel & Visa Allowance: Get up to 1,000€ to help with travel and visa-related costs.
• Access to Leading Institutions: Study at world-renowned institutions under Université Paris-Saclay, including:
  • AgroParisTech
  • CentraleSupélec
  • ENS Paris-Saclay
  • Institut d’Optique Graduate School (IOGS)
  • Université Évry Paris-Saclay
  • Université Versailles-Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ)
• Exceptional Research Opportunities: Gain access to cutting-edge research labs and work with top experts in your field.
• Pathway to PhD: Strong encouragement and support for students aiming to pursue doctoral studies at Paris-Saclay.

Who is Eligible?

To qualify for the IDEX Master’s Scholarship, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Must be an international student admitted to a Master’s programme at Université Paris-Saclay.
• Should not have been enrolled in any degree program in France before (exceptions apply).
• Must be under 30 years old during the selection year.
• Students residing in France for less than a year may apply if they are currently enrolled in language courses or a non-degree training programme.
• Students who participated in mobility programs like Erasmus Mundus without obtaining a French degree are eligible.

How to Apply? Application Process

Unlike other scholarships, the IDEX Master’s Scholarship does not accept direct applications. Instead, the process is as follows:

1. Admission to a Master’s Program: First, apply for admission to an eligible Master’s programme at Université Paris-Saclay here https://www.universite-paris-saclay.fr/en/admission/bourses-et-aides-financieres/international-masters-scholarships-program-idex.
2. Selection by Program Coordinators: The admission panel will shortlist eligible students.
3. Invitation Email: Only selected students will receive an official invitation email with a scholarship application link.
4. Submission of Required Documents: Complete the online application form. and provide the contact details of two academic referees (professors, internship supervisors, etc.).
5. Recommendation Letters: The referees will receive a link to submit their recommendations before the deadline.
6. Final Review & Selection: The scholarship committee will evaluate applications based on academic excellence, research potential, and motivation.
7. Scholarship Offer Notification: Results will be announced via email in late June 2025.

Important: Applications without both recommendation letters will be automatically rejected.

Application Timeline

• May 5, 2025 – Deadline for programme coordinators to select candidates.
• May 9, 2025 – Scholarship application deadline (for selected students).
• May 12, 2025 – Last day for referees to submit recommendation letters.
• Late June 2025 – Final scholarship results announcement.

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