2026 Aix-Marseille University Tiger Excellence Scholarships in France

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The Tiger Excellence Scholarship Programme at Aix-Marseille University (AMU) is a prestigious initiative designed to attract outstanding international students to pursue master’s studies at one of France’s top research universities. Supported by the French government’s Plan d’Investissement d’Avenir through the TIGER Project (Transforming and Innovating in Graduate Education via Research), this scholarship strengthens AMU’s commitment to global mobility, innovation, and academic excellence.

Since its launch, the programme has enabled exceptional students worldwide to join the university’s vibrant community, benefiting from world-class teaching, cutting-edge research, and an internationally rich academic environment.

Scholarship Summary

• Type: Master’s Scholarship
• Host Country: France
• Institution: Aix-Marseille University
• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Benefits:
  • Full scholarship
  • €10,000 grant for one academic year
  • Accommodation in a CROUS university residence
  • Arrival support and continuous guidance
  • Academic mentorship
• Deadline: Not Specified

Eligible Fields of Study

Scholarships are available for a wide range of master’s programmes across the university, including:

• Sciences
• Medicine & Paramedical Sciences
• Arts, Humanities & Language Sciences
• Economics
• Law & Political Science
• Environmental Sciences
• Engineering

Benefits of the 2026 Tiger Excellence Scholarship

• Up to €10,000 in financial support for one academic year
• Guaranteed accommodation in a CROUS residence (subject to timely completion of housing procedures)
• Personalized support upon arrival in France
• Guidance throughout your academic journey at AMU
• Opportunity to join a highly international, research-driven academic community

Application Process

Step 1: Choose your preferred master’s programme from the list of eligible programmes.

Step 2: Submit your application for the selected programme using the appropriate platform based on your personal situation (Études en France, eCandidat, or university-specific portals).

Step 3: Programme coordinators evaluate applications and shortlist candidates for the Tiger Excellence Scholarship.

Step 4: Receive your admission letter to the master’s programme.

Step 5: If selected, you will then receive your official award letter for the Tiger Excellence Scholarship shortly after your admission confirmation.