The École Normale Supérieure (ENS) International Selection Scholarship offers outstanding international students the opportunity to pursue a Diploma or Master’s Degree program in France.
This prestigious and highly competitive scholarship provides full tuition coverage, a €1,000 monthly stipend for three years, and accommodation on one of the ENS campuses.
Joining ENS through this international competition gives students access to world-class training, mentorship from leading researchers, and an intellectually stimulating academic environment.
📍 Scholarship Summary
Host Country France
Study Abroad Study in Europe
Category Undergraduate Scholarships, Postgraduate Scholarships, Masters Scholarships
Eligible Countries All countries
Reward Full Tuition + €12,000 per year + Accommodation
Deadline December 3, 2025
🧩 About the ENS International Selection
The ENS selection process consists of two stages:
1. Application review (pre-selection)
2. Written and oral examinations — Arts & Humanities applicants take both written and oral tests, while Science applicants take oral tests only.
Each year, ENS offers 10 positions in Sciences and 10 positions in Arts & Humanities.
The program welcomes students who will enter either:
The 3rd year of a Bachelor’s program (Licence 3), or
The 1st year of a Master’s program (Master 1).
🎯 ENS Scholarships 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
Be under 26 years old at the time of application.
Apply only once to the International Selection.
Have not lived in France for more than 10 months during the current or previous academic years.
Have completed at least one year of undergraduate studies at a non-French university by the application date.
Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies at a non-French university by September 1, 2026.
🎓 Duration and Benefits
Duration: 3 years
Number of Awards: 20 (10 in Sciences, 10 in Arts & Humanities)
Benefits:
€1,000 monthly stipend
Free campus accommodation
Full tuition fee coverage (ENS is a public institution)
🧠 Additional Notes
Applications are reviewed by a jury. Shortlisted candidates are invited for written/oral exams (conducted remotely).
Admission decisions are based on performance in these tests.
Applicants interested in the Department of Cognitive Studies (DEC) can apply through either the Science or Arts & Humanities tracks. It is recommended to contact the DEC for guidance on the most appropriate application form.
📝 How to Apply for ENS Scholarships 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide)
1. Complete the initial online form: https://candidatures.ens.psl.eu/
2. Within 2 days, you’ll receive an email to activate your account on Dematec, where you’ll upload all required documents in PDF format.
3. If your file is complete, it will be reviewed by the jury.
4. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for remote written and/or oral tests.
5. Final selection will be based on exam performance.
🔗 CLICK HERE TO APPLY
📅 Deadline: December 3, 2025
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I’m a refugee girl, who has benefited a high school scholarship to study within a local prestigious American International Academy in Burundi-Bujumbura and graduated in June 2025.I have got this scholarship because I have got the best marks during the admission test. My father, a refugee by his state, is jobless and I cannot stay without studying, I’m 18years old. Can you please consider to grant me a scholarship? I will be grateful.
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