France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships 2025 for Young Ivorians(Fully Funded to Study in France)
About France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships
The French Embassy in Côte d’Ivoire, through its Cooperation and Cultural Action Service (SCAC), is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the France Excellence Doctoral Scholarships 2025. These prestigious awards are part of France’s commitment to supporting higher education and scientific research in Côte d’Ivoire.
Each year, the SCAC offers these scholarships to high-potential Ivorian students and academic professionals pursuing doctoral studies in France. The program seeks to strengthen the academic and scientific collaboration between the two countries by supporting promising candidates in fields crucial to Côte d’Ivoire’s development.
Program Objectives
The France Excellence scholarships are designed to:
- Support advanced academic and scientific training for young Ivorians.
- Strengthen the teaching and research capacity of higher education institutions in Côte d’Ivoire.
- Foster cooperation between French and Ivorian universities and research centers.
This initiative particularly encourages applications from candidates already working in higher education institutions, supporting their pursuit of doctoral qualifications in France.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the doctoral grant:
- Nationality: Must be an Ivorian citizen and French-speaking.
- Academic Background: Hold a DEA (Diplôme d’Études Approfondies), a Master’s degree, or an equivalent diploma.
- Age Limit: Be under 40 years old if not yet a permanent member of a higher education faculty.
- Funding Declaration: Provide a sworn statement disclosing any other sources of financial support.
- Travel Commitment: Agree to personally cover round-trip transportation expenses to the study location in France.
Priority Sectors
The scholarship supports doctoral studies in the following major sectors:
- Health
- Agriculture
- Environment
- Computer Science
Within these areas, specific sub-fields are given priority due to their strategic importance in global and national development. These include:
- Digital technologies
- Artificial Intelligence
- Quantum science
- Biotechnologies
- Renewable energy and low-carbon mobility
- Marine and space exploration
- Food security
- Biodiversity and climate change
- Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
- Human and social sciences related to the sectors listed above
Scholarship Benefits
The France Excellence scholarship is a cost-sharing grant, designed to increase the number of recipients while maintaining a high standard of academic support. The benefits include:
- Monthly living allowance, paid by SCAC.
- Social security coverage throughout the stay in France.
- Management and administrative fees covered by Campus France Paris.
- Academic supervision and administrative support through French institutions.
However, travel expenses (e.g., plane and train tickets) must be covered by the recipient, regardless of the university location in France.
The scholarship is granted for the full duration of the doctoral program, subject to annual confirmation based on academic progress and proof of attendance from the host institution.
Application Timeline
- April 27 – May 18, 2025: Application submission period. All candidates must submit complete application files to the French Embassy in Plateau, Abidjan before 11:59 PM on May 18, 2025.
- May 20 – May 30, 2025: Eligibility screening and preparation of applications for evaluation.
- June 12, 2025: Final selection by the Scholarship Commission, including interviews with shortlisted candidates.
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Submission Instructions
All applications must be submitted in person to the Cooperation and Cultural Action Service (SCAC) of the French Embassy located in Plateau, Abidjan. Applicants are advised to ensure all required documents are complete and submitted before the deadline to avoid disqualification.
Final Notes
This is an exceptional opportunity for Ivorian scholars committed to contributing to the advancement of their country through academic excellence and international collaboration. Candidates are encouraged to propose research projects aligned with national development goals and global scientific priorities.
For inquiries, visit the French Embassy or contact the SCAC directly.
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