Fully Funded Chalhoub Scholarship at Sciences Po France 2027

Fully Funded Chalhoub Scholarship at Sciences Po France 2027

Apply for the fully funded Chalhoub Scholarship 2027 at Sciences Po University in France. This prestigious award, created through a partnership between the Chalhoub Group and Sciences Po, supports talented international students from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region pursuing undergraduate or master's programs. Undergraduate recipients receive €14,600 per year for three years at the Menton campus, while master's students receive €23,300 per year for two years in Paris, totaling up to €90,400 in combined funding. Eligible nationalities include Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Lebanon, Syria, Qatar, Egypt, Yemen, Jordan, Oman, Iran, and Iraq. The scholarship covers substantial tuition fees and living expenses. Applications are submitted through the Émile Boutmy scholarship portal by simply ticking the financial aid box during admission. Deadlines: December for Master's and March for Bachelor's programs.

Overview

Criteria	Details
Host University	Sciences Po (Institute of Political Sciences)
Study Campuses	Menton (Undergraduate) & Paris (Master's)
Degree Level	Bachelor's, Master's
Coverage	Fully Funded (Tuition + Living Expenses)
Eligible Region	MENA countries
Study Country	France
Undergraduate Value	€14,600/year (3 years)
Master's Value	€23,300/year (2 years)
Deadline	December (Master's) / March (Bachelor's)

About the Chalhoub Scholarship

The Bourse Chalhoub is one of the most prestigious funding opportunities for international students seeking higher education in France. Established through a partnership between the Chalhoub Group and Sciences Po, this award supports exceptional individuals from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

The scholarship was created to foster civic leadership and cross-cultural understanding between Europe and the Middle East. Studying at a top-tier European university provides access to world-class academic excellence, comprehensive financial aid, and long-term career opportunities across global public policy, economics, and international relations.

For students exploring other fully funded study opportunities in France, you may also be interested in fully funded scholarships in France, which cover a range of academic disciplines and institutions. 

Scholarship Value and Financial Coverage

The Chalhoub Scholarship provides robust funding designed to cover educational fees and daily living costs.

Study Level	Annual Grant	Duration	Total
Undergraduate	€14,600	3 years (Menton)	€43,800
Master's	€23,300	2 years (Paris)	€46,600
Combined Potential	—	5 years	€90,400

What the Funding Covers

Component	Details
Tuition fees	Substantial tuition grant
Living expenses	Cost of living allowance
Accommodation	Housing support
Health insurance	Medical coverage
Transportation	Local transport costs
Academic materials	Books and study resources

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Citizenship	Primary citizenship in an eligible MENA country
Academic record	Strong high school or bachelor's transcripts
Admission	Must secure admission to Sciences Po
Language	Proof of English or French proficiency
EU citizenship	Dual European citizens are generally ineligible

Eligible MENA Nationalities

Region	Countries
GCC	Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman
Levant	Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Iraq
North Africa & Others	Egypt, Yemen, Iran

Candidates must first meet all standard admission criteria for their chosen program at Sciences Po. High performance in subjects such as history, economics, law, and social sciences strengthens an applicant's profile.

Students from other regions seeking similar fully funded opportunities can explore alternatives such as the Open Doors Russian Government Scholarships or the Ashinaga fully funded undergraduate scholarships designed for students facing financial barriers.

How to Apply

Applying for the Chalhoub Scholarship is integrated directly into the main Sciences Po admissions portal. No separate scholarship form is required.

Step	Action
1	Create an account on the Sciences Po Online Admissions Portal
2	Choose the Menton undergraduate program or an eligible Paris master's
3	Tick the box requesting the Émile Boutmy / Financial Aid Scholarship
4	Upload transcripts, language results, and proof of income
5	Submit the complete application before the deadline

Eligible candidates from the specified MENA countries who apply for financial aid are automatically considered for the Chalhoub award. Apply early, as funding deadlines precede standard university admission deadlines.

Official Links

Resource	URL
Sciences Po Admissions Portal	sciencespo.fr/admissions
Chalhoub Scholarship Page	Official Scholarship Page
Campus France	campusfrance.org