Fully Funded Scholarship for International Students (Non-EU)

The prestigious Émile Boutmy Scholarship was established by Sciences Po to attract the best international students from outside the European Union. Named after the university’s founder, Émile Boutmy, this scholarship provides exceptional students the opportunity to pursue Undergraduate or Master’s degree programs at one of France’s leading universities in social sciences.

The scholarship is supported by several private sponsors including Fondation Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart, L’Oréal, Michel David-Weill, and Chalhoub Group. Their support ensures that talented students from around the world can access world-class education and thrive in a diverse academic environment.

About Sciences Po

Founded in 1872, Sciences Po (Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris) is one of the most prestigious universities in Europe, known for its excellence in political science, international affairs, law, economics, and sociology. The university is committed to fostering global diversity, inclusion, and academic excellence.

Scholarship Overview

Host Institution: Sciences Po, Paris, France
Level of Study: Undergraduate and Master’s Programs
Eligible Students: International students from non-European Union countries
Scholarship Type: Merit-based financial aid
Application Deadline:

• Undergraduate (Foreign Secondary Schools): January 20, 2026

No applications will be accepted after the deadlines.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Émile Boutmy Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be first-time applicants to Sciences Po.
• Be citizens of non-European Union countries whose households do not file taxes within the EU.
• Have received admission to an eligible Undergraduate or Master’s program at Sciences Po.

Not Eligible:

• Swiss and Norwegian citizens (eligible for other aid).
• Applicants with dual EU citizenship.
• Candidates from Quebec applying for Master’s programs (Bachelor’s applicants from Quebec are eligible).
• Applicants for Journalism dual-degree programs, one-year Master’s programs, or PhD programs.
• Dual-degree Master’s applicants except for:
  • Journalism (Sciences Po/Columbia University)
  • Europe-Asia in Global Affairs (Sciences Po/Fudan University – Chinese nationals only)
  • Sciences Po/Peking University (Chinese nationals only)
• Exchange and internal admission procedure applicants.

Scholarship Benefits

The Émile Boutmy Scholarship provides financial support based on academic merit and program level:

• Undergraduate Students:
  • May receive between €3,600 and €13,190 per year for the three years of the undergraduate program.
• Master’s Students:
  • May receive a €13,100 grant per year for two years of study.

The scholarship may be combined with external funding such as the Eiffel Scholarship, AEFE, or French government aid. However, it cannot be combined with other internal Sciences Po scholarships (e.g., Mastercard Foundation, CARE, Fondation de France/René Seydoux).

Selection Process

The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic excellence and the profile relevance to Sciences Po’s international mission. Only applicants admitted to eligible programs will be considered.

Please note:

• Incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed.
• Students cannot apply for the scholarship after admission or during their studies.
• Applicants who were previously refused for this scholarship cannot reapply in the same admission cycle.

How to Apply

The Émile Boutmy Scholarship is not automatically granted. To apply, follow these steps:

1. Submit an application to Sciences Po’s Undergraduate or Master’s program through the official portal.
2. Indicate your interest in the Émile Boutmy Scholarship within your admissions application.
3. Ensure all supporting documents are complete and submitted before the deadline.

For detailed application instructions:

• Undergraduate Application Process

Contact Information

For further details, visit the official scholarship page:
Sciences Po – Émile Boutmy Scholarship

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