Graduate+ Excellence Scholarships are now open. International students wishing to pursue a research-oriented Master's degree in France can apply for these prestigious scholarships. The deadlines are January 26, 2026, for the LPMS track and January 23, 2026, for the NEURO track (M2).
Graduate+ is a consortium of four universities in the Lyon-Saint-Étienne region: Claude Bernard Lyon 1 University, ENS Lyon, Jean Moulin University, and Jean Monnet University. The consortium offers about fifteen Master's programs and awards scholarships to support students' living expenses. Recipients receive a monthly stipend.
1. LPMS Excellence Scholarship
Deadline: January 26, 2026
The Lyon Polymer Materials Science (LPMS) program trains students to innovate in sustainable polymer design, covering topics such as macromolecular synthesis, smart materials, and eco-friendly approaches. The 2026 call targets candidates wishing to join the second year of the Master's program (M2).
Funding and Grants
- Amount: €1,000 per month for 6 months (totaling €6,000).
- Application Period: November 14, 2025, to January 26, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be an international student residing outside France, new to the French higher education system.
- Must have completed the first year of a Master's program by July 31, 2026, in polymer science or a related field.
- Candidates with dual French nationality can apply if they are not already studying in France.
Selection Criteria
Academic excellence, research experience (internships), and coherence of the professional project.
Application Procedure
- Create an account and apply online through the Graduate+ platform.
- Upload the required documents (PDF file for each document):
- Identity card
- Resume (one page)
- Motivational letter (one page) detailing the professional project
- Diplomas and transcripts
- Description of the study program
- English language certificate (or proof of native language proficiency)
- Letters of recommendation: One or two letters sent directly by professors to the specified address.
- Complete the administrative application for the Master's program via MonMaster or Études en France.
- For countries using the Campus France procedure, once you have submitted your application for the Graduate+ Excellence Scholarship, you must consult the Campus France website of your country of residence or contact them to learn about the dates and procedures to follow: https://www.campusfrance.org/fr/espaces
Selection Committee
The selection committee will meet during the week of February 23, 2026.
Results are expected around March 2, 2026.
2. NEURO M2 Excellence Scholarship
Deadline: January 23, 2026
The Graduate Program in Neuroscience covers cellular neurobiology, sensory neuroscience, and computational neuroscience.
Scholarships are available for the first and second years of the Master's program, but only the second-year option is open for the 2026 academic year.
Funding and Grants
- Amount: €1,000 per month for 10 months (totaling €10,000).
- Application Period: November 14, 2025, to January 23, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria (M2)
- The applicant must be an international student residing outside France and has never been enrolled in a French university.
- Must have completed the first year of a Master's degree by September 1, 2026, with at least 9 ECTS credits in English, or a certified B2 level.
Requirements by M2 Track
- M2 FCN (Fundamental and Clinical Neurosciences): ≥ 6 ECTS credits in neurosciences or related disciplines.
- M2 SNA (Sensory Neurosciences and Analysis): ≥ 6 ECTS credits in neurosciences or related fields.
- M2 CNS (Computational Neurosciences): Strong training in mathematics/computer science/physics/engineering, including:
- ≥ 3 ECTS credits in mathematics/computer science/statistics
- ≥ 3 ECTS credits in neurosciences
Former NEURO M1 scholarship recipients can apply for the M2 (without renewal guarantee).
Selection Criteria
Excellent academic record, research experience, coherence of the professional project.
Application Procedure
- Apply through the SFRI platform: "International Master Scholarship - Neuroscience".
- Upload PDF files for each required document:
- Identity card
- Resume (one page)
- Motivational letter indicating the chosen track (FCN, SNA, or CNS)
- Highest diploma
- Transcripts
- Description of the study program and English language certificate
- (Optional) Publications or internship reports
- Letters of recommendation: Two letters, sent directly to the officials in charge of the relevant tracks.
- Complete the administrative application process via MonMaster or Études en France.
- For countries using the Campus France procedure, once you have submitted your application for the Graduate+ Excellence Scholarship, you must consult the Campus France website of your country of residence or contact them to learn about the dates and procedures to follow: https://www.campusfrance.org/fr/espaces.
Selection Schedule
The selection committee is scheduled for February 2026, and results will be sent during the first week of March 2026.
What are the benefits of the scholarships?
The LPMS and NEURO scholarships provide significant financial support, as well as an exceptional scientific environment. Recipients will benefit from:
- Funding that significantly reduces living costs in France (€6,000 for LPMS, €10,000 for NEURO).
- Access to renowned research laboratories integrated into international networks.
- Residence in Lyon and Saint-Étienne, dynamic cities with high academic activity.
- Opportunities for internships, seminars, and guided projects to enhance their research path.
If you meet the criteria and are interested in polymer science or neuroscience, prepare your documents now and submit a complete application before the deadlines.
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