The France IDEX Master’s Scholarship 2026–27 at Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) is a prestigious scholarship program funded under the French “Initiative of Excellence (IdEx)” framework. It is designed to attract high-achieving international students to pursue Master’s or Engineering degrees in France at Université Grenoble Alpes and partner institutions.
Scholarship Summary
Host Country: France
University: Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA)
Degree Level: Master’s (M1 or M2) and Engineering equivalent levels
Scholarship Type: Merit-based (IdEx funding)
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
Duration: 1 academic year (renewable in some cases)
Eligible Applicants: International students (non-French degree holders)
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students may receive:
Financial support of approximately:
€9,000 for first-year Master’s (M1) or equivalent engineering year
€5,500 for second-year Master’s (M2)
Recognition as an IdEx excellence scholar
Access to world-class academic and research environment in France
Opportunity to study at one of Europe’s leading innovation universities
Possible renewal depending on academic performance and continuation
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be an international student (non-French degree background)
Apply for an eligible Master’s or Engineering program at UGA or partner institutions
Have strong academic performance
Be admitted or applying for admission to a participating program
Meet program-specific requirements
Selection Process
Applicants first apply for a Master’s program at UGA or partner schools
Candidates are selected based on academic excellence
Some students are automatically considered after admission
Final selection is competitive and merit-based
Important Notes
Not all Master’s programs are eligible
Scholarship is competitive
Funding is awarded for one year at a time
Selection is based on academic excellence and program fit
Why Apply?
The IDEX Scholarship offers strong academic recognition and supports students in studying at one of France’s top research universities. It provides access to advanced learning environments, international exposure, and strong academic networks.
How to Apply
Applicants must first apply for an eligible Master’s program at Université Grenoble Alpes. Scholarship consideration is generally done during or after the admission process.