2026 ENS International Selection Postgraduate Scholarship

Location: France

Program: Master’s and Diploma Programs

Eligibility: International Students

Duration: 3 years

Deadline: December 15, 2025

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The ENS International Selection Scholarship 2026 represents an extraordinary opportunity for talented international students to pursue world-class education at École normale supérieure (ENS-PSL), one of France’s most prestigious grandes écoles and a founding member of PSL University (Paris Sciences et Lettres). The competitive examination of the International Selection is intended for young graduates in Arts & Humanities as well as Sciences who justify at least one year of undergraduate studies in a foreign university and distinguish themselves with outstanding academic results.

The initiative provides comprehensive support through 10 positions in Sciences and 10 positions in Arts & Humanities annually, offering successful candidates the exceptional opportunity to join the community of normaliens and continue their studies at ENS and university simultaneously. Beyond simply covering living expenses, the ENS International Selection delivers comprehensive wraparound support including a €1,000 monthly grant for 3 years, accommodation in a room on one of the ENS campuses.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship provides comprehensive support including:

Monthly grant of €1,000 for 3 years
Free accommodation in a room on one of the ENS campuses in Paris
Full tuition coverage at École normale supérieure and partner universities
Duration of 3 years allowing students to complete their studies and earn both a master’s degree in their specialty and the diploma of École normale supérieure
Access to world-class training and research through contact with exceptional researchers and faculty
Multidisciplinary education allowing students to study their major discipline while exploring other fields in Sciences and Humanities
Personalized mentorship system with customized training tailored to each student’s needs and goals
Research-oriented training from the outset with lessons given by leading researchers and internship periods in laboratories
Integration into the normaliens community with all associated privileges and networking opportunities
Two prestigious degrees upon completion: Master’s degree in specialty field and ENS diploma
Access to PSL University resources, libraries, research facilities, and academic networks
Other benefits.

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Must not be after their 26th birthday on December 1st of the application year
Be an international student from any country in the world
Must not have applied to the International Selection before

Must not have lived in France more than 10 months during the academic year of the selection nor the previous year
Must justify at least one year of undergraduate studies awarded by a foreign university during the calendar year preceding the start of applications
Must justify at least two years of undergraduate studies in a foreign university on September 1st following admission

Have outstanding academic results demonstrating excellence in previous university studies
Be driven by curiosity, open-mindedness, and a taste for research and innovation
Demonstrate intellectual freedom and interest in multidisciplinary learning

For Arts & Humanities applicants: Fluency in French is strongly recommended; disciplines include Anthropology, Archeology, Classical studies (Greek, Latin), Cinema, Theater studies, History of Art, Musicology, Cognitive sciences, Economics, Political studies, Geography, History, History and Philosophy of Law, History and Philosophy of Sciences, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, and Sociology
For Sciences applicants: Can apply in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Computing Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Cognitive Sciences
On rare occasions, the Director of ENS may authorize applications from candidates whose academic background is non-standard

Note: Kindly check the official website for full and complete requirements.

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Selection Criteria

The ENS International Selection employs a rigorous two-step competitive examination process designed to identify exceptional students with outstanding academic achievements, intellectual curiosity, and research potential.