Sciences Po, one of France’s most prestigious universities, is now accepting applications for the Émile Boutmy Scholarships 2025, created to attract the best international students (including Nigerians) from outside the European Union who wish to pursue Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in France.
Scholarship Overview
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University: Sciences Po
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Country: France
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Scholarship Name: Émile Boutmy Scholarship
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Degree Level: Undergraduate & Master’s
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Scholarship Type: Fully Funded / Partially Funded
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Deadline:
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Bachelor’s: February 23, 2025
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Master’s: December 1, 2025
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Scholarship Benefits
For Bachelor’s:
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€3,900 to €14,210 per year (for 3 years)
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Tuition reduction based on merit and need
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Additional housing grant (€5,000/year) in special cases
For Master’s:
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Tuition grant of €13,000 per year (for 2 years)
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Potential partial living allowance
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Renewal upon satisfactory academic performance
Eligibility Criteria
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Must be a non-EU international student (Nigeria is eligible)
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Must be applying to Sciences Po for the first time
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Must demonstrate academic excellence and financial need
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Must not be applying through the French Campus France procedure
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For master’s: Must hold a bachelor’s degree by September 2025
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For undergraduate: Must have completed secondary education outside France
Required Documents
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Academic transcripts
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Personal statement / Motivation letter
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Proof of income or financial need
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Copy of valid international passport
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Language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/DALF or equivalent, depending on course language)
How to Apply
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Apply to Sciences Po via their online admission platform:
https://www.sciencespo.fr/admissions/en/ -
In the “Financial Information” section of the application, select the Émile Boutmy Scholarship option.
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Upload the required documents before the relevant deadline.
Official Website
Learn more:
https://www.sciencespo.fr/students/en/fees-funding/financial-aid/emile-boutmy-scholarship.html
Tip: The scholarship is very competitive. Emphasize your leadership experience, civic engagement and how your academic goals align with global development or diplomacy.