| Feature | Program Details |
|---|---|
| Host Institution | Sciences Po (Paris and regional campuses, France) |
| Target Audience | Top international students from outside the European Union |
| Study Levels | Undergraduate (Bachelor's) and Master's |
| Undergraduate Funding | Tuition grant between €3,600 and €14,200 per year for 3 years |
| Master's Funding | Tuition grant of €13,100 per year for 2 years |
| Application Method | Integrated within the Sciences Po admission portal |
Named after the founder of Sciences Po, the Émile Boutmy scholarship is awarded to top-performing international students from outside the European Union. This merit-based and profile-based grant is designed specifically to attract the brightest minds in political science, international relations, law, economics, and history to study in France.
Funding Levels & Benefits
The Émile Boutmy Scholarship is fundamentally a tuition grant. It operates on a tiered system determined by the admissions and scholarship jury.
Undergraduate (Bachelor) Level
For the three years of the undergraduate programme, the scholarship takes the form of a tuition grant. The jury can award one of the following amounts:
- A tuition grant of €14,200 per year.
- A tuition grant of €9,500 per year.
- A tuition grant of €6,500 per year.
- A tuition grant of €3,600 per year.
Master's Level
For the two years of the master's programme, the funding is generally standardized:
- A tuition grant of €13,100 per year.
Condition of Renewal: To retain the scholarship for the second or third year, students must successfully validate their academic year and remain registered at Sciences Po. Deferring admission forfeits the scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Émile Boutmy scholarship, you must strictly meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: You must be a first-time applicant from a non-European Union state, whose household does not file taxes within the European Union.
- Admissions Status: You must have successfully applied and been admitted to a Sciences Po Undergraduate or Master's degree programme.
Who is NOT eligible?
Sciences Po maintains a strict list of ineligible profiles. You cannot apply if you are:
- A Swiss or Norwegian citizen.
- A candidate who has dual citizenship, including an EU citizenship.
- A candidate from Quebec.
- Applying to a dual-degree programme (unless specifically stated otherwise, such as specific journalism dual degrees).
- A Ph.D. programme applicant.
- Applying to the 1-year Master's programmes.
- An exchange student.
How to Apply
The application process for the Émile Boutmy scholarship is entirely integrated into the standard Sciences Po admissions portal. There is no separate external application form.
- Start your Admissions Application: Create an account on the Sciences Po admissions portal and begin filling out your degree application.
- Navigate to Financial Information: In the application form, locate the "Financial information" section.
- Select the Scholarship: Explicitly indicate that you wish to apply for the Émile Boutmy scholarship.
- Provide Required Documents: You will be prompted to attach proof of income and documents explaining your family's financial situation (e.g., tax returns, payslips, or official certificates).
The admissions jury evaluates both your academic excellence and your social/financial profile to determine the final award amount.
Application Timeline
The scholarship deadlines are directly tied to the university admission deadlines and operate on a strict annual cycle. Always verify exact dates on the Sciences Po portal, but they generally follow this pattern:
- Undergraduate Programmes (from foreign high schools): Deadline is usually in mid-February.
- Undergraduate Programmes (from French high schools): Must apply via Parcoursup, deadline is usually in early March.
- Master's Programmes: Deadline is usually in early December of the year prior to intake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Émile Boutmy Scholarship?
Top-performing international students from outside the European Union who are applying to a Bachelor's or Master's program at Sciences Po for the very first time.
Is the Émile Boutmy Scholarship fully funded?
It is a substantial tuition grant rather than a full-ride living scholarship. It covers up to €14,200 per year for undergraduate studies and €13,100 per year for Master's programs to offset tuition fees.
Do I need to submit a separate application?
No. You must indicate that you are applying for the Émile Boutmy scholarship directly within the 'Financial information' section of your primary Sciences Po application form.
Can dual citizens apply?
If you hold dual citizenship and one of your nationalities is from a European Union member state, you are generally not eligible for the Émile Boutmy scholarship.
Official Resources
- Sciences Po Official Information Page: sciencespo.fr