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Margaret McNamara Educational Grants (MMEG) · Universités accréditées en France

MMEG France Program scholarship, master

Deadline
65 days left
Funding
Partial funding
Level
Master’s
Country
France
Language
French

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MMEG France Program is a study grant for women aged 25 or older who are already enrolled in a master’s program at an accredited university in France, in fields such as engineering, health, science, education, or law. It provides partial financial support, with the amount varying according to demonstrated financial need. Applications are submitted online through the MMEG platform, with supporting documents and recommendation letters, by January 15, 2027.

Verified on 22 October 2026

This scholarship is for female students from developing countries, aged 25 or older, already enrolled in a master's program at a university in France: the program provides partial financial support based on need, with a deadline of January 15, 2027. Applications close on 15 January 2027, that is in 65 days.

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How to apply

Before preparing your application, check the blocking conditions.

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Conditions

Blocking requirements

  • Application language

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

  • Interdiction IA

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

  • Nationalité ou résidence dans un pays éligible

  • Âge minimum : 25 ans

  • Diplôme requis : Être inscrite dans une université ou école certifiée en France.

Watch points

  • Exclusion automatique

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading

The key phrase here is “already enrolled”: admission alone is not enough, you need an official recent proof of enrollment in a certified university or school in France. The useful reading is that the grant is decided as much by the administrative strength of the file as by the demonstrated financial need. The right order is simple: secure proof of enrollment first, then the two recommendation letters and the visa or residence permit copy, before submitting. Submit only once those documents are ready and consistent with your project.

Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.

Deadlines

Deadline: Open2026-2027

Date limite à 23h59 (heure de l'Est, États-Unis).

What is actually funded

  • TuitionPartially covered.Bourse d'études compétitive dont le montant varie selon les besoins financiers démontrés.

Countries covered

Eligible applicants are women aged 25 or older, nationals of an eligible country, already enrolled full-time in a certified university or school in France for a master’s degree. The decisive point is enrollment status: you must already be enrolled, not merely admitted. The minimum age is 25, and the program also requires an intention to work in or with a developing country after graduation.

Application pathway

A short path from reading the brief to submitting a properly prepared application.

  1. Check the conditions

    Read the exclusions and blocking requirements before investing time in the application.

  2. Prepare the documents

    Gather the documents below and confirm what the programme actually requests.

  3. Submit on the official site

    Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.

  4. Track the cycle

    Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.

Documents to prepare or confirm

This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.

  • Proof of enrolmentPreuve officielle d'inscription récente (pas une lettre d'admission).
  • Visa ou titre de séjourCopie du visa ou du titre de séjour.
  • Recommendation lettersDeux lettres de recommandation (une d'un membre du corps professoral de l'université actuelle, une d'une personne non membre de la famille).

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Master's cohort

Prepare three master's applications with a group

The deadline for this scholarship is 15 January 2027. Master's cohort: 6 live sessions of 90 minutes and 2 individual feedback sessions of 20 minutes. You prepare three applications and submit them yourself.

Apply to the cohort80,000 FCFA (about €122). 15 places, applications until 29 November, first session on 5 December.

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See also: Master's scholarships for African students · Scholarships to study in French

These briefs are drawn from official sources on the date shown. Programmes change their rules without notice: always check the provider’s own site before applying.

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