Bézout Excellence Masters Scholarship 2026 — Fully Funded €1,300/Month in France (Math & Computer Science)

If you are a Mathematics or Computer Science student who dreams of doing serious research in Europe, the Bézout Excellence Masters Scholarship 2026 is one of the most exciting and lesser-known opportunities available right now. Supported by the GP-DS (Graduate Programs in Doctoral Studies) SFRI Programme and hosted at Université Gustave Eiffel — one of France’s newest and most forward-looking universities, located just outside Paris — this scholarship provides €1,300 per month for 11 months, enrolment in a cutting-edge M2 research programme, and a direct pathway to a fully funded PhD. Applications are open until 31 May 2026.

This scholarship has been running since 2012 and has produced some of Europe’s finest young researchers. If you have a strong academic background in mathematics or computer science and want to launch a world-class research career, this is your moment.

About Université Gustave Eiffel & Bézout Labex

Every year since 2012, the Bézout Labex has offered mobility scholarships for outstanding students who wish to study at the master’s level in an integrated program combining mathematics and computer science: the “Bézout excellence program.” In 2025, the program opened thanks to the SFRI Program GP-DS. DAAD

The university sits just outside Paris — giving you full access to one of the world’s greatest cities while studying at a research-intensive institution. The Bézout laboratories include world-class research teams working in applied mathematics, theoretical computer science, probability, combinatorics, and smart computing.

Scholarship Details at a Glance

What Does the Scholarship Cover?

Selected applicants will receive a monthly scholarship amount worth around €1,300 for the entire duration of the program, adding up to 11 months. The program will also pay for university registration fees for all the Bézout master’s students enrolled in this scholarship program. The students, on their part, will only have to pay a mandatory €100 yearly fee for CVEC.

In full:

• ✔️ €1,300 per month for 11 months = €14,300 total
• ✔️ University registration fees fully paid
• ✔️ 3–4 month research internship in a top Bézout laboratory
• ✔️ Direct PhD invitation for top-performing scholars
• ✔️ Access to world-class research facilities near Paris

Eligibility Requirements

This one-year program is open to students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or computer science and have passed the first year of a master’s or PhD program. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. MESA

To qualify, you must:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or Computer Science
• Have completed the first year of a Master’s or PhD program
• Show strong academic performance and research motivation
• Be available to study full-time in France from September 2026

Required Documents

• Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s + M1 year)
• CV / Resume
• Motivation letter explaining your research interests
• Recommendation letter(s) from professors
• Proof of English and/or French language proficiency

Pro Tips to Win This Scholarship

1. Highlight your research experience — even small research projects count
2. Be specific about which Bézout research lab interests you most and why
3. Women are specifically encouraged to apply — mention your commitment to diversity in STEM
4. This scholarship cannot be combined with any other financial aid — make sure you are not receiving other funding when applying.
5. Apply early — only about 10 scholarships are awarded per year, so competition is high

Deadline

May 31, 2026 — Less than 2 weeks away!

Apply NOW!