Deadline: March 15, 2026
Applications are open for the UNIV’R Scholarships to France 2026. The UNIV’R Programme (Campus France, UNHCR, AUF) is now open for applications for Master’s-level studies in France starting September 2026. You can choose up to two masters programmes from the participating universities.
The UNIV’R programme, supported by Campus France, the UNHCR and the AUF, allows selected refugees residing in a first country of asylum to benefit from material and financial support for the pursuit of their studies in France. Beneficiaries come to France on a student visa. At the end of their training, they can apply for a one-year residence permit to look for a job, but there is no guarantee of permanent residence.
Scholarship
The programme offers:
- Full scholarship (living costs, travel, social security)
- No tuition or visa fees
- Administrative support + student housing
- Long‑stay student visa (individual; no family reunification)
Eligibility
- Be legally recognized as a refugee by the first host country or by UNHCR (asylum seekers are not eligible).
- Reside in a first country of asylum outside the European Union.
- Be no more than 30 years old at the time of application.
- Have a degree at least equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the targeted training.
- Have a B2 level in French, or in English for training given in English.
Application
Applicants must complete and submit the form via UNHCR’s dedicated platform by 15 March 2026 at 23:59 (Paris time).
For more information, visit UNIV’R Scholarships to France.
