Excellence scholarship Bachelor - Bilingual classes - French Embassy in Laos

Program overview

The Excellence scholarship is designed to reward the best students in bilingual classes who wish to further their studies in France. It covers a range of fields and study levels, offering a valuable opportunity for academic growth.

Benefits and funding

The scholarship includes:

• A living grant to cover expenses in France.
• Return flight ticket from Laos to France.
• Registration fees at French higher education institutions (up to 5000 euros).
• Social security coverage for medical expenses.
• A back-to-school allowance.

Fields and study levels

Eligible fields of study include: Agriculture and food industry, Architecture, urban planning and territorial development, Arts, culture, design and fashion, Biology, Chemistry, Communication and journalism, Law, Environment and earth sciences, Computer science, Languages and literature, Management, finance and commerce, Mathematics, Physics, Health and social professions, Education sciences, Engineering sciences, Economic and political sciences, Humanities and social sciences, Sports, Tourism, hospitality and catering, Transport and logistics.

Study levels accepted are: Bachelor, BTS, DUT, BUT, Grandes Écoles, DN MADE.

Eligibility criteria

Candidates must be 18 years old or older and hold a higher education diploma. There are no specific domain requirements, but the DELF B2 language certificate is mandatory.

The scholarship is exclusively for students in bilingual classes or those who have completed their studies in a bilingual system.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted to the university coordinator officer:

• Online: https://www.vaophasafalang.com/
• By mail: Mrs. Jehanne Hirard, Service de Coopération et d'Action Culturelle, Ambassade de France, Rue Setthathirath, Vientiane, Laos.

Required documents include:

• Identity photo (x1)
• Copy of identity card or passport
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Certified copies of diplomas and transcripts
• Language certificate or exam registration (DELF B2, TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS B2 equivalent)
• Copies of pre-registrations in establishments / exchanges with French establishments

Selection process

The selection committee consists of a Franco-Lao jury and involves two steps:

1. Application form and creation of a waiting list.
2. Oral interview. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If a candidate refuses the scholarship offer, the next person on the waiting list will be granted an interview. Results are typically announced in January.

Key takeaways

• The Excellence scholarship is a valuable opportunity for Lao students to pursue higher education in France, covering various fields and study levels.
• Eligibility criteria include age, language proficiency, and enrollment in bilingual classes or completion of studies in a bilingual system.
• Applications must be submitted with specific documents, and the selection process involves a jury interview.