Scholarship program - Foundation for Education TEV/ French Embassy in Turkey

Published in 26 Jun 2026 by @Marwen 26 Jun 2026

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Scholarship program co-financed by the French Embassy in Turkey and the Turkish Foundation for Education TEV. They are granted for the preparation, in France, of a Master's degree or, under certain conditions, of an engineering diploma for one year.

The Foundation for Education TEV/French Embassy in Turkey Scholarship Program offers an exciting opportunity for Turkish students to pursue their academic dreams in France. This co-financed scholarship, supported by the French Embassy in Turkey and the Turkish Foundation for Education (TEV), provides a unique chance to study at a Master's level or, under certain conditions, obtain an engineering diploma in France.

Program Overview

This scholarship program has been running since 2004 and is designed to support students from Turkey in their academic pursuits. It covers all fields of study, with a focus on various disciplines such as agriculture, architecture, arts, biology, chemistry, communication, law, computer science, languages, management, mathematics, physics, health sciences, education, engineering, economics, humanities, sports, tourism, and more.

The language of instruction is either French (with a minimum B2 level - C1 preferred) or English. The program caters to students who have received acceptance for their first or second year of a Master's degree, with preference given to those in the second year.

Benefits and Funding

Maintenance Allowance: €860 per month, co-financed by the French Embassy and TEV Foundation.
Exemption from University registration fees.

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: Master's degree (Master 1 or 2, with preference for Master 2)

Eligibility Criteria

Under 30 years old.
Turkish nationality (no dual nationality).
Graduated with a bachelor's degree and a minimum general average of 3 out of 4.
Acceptance for the first or second year of a Master's degree, with preference for the second year.
Minimum B2 level in French (C1 preferred) or equivalent language proficiency for English programs.

How to Apply

The application process is managed by the TEV Foundation. Required documents include: "TEV - Burslar - Yurt Dışı Burs Başvuruları"

Selection Process

The selection is a two-step process:

Pre-selection by the TEV Foundation.
A jury, comprising members from the French Embassy and TEV Foundation, reviews and interviews pre-selected candidates.

Key Takeaways

This scholarship program offers a unique opportunity for Turkish students to study in France at the Master's level or obtain an engineering diploma.
It covers all fields of study and provides financial support, including a maintenance allowance and exemption from university fees.
The selection process involves pre-selection by TEV Foundation followed by a jury review.

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