IDIL Scholarships at the University of Montpellier 2025

University of Montpellier: Call for Applications – IDIL Scholarships (InterDisciplinary In Lab) 2025-2026.

Are you aspiring to pursue a high-level Master’s degree in France within a stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment? The IDIL program at the University of Montpellier offers an exceptional opportunity for international students through its dedicated scholarship scheme.

These scholarships provide financial support for both Master 1 and Master 2 programs, which combine academic coursework with hands-on laboratory immersion at the university’s research facilities. Selected students will benefit from comprehensive financial aid, including:

• A monthly stipend of up to €600 for a period of four months,
• Full coverage of internship costs,
• International travel assistance of up to €600.

Eligibility Criteria for IDIL Scholarships

The call for applications is open to international students who have not been enrolled in any French higher education institution within the past two years. These scholarships are intended for high-potential, motivated profiles seeking to engage in an advanced academic curriculum in France.

Key Information

• Level of study: Master’s programs & Engineering degree
• Application deadline: August 31, 2025
• Scholarship amount: €3,000 (for Master 1) or €2,400 (for Master 2)
• Eligible applicants: Open to candidates of all nationalities

Scholarship Benefits

The IDIL program offers comprehensive financial assistance to international students, which includes:

• A monthly scholarship of €600 awarded for 4 months during the first semester of Master 1 and Master 2,
• Relocation support of up to €600 to assist with travel expenses to Montpellier,
• An internship stipend of approximately €550 per month for a 6-month internship period,
• Cultural integration activities, including French language courses and cultural excursions.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the IDIL scholarship at the University of Montpellier, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be an international student who has not attended any French higher education institution in the past two years;
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study;
• Demonstrate a minimum English proficiency of B2 level;
• Submit an application and gain admission to one of the eligible IDIL programs.

Eligible Programs

The IDIL scholarships are applicable to a carefully selected range of Master’s and Engineering degree programs, including:

• Master in Applied Ecological and Evolutionary Sciences
• Master in Chemistry for Health, Protection and Nutrition
• Master in Comparative Politics and Public Policies
• Master in Earth and Water in the Face of Global Changes
• Master in Eco-epidemiology of Emerging Diseases
• Master in Sustainable Management and Transition
• Master in Modeling of Biological and Environmental Systems
• Master in Photonic and Electronic Sensors for Environment and Health
• Master in Plant and Microbial Sciences for Agro-Environment
• Master in Human Health Sciences
• Engineering Degree in Research and Innovation

More details on the eligible programs can be found here: https://idil.edu.umontpellier.fr/master-idil/les-parcours/

Application Procedure

The IDIL scholarship is automatically awarded to any international student admitted to one of the eligible programs under the IDIL scheme. To receive this scholarship, the applicant must not have studied at a French higher education institution during the previous two years. The scholarship award remains subject to administrative verification upon arrival in France.

There is no separate application process for the scholarship itself; it is automatically granted to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

To apply for the available Master’s and Engineering programs within the IDIL framework, please consult the official page.

Official page

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