Algerian students continue to make a significant impact in French universities. According to data from Campus France, Algeria ranks second among countries with the most students in France, just behind Morocco. This position highlights the ongoing appeal of French institutions to young Algerians and the importance of academic mobility between the two countries. Many Algerian students enroll in various fields and levels of study, from undergraduate to doctoral programs.
The majority of Algerian students in France are enrolled in public universities. Others pursue their studies in specialized institutions, such as business schools, engineering schools, art and architecture schools, as well as preparatory classes and technical sections. This mobility trend continues, with new students arriving for the 2025-2026 academic year. The French Embassy in Algeria and Campus France Algeria have announced that several thousand study visas will be issued to Algerian nationals.
The Algerian community in France is a significant one, with many students choosing to pursue their higher education in French institutions. For the 2025-2026 academic year, the French Embassy and Campus France Algeria have announced the issuance of several thousand study visas to Algerian nationals. This new influx of students will contribute to the ongoing academic exchanges between the two countries.
Campus France Algeria has announced the launch of a call for applications for the France Excellence Eiffel scholarships for the 2027-2028 academic year. These scholarships are open to Algerian students pursuing master's and doctoral studies. The program, established by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, aims to attract top international students to French higher education institutions.
The France Excellence Eiffel program covers seven study domains, including science and technology, as well as humanities and social sciences. The scholarship provides a monthly stipend of 1,200 euros for master's students and 2,100 euros for doctoral students. The duration of the funding varies depending on the chosen program, with a maximum of 24 months for a master's degree and 36 months for a doctoral degree.
Algerian students interested in applying for the Eiffel scholarship must follow a specific procedure. They must first choose a French university or school that aligns with their study project and contact the international relations department to learn about the application conditions and internal deadlines. If the institution accepts the application, it will be transmitted to Campus France.
The results of the selection for the 2027 campaign are expected to be announced during the week of April 12, 2027. Algerian students who plan to pursue a master's or doctoral degree in France are encouraged to prepare their project and contact the institutions that can support them in this process.
Key points
- Algerian students rank second in foreign student population in France.
- The France Excellence Eiffel scholarship program is open to Algerian students pursuing master's and doctoral studies.
- The application deadline for the Eiffel scholarship is January 6, 2027.
