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FRANCE PROGRAM
Funding for women studying in France
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
January 15, 2023
Opened November 15, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides US$5,000 grants to women studying in France. It supports graduate and undergraduate study for women from eligible developing countries who aim to improve the lives of women and children.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time study in France
- Undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral/research studies
Documents Needed
- Photo ID or university/school ID with date of birth
- Proof of current enrollment in France
- Recent official transcript or grades
- Passport visa page or residence permit
- Passport data page with clear photo
- Two recommendation letters
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women from eligible countries
- Students enrolled in universities or schools in France
- Undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral/research students
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not women
- Students under 25 years old
- Applicants not enrolled full-time in France
- Applicants from countries not on the eligible country list
- Family members of certain World Bank, IMF, IDB, or MMEG Board affiliates
Eligible geographic areas
- France
- Eligible countries listed by MMEG
Selection criteria
- Academic enrollment in France and full-time study status
- Focus on improving the lives of women and children
- Complete application with all required documents
- Interview performance for shortlisted candidates
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program requirements
- Read the checklist and FAQ before starting.
- Confirm that you meet the general and France Program-specific criteria.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting materials
- Scan the required identity, enrollment, academic, and visa documents.
- Gather two recommendation contacts.
- Step 3: Complete the online application
- Select “France Program” in the form.
- Fill in the application in French.
- Upload the required documents and provide referee email addresses.
- Step 4: Submit and follow up
- Submit the application online before the deadline.
- Wait for Embark updates on recommendations and application status.
Processing and Agreement
- Only complete applications are reviewed
- Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview
- Results are announced on the program website
- Selected applicants receive the grant after the decision process
Additional information
- Applications are submitted in French.
- No application fee is charged.
- Only complete applications with all required documents are considered.
- Finalists are contacted for a telephone or video interview.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the FRANCE PROGRAM Program
What is the FRANCE PROGRAM?
This program provides US$5,000 grants to women studying in France. It supports graduate and undergraduate study for women from eligible developing countries who aim to improve the lives of women and children.
How much funding can be received?
FRANCE PROGRAM Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 15, 2023.
Who is eligible for the FRANCE PROGRAM program?
To be eligible for the FRANCE PROGRAM program, you must:
Women aged 25 or older
Nationals of eligible countries
Enrolled full-time in France
What expenses are eligible under FRANCE PROGRAM?
Full-time study in France
Undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral/research studies
Who can I contact for more information about the FRANCE PROGRAM?
You can contact Margaret McNamara Education Grants (MMEG) by email at france@mmeg.org.
Where is the FRANCE PROGRAM available?
The FRANCE PROGRAM program is available across Canada.