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MEC Scholarships
Housing-based support for graduate study in Paris
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : July 4, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
The MEC Scholarships support Canadian students pursuing graduate studies in Paris. The program offers housing-based aid worth up to $10,000 CAD or €6,150, depending on the scholarship, for eligible academic stays and community involvement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : July 4, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Graduate studies in Paris.
- Academic research stay in Paris, where required.
- Participation in MEC community life, where required.
Documents Needed
- Completed application file
- Motivation letter
- Academic record
- Proof of admission or enrolment, where required
- Letter from an academic director, where required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian graduate students.
- Canadian master’s or doctoral students.
- Canadian students planning studies or research in Paris.
Who is not eligible
- Permanent residents without Canadian citizenship.
- Applicants without graduate-level study status.
- Applicants who already received a federal or provincial excellence scholarship in Canada.
Eligible expenses
- Housing and accommodation costs in Paris.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- Paris, France.
- Ile-de-France, France.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Incomplete or late files are not considered.
- Selected candidates receive the scholarship for the stated academic stay.
Additional information
- Only candidates eligible for the MEC can receive these scholarships.
- Some scholarships require active participation in MEC community life.
- One scholarship requires a CIUP file number in the motivation letter if admission is requested separately.
- Incomplete or late applications are not considered.
Frequently Asked Questions about the MEC Scholarships Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MEC Scholarships. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the MEC Scholarships?
The MEC Scholarships support Canadian students pursuing graduate studies in Paris. The program offers housing-based aid worth up to $10,000 CAD or €6,150, depending on the scholarship, for eligible academic stays and community involvement.
How much funding can be received?
MEC Scholarships Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the MEC Scholarships program?
To be eligible for the MEC Scholarships program, you must:
Canadian citizenship required
Graduate studies required
Strong academic record
What expenses are eligible under MEC Scholarships?
Graduate studies in Paris.
Academic research stay in Paris, where required.
Participation in MEC community life, where required.
Who can I contact for more information about the MEC Scholarships?
You can contact Maison des étudiants canadiens (MEC).
Where is the MEC Scholarships available?
The MEC Scholarships program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the MEC Scholarships?
MEC Scholarships is funded by Maison des étudiants canadiens (MEC)