The Émile Boutmy Scholarship: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders

Investing in education is an investment in the future, and the Émile Boutmy Scholarship at Sciences Po is a shining example of such commitment. This prestigious scholarship program aims to support exceptional international students who aspire to become the leaders of tomorrow. Let’s delve into the details of the Émile Boutmy Scholarship and understand how it opens doors to academic excellence and global leadership.

Overview of Émile Boutmy Scholarship:

Named after Émile Boutmy, the founder of Sciences Po, this scholarship was established with the vision of promoting diversity and attracting outstanding talents from around the world. It is a testament to Sciences Po’s dedication to fostering a global community of scholars who bring unique perspectives and experiences to the academic environment.

Eligibility Criteria:

The Émile Boutmy Scholarship is open to non-European Union students who are admitted to Sciences Po for an undergraduate or master’s program. Candidates are selected based on their academic achievements, motivation, and potential to contribute to the Sciences Po community. The scholarship is merit-based, reflecting the institution’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing academic excellence.

Financial Support:

Recipients of the Émile Boutmy Scholarship receive significant financial support to ease the financial burden of pursuing higher education. The scholarship covers a portion of the tuition fees for the entire duration of the chosen program. This support not only makes education more accessible but also allows students to focus on their studies and extracurricular activities, fostering an environment where talent can thrive.

UNDERGRADUATE FUNDING

The Émile Boutmy scholarship is awarded to students arriving at Sciences Po for their first year of studies. The Émile Boutmy programme can take several different forms:

  1. A tuition grant of €14,210 per year for the three years of the undergraduate programme.
  2. A tuition grant of €9,500 per year for the three years of the undergraduate programme.
  3. A tuition grant of €6,500 per year for the three years of the undergraduate programme.
  4. A tuition grant of €3,900 per year for the three years of the undergraduate programme. 

MASTERS FUNDING

The Émile Boutmy programme is a tuition grant of €13,100 (amount granted in 2023, the 2024 amount is yet to be confirmed) per year, for each year, which covers part of the tuition fees for the two years of the Master’s degree programme.

Émile Boutmy scholarship holders already at Sciences Po : the amount awarded through the scholarship is determined at the time of admission. It may be recalculated on a yearly basis, in accordance with tuition fee increases, when applicable. If you do not validate your academic year, your scholarship will be lost.

Application Process:

The application process for the Émile Boutmy Scholarship is seamlessly integrated into the standard admissions process at Sciences Po. Prospective students interested in being considered for the scholarship should indicate their wish to apply when submitting their application for admission. The selection committee carefully reviews each application, considering academic achievements, letters of recommendation, and the candidate’s statement of purpose.

Successful candidates are notified of their scholarship award along with their admission offer. This ensures that students are aware of the financial support available to them when making decisions about their education.

HOW TO APPLY:

The Émile Boutmy Scholarship stands as a beacon of opportunity, embodying Sciences Po’s dedication to nurturing global leaders. This scholarship is not automatically awarded, to apply candidates must follow the instructions below.

UNDERGRADUATE COLLEGE, FIRST TIME APPLICANTS

Applicants from foreign secondary schools must indicate that they are applying to the Émile Boutmy scholarship in the “Financial information” section of their Sciences Po application.

Please note that we might ask applicants to provide proof of income and documents explaining their family situation (e.g. income tax return for both parents, payslips, divorce certificate, unemployment benefits, documents related to alimony, child support or retirement pensions, death certificate…).

APPLICANTS FROM FRENCH SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Applicants from French secondary schools must contact the Admission Office by completing this form, once their application has been validated on Parcoursup. The applicants must provide proof of income and possibly documents explaining their family situation (e.g. income tax return for both parents, payslips, divorce certificate, unemployment benefits, documents related to alimony, child support or retirement pensions, death certificate…).

MASTER’S LEVEL, FIRST TIME APPLICANTS
Masters level candidates must indicate that they are applying to the Émile Boutmy scholarship in the “Financial information” section of their Sciences Po application. Please note that we might ask applicants to provide a proof of income and documents explaining their family situation (e.g. income tax return for both parents, payslips, divorce certificate, unemployment benefits, documents related to alimony, child support or retirement pensions, death certificate…). Applicants must also attach, if applicable, their language test.

CANDIDATES CURRENTLY IN DEFERRAL (UNDERGRADUATE COLLEGE AND MASTERS LEVEL)

Candidates who are currently in deferral can apply to the Émile Boutmy scholarship if they are in one of the following situations:

  • they did not apply to this scholarship in their application form
  • they had applied and obtained this scholarship last year but lost it due to the deferral

In this case, you need to apply to the Émile Boutmy scholarship by filling out this contact form before the deadline. This email should include your CV as well as the following information:

  1. Indicate the country in which you are resident for tax purposes 1
  2. Indicate the country in which you are resident for tax purposes 2 (optional)
  3. Total annual income (in euros) of the household from the year before last
  4. Number of financially dependent children in the household (including yourself)?
  5. Are any of your siblings currently pursuing higher education?