About the scholarship program
The Université de Tours is a public university in the Loire Valley, central France. For 2026–2027 it applies differentiated fees to new non-EU students but grants partial exemptions on request (pay the national rate) within the legal 30% cap, and automatically to students continuing their cycle.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
With a discount of up to 94%, tuition starts from €174.
Differentiated fees 2026–2027: €2,902 (licence) / €3,950 (master); national rate €178 / €255. Exchange students, CROUS and French government scholarship holders and apprentices pay no differentiated fees.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
Partial exemption (national rate)
€178 instead of €2,902 for a licence, €255 instead of €3,950 for a master — about 94% less.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
Université de Tours Partial Fee Exemption for Non-EU Students 2026–2027
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
- Non-EU/EEA/Swiss student newly enrolled at the Université de Tours in 2026–2027 (licence or master).
- Request after enrolment through the university’s exemption procedure; case-by-case review within the 30% legal cap.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Tuition Discount. Announced benefits: Partial exemption (national rate).
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Exemption request form of the university, submitted after enrolment, Proof of income and financial situation (student and family), Passport and residence permit / VLS-TS visa, Any document supporting the personal situation (family, health, crisis in home country…).
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.univ-tours.fr. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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