What the funding covers
- €1,400 a month for 24 months, for living, travel, visa and settling-in costs.
- Participation costs for the 2027–2029 cohort had not been published on 7 November 2026; the previous cohort paid €10,000 for two years as non-Europeans.
What you will still pay
| Cost | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Living costs | €1,400 a month for scholarship holders |
| Participation costs | To be announced for 2027–2029 |
Who can apply
- Applicants of all nationalities, within the limit on scholarships per nationality.
- A bachelor's (180 ECTS) or equivalent in a STEM subject. Final-year students must prove graduation by July 2027.
- English: TOEFL iBT, IELTS 6.5 (no part below 6.0), Cambridge CPE or CAE (180), or proof that at least one semester was taught entirely in English. Tests must be less than two years old.
Which nationalities can apply
Every nationality can apply.
Documents you will need
- ID copy
- STEM bachelor's diploma with English translation
- Transcripts with GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Motivation letter, up to 500 words
- Europass CV, two pages maximum
- Two English recommendation letters
- English proof
How to apply
- Apply online between 6 January and 6 March 2027, midnight Paris time.
- Upload your ID, STEM diploma with English translation, transcripts with a 4.0 GPA, a motivation letter of up to 500 words, a Europass CV of up to two pages, a training plan ranking three mobility tracks, two English recommendation letters, your English proof and a photo.
- Interviews are on 18, 19, 22, 23 and 24 March 2027, and rankings and scholarship offers come in early April. Welcome days are in the first week of September 2027.
Before you apply: things to know
- A medium-of-instruction letter from a Ghanaian or Nigerian university meets the English requirement if it shows your teaching was entirely in English.
- The final document list is published from mid-October; check it before you apply.
- You are not eligible if the scholarships for your nationality have already been filled.
Common questions
When can I apply to ImAGEin?
From 6 January to 6 March 2027 at midnight Paris time.
Which degrees qualify for ImAGEin?
A bachelor's of 180 ECTS or equivalent in a STEM subject.
Does ImAGEin accept a medium-of-instruction letter?
Yes, as proof that at least one semester was taught entirely in English.
A working timeline
Counting back from the next deadline (Mar 6, 2027). Steps marked NOW are already due if you start today.
Dec 12, 2026Research the route in depth: confirm eligibility, costs and every required document
Dec 26, 2026Ask your referees (for a PhD, email potential supervisors with a short, specific pitch)
Jan 9, 2027Write the first full draft of your motivation letter or statement of purpose
Jan 23, 2027Order transcripts and certified translations · book any language test
Feb 6, 2027Second draft: get feedback from someone who reads critically
Feb 20, 2027Finalise every document and complete the online form
Feb 27, 2027Submit, but never on the last day
Mar 6, 2027Deadline