Emile Boutmy Scholarships Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
The selection process is based on academic merit and the specific profile sought for the program. Strong academic records are essential. Social criteria and financial need may also be taken into account. The Admissions Department at Sciences Po is responsible for awarding the scholarships.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Emile Boutmy Scholarships
Q.Can I apply for the Emile Boutmy scholarship if I am already a student at Sciences Po?
No, the Émile Boutmy scholarship is exclusively for first-time applicants to Sciences Po. Students already enrolled in a degree program at Sciences Po are not eligible to apply.
Q.Is there a separate application form or portal for the Emile Boutmy scholarship?
No, there is no separate application for the Emile Boutmy scholarship. You must indicate your interest in the scholarship within the 'Financial information' section of your main Sciences Po online admission application.
Q.What happens if I am granted the scholarship but decide to defer my admission to Sciences Po?
If you are awarded the Émile Boutmy scholarship and then choose to defer your admission, your scholarship will be forfeited. The scholarship is tied to the admission year.
Q.Can the Emile Boutmy scholarship be combined with other scholarships?
Generally, the Émile Boutmy scholarship cannot be combined with other major scholarships (e.g., AEFE, BGF). However, in some rare cases and if approved by the jury, it may be combined with certain external scholarships like the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship, which could provide additional living stipends, travel, and health insurance.