Overview
The Chateaubriand Fellowship is strictly for:
PhD (Doctoral-level) students only
Description
The Chateaubriand Fellowship is strictly for:
PhD (Doctoral-level) students only
Bachelor’s and Master’s students are not eligible.
Eligibility
To apply, candidates must:
Be currently enrolled in a PhD program at an accredited U.S. university.
Have approval for co-supervision between their U.S. advisor and a French research advisor.
Conduct research in a French university, research institute, or laboratory.
Submit an agreement letter from their U.S. advisor.
Submit an invitation letter from a French professor or research supervisor.
Not be a French citizen or dual citizen.
French language proficiency is not required.
Additional Information
Degree Level
The Chateaubriand Fellowship is strictly for:
PhD (Doctoral-level) students only
Bachelor’s and Master’s students are not eligible.
1 Stem Track
Eligible research topics include:
Science
Engineering
Mathematics
Computer Science
Biology & Health
Ecology
Technology
Environmental Sciences
All STEM and Health-related fields are accepted.
Special 2026–27 partnership with Université Clermont Auvergne includes:
Climate, Biodiversity, Health (UMR LaMP, PIAF, LMGE, iGRED, IMOST, M2ISH, MEDIS, NEURODOL, ICCF).
2 Humanities Social Sciences Hss Track
Eligible HSS fields include:
Literature
History
Economics
Law
Anthropology
Sociology
Political Science
Gender Studies
Communication
Philosophy
All disciplines in Humanities & Social Sciences
Special HSS partnership with Université Clermont Auvergne includes research in democracy, gender, Anthropocene, and socio-economic vulnerability.
Benefits
STEM Fellowship Benefits
Monthly stipend: Up to €1,850/month
Round-trip airfare support
Health insurance coverage
Support from French research organizations (Inserm, Inria, CNRS)
Opportunity to engage in NSF’s GROW partnership (when applicable)
HSS Fellowship Benefits
€1,704 monthly stipend
Round-trip airfare (booked by Campus France, covered up to €1,410)
Health insurance
Strong academic support from Campus France
Eligible Nationalities
All nationalities can apply, as long as the applicant is enrolled in a U.S. university.
French citizens and dual French–U.S. citizens are NOT eligible.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
Be currently enrolled in a PhD program at an accredited U.S. university.
Have approval for co-supervision between their U.S. advisor and a French research advisor.
Conduct research in a French university, research institute, or laboratory.
Submit an agreement letter from their U.S. advisor.
Submit an invitation letter from a French professor or research supervisor.
Not be a French citizen or dual citizen.
French language proficiency is not required.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: January 25, 2026 (11:59 pm EST)
Results / Award Notification: May 2026
Research Start Period: Between Sept 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027
Applications Open: October 8, 2025
Application Documents Stem Hss
Applicants must prepare:
Personal information & academic background
Degree transcripts (unofficial accepted)
CV / publication list
Summary of U.S. research
Summary of planned research in France
3-page research proposal (project description)
Letter of agreement from U.S. supervisor
Letter of invitation from French host supervisor
1–3 recommendation letters
Contact information for French host laboratory
Optional:
Co-tutelle (joint PhD) agreement, if applicable.
Application Process Step By Step
Step 1: Identify a French Research Lab
Find a suitable French research team or professor willing to host and co-supervise your research.
Step 2: Obtain Advisor Letters
Secure:
Agreement letter (U.S. advisor)
Invitation letter (French advisor)
Step 3: Prepare Research Documents
Write:
Research summary
3-page detailed project description
List of publications and academic accomplishments
Step 4: Complete the Online Application
Fill out the application form for STEM or HSS .
Step 5: Upload Required Documents
Ensure all documents are complete — incomplete applications are not reviewed.
Step 6: Submit Before Deadline
Submit by January 25, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Do I need to be a U.S. citizen? No. Any nationality can apply, but you must be enrolled in a U.S. university. French and dual French citizens cannot apply.
Can Master’s or Bachelor’s students apply? No. The fellowship is strictly for PhD candidates.
Do I need to know French? No. French language knowledge is optional and depends on the host institution.
Can I split my stay in France into multiple trips? For STEM: sometimes possible depending on host approval. For HSS: usually not allowed unless explicitly approved.
Who evaluates my application? For STEM: Expert committees in the U.S. and France review each project. For HSS: Review by the French Ministry of Higher Education & final ranking committee.
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