Eligibility

Applicants must be 27 years old or younger as of July 1, 2026 and in possession of a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. institution (completed between August 2023 and June 2026) with a GPA of no less than 3.7 on a 4.0 scale. Knowledge of French is not required for acceptance into the program.

Candidates must apply for admission to one of the French partner universities in addition to completing a Lafayette Fellowship application. The awarding of the scholarship is conditional upon admission to one of the partner institutions.

The Fellowship’s application materials include a transcript, cover letter, CV , personal statement in a video format, and three letters of recommendation, including two academic letters and one extracurricular letter. For a comprehensive overview of the program guidelines, download the PDF below.