SAFAR Doctoral Scholarship Program: Call for Applications

The LAU School of Engineering (SOE) calls for applications for the 2025 SAFAR Doctoral Scholarship Program. This initiative provides an excellent opportunity for MS students to pursue a fully funded PhD in France starting September 2025 under the co-supervision of a faculty member from LAU SOE. Outstanding BE undergraduates with notable research achievements (e.g., URE courses or published work at the undergraduate level) can also be considered for this program.

Key Details

• Co-Funded Doctoral Scholarships: 3-year program for Lebanese students in collaboration with French institutions.
• Funding:
  • 18 months in France (€1,770/month, covered by the French Embassy)
  • 18 months in Lebanon ($1,100/month, covered by SOE)
• Eligibility: Lebanese nationals who will hold a Master’s degree by July 2025 or undergraduates with notable research experience.
• Call for Applications - Full Details
• Deadline: Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2025.
• Submission of Application:
  • Fill out the application
  • Submit the completed application at SAFAR 2025 Scholarships - Call for Applications.
  • A copy of the application should also be sent to dean.soe@lau.edu.lb by the same deadline (April 1, 2025).