Jean Moulin University Lyon 3 - FSDIE Social Section

What the FSDIE social grant gives you

You will receive a one-off payment to cover certain costs if you find yourself in financial difficulty whilst studying. The amount is determined on a case-by-case basis, so there is no fixed sum and no monthly payment. Jean Moulin Lyon University 3 funds this through the FSDIE, a solidarity fund for students, which is mainly financed by tuition fees. The money covers a specific expense. Examples include travel costs for a work placement, a period abroad as part of an exchange programme, textbooks or equipment, additional costs related to a disability, or any other situation that jeopardises your studies.

Who can apply

• University: You are enrolled at Jean Moulin University in Lyon 3.
• Type of study: You are enrolled on a standard full-time degree programme. Continuing professional development courses for working adults and distance-learning programmes are not taken into account, unless your distance-learning programme is due to an illness or disability.
• Financial need: You are in financial difficulty and can explain this during a meeting with a social worker at CROUS, the French student services organisation.
• Field of study: Anyone interested is very welcome.
• Nationality: All nationalities can apply.
• How often: You may receive a maximum of two FSDIE scholarships per cycle of study – for example, one during your Bachelor’s degree and one during your Master’s degree – provided you are studying in Lyon 3.

How to apply

Make an appointment with a social worker at the Pôle Vie Étudiante. Download the two application forms from the student intranet, Net3, complete them and hand them in at your appointment. A committee meets several times a year to make a decision. Two of the deadlines are 29 January and 4 April, and your documents must be submitted 10 to 15 days before each meeting. You should therefore apply well in advance.