Does Fondation Rainbow Bridge still exist?
Yes. Fondation de France still lists the foundation and says it awards scholarships to MBA students.
Is the €20,000 HEC scholarship open?
A current HEC Paris round with those terms could not be verified.
What does the current page require?
MBA study, very strong academics and strong community/public-interest commitment.
Can Pakistani women apply?
Historical HEC criteria covered women from Asia and Africa, but current eligibility needs a new call.
What did this scholarship historically cover?
These benefits belong to an earlier verified programme cycle and must be reconfirmed if a new call opens.
The foundation remains active and states that it awards MBA scholarships, but the old HEC €20,000 terms are historical until a current call is verified.
Other verified benefits
Historical HEC Paris listings described a €20,000 MBA scholarship.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
Historical €20,000 support did not cover full MBA tuition and living costs.
Who is eligible to apply?
Current foundation page mentions MBA status, very strong academics and strong commitment to one’s community or a public-interest cause.
Current foundation page does not confirm HEC Paris, €20,000 or 2026/27 dates.
Eligible countries
Historical HEC version targeted high-calibre women from African and Asian countries affected by natural disasters, drought or famine.
Language requirements
HEC Paris MBA admission requirements would apply if partnership is renewed.
Which documents were historically required?
This is a historical checklist, not a current application checklist.
- Admission/offer letter
- CV or résumé
- Statement of purpose
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- English test certificate
What should you do next?
- Check the Fondation Rainbow Bridge page for a fresh call.
- If an HEC partnership is renewed, secure MBA admission first.
- Use only current award terms.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Rainbow Bridge MBA Scholarship open now?
A current HEC Paris application round is not publicly verified.
What was the historical value?
Historical HEC Paris listings described a €20,000 partial MBA scholarship.