Bachelor's Degree (Licence)
Three-year undergraduate programs with comprehensive education.
- Baccalauréat or equivalent, French proficiency
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Excellence in Arts, Sciences, and Innovation
3,500+Higher Education Institutions
370K+International Students
Top 100Global Rankings
Why France
France offers world-class education with a rich cultural heritage and strong emphasis on research and innovation. With affordable tuition fees and excellent quality of life, France attracts students from around the world.
- Affordable tuition fees at public universities
- Rich cultural heritage and history
- Strong research opportunities
- Gateway to Europe
- Excellent quality of life
The education system
France's education system is known for its rigorous academic standards and strong research focus. The system emphasizes critical thinking and practical application of knowledge.
Master's Degree
Two-year graduate programs with research and coursework focus.
- Bachelor's degree, French proficiency
Doctorate (PhD)
Research-intensive programs typically lasting 3-4 years.
- Master's degree, research proposal, French proficiency
Top universities
Sorbonne University
- Arts
- Humanities
- Sciences
- Medicine
École Polytechnique
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Computer Science
Sciences Po
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Economics
- Law
Popular programs
Business & Management
Study business at prestigious French business schools (Grandes Écoles).
- Tuition: €0 - €15,000/year
- Careers: Management Consultant, Investment Banker, Entrepreneur
Engineering
Pursue engineering at top French engineering schools.
- Tuition: €0 - €15,000/year
- Careers: Engineer, Research Scientist, Technical Manager
Arts & Design
Study arts and design in the cultural capital of the world.
- Tuition: €0 - €10,000/year
- Careers: Artist, Designer, Creative Director
Admission requirements
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- French proficiency test scores
- Motivation letter
- Letters of recommendation
- Financial documentation
- Passport copy
English tests
DELFB2
DALFC1
TCFB2
IELTS Academic6.0-7.0
Cost of living
Tuition Fees€0 - €15,000/yearPublic universities are very affordable, private schools cost more
Accommodation€4,000 - €12,000/yearStudent housing or shared apartments
Food & Groceries€2,500 - €4,500/yearCooking at home or student cafeterias
Transportation€500 - €1,500/yearPublic transport with student discounts
Health Insurance€200 - €600/yearStudent health insurance
Personal Expenses€2,000 - €4,000/yearEntertainment, clothing, and miscellaneous
The student visa
Visa fees: €99 (Student visa application fee)
Get Admission
Receive admission letter from a French institution
Apply for Visa
Submit student visa application at French consulate
Campus France
Complete Campus France procedure if required
Interview
Attend visa interview if required
Visa documents
- Valid passport
- Admission letter from French institution
- Proof of financial resources (€615/month)
- Health insurance certificate
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- French proficiency test results
- Passport-size photographs
Working while you study
During your studies
International students can work up to 964 hours per year (60% of full-time work).
After you graduate
Graduates can stay in France for 12 months to look for employment in their field.