📌 Why students choose
France offers excellent value via low public‑university tuition and strengths in business, luxury, arts, engineering, and research. Paris is a global business and culture center; many programs are available in English across the country.
🎯 Admission Requirements
Requirement | Bachelor’s (UG) | Master’s (PG) |
Academic Background | High school completion; preparatory pathways possible | Bachelor’s degree with solid GPA |
English/French | IELTS 6.0+ for English‑taught; French (B2) for French‑taught | IELTS 6.5+; French (B2/C1) if French‑taught |
Tests | Usually none; selective schools may interview | Some grandes écoles require tests/interviews |
Documents | Motivation letter, 2 LORs, CV, transcripts, funds proof | Motivation letter, 2 LORs, CV, transcripts, funds proof |
Funds/Proof | Monthly maintenance per embassy guidance | Monthly maintenance per embassy guidance |
Intakes | Sep primary; some Jan/Feb | Sep primary; some Jan/Feb |
Visa | Long‑stay student visa | Long‑stay student visa |
💰 Tuition & Fees (per year)
Degree | Public Universities | Private Universities | Notes |
Bachelor’s | €170–€3,000 (public) | €8,000–€20,000 (private) | Public fees are subsidized; non‑EU often higher |
Master’s | €250–€4,000 (public) | €10,000–€25,000 (private) | Grande école/business programs higher |
🏠 Living Costs & Benefits
Budget €9,000–€12,000 annually; Paris is the priciest for rent. CROUS student housing and transport passes reduce expenses. Student cafeterias offer subsidized meals; many museums are discounted or free for students.
- Strong in business (Grande Écoles), engineering, fashion, arts.
- Post‑study job‑search residence options (length varies).
- Central EU location for internships and travel.
• Vibrant culture and language opportunities.