Study in France 🇫🇷
Elite Grandes Écoles, rich cultural heritage, and heavily subsidized European tuition. Discover top universities, scholarship programs, visa guidelines, and post-study career opportunities.
France Overview
Destination Snapshot
Top reasons to choose France
Grandes Écoles Prestige
HEC Paris, INSEAD, École Polytechnique, and Sorbonne offer premier European academic standing and global networks.
Government-Subsidized Tuition
The French government covers the majority of public university tuition for both domestic and international scholars.
Post-Study APS Residence
Master’s graduates are eligible for the 2-year job-seeker residence permit (APS / Recherche d’emploi).
Unrestricted Schengen Access
Your student residence permit grants seamless, visa-free travel across all 29 European Schengen member states.
National Rent Subsidies
All international students qualify for CAF housing assistance, reimbursing 20% to 40% of your monthly accommodation costs.
High Graduate Salaries
Major multinational recruiting hub for aerospace (Airbus), luxury (LVMH), energy (TotalEnergies), and fintech.
Top Universities in France
Sorbonne University
Popular Programs
Université Paris-Saclay
Popular Programs
École Polytechnique (Institut Polytechnique de Paris)
Popular Programs
PSL Research University
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HEC Paris
Popular Programs
Sciences Po Paris
Popular Programs
Popular Courses in France
Management & Luxury Brand Strategy
Computer Science & AI
Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering
Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics
International Relations & Global Affairs
Haute Couture & Fashion Design
Study Costs in France
Get the full financial picture before you apply. Select your degree level below.
National standard public fees apply to non-EU students at public universities. Many Grandes Écoles offer needs-based fee reductions.
Scholarships for France
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
High-achieving international students applying for Master or PhD programs
Émile Boutmy Scholarship
Top international students admitted to Sciences Po Paris from outside the EU
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
Global applicants to integrated multi-country European Master consortia
Charpak Scholarship Program
Indian and international students studying master degrees in France
Language Requirements
Hundreds of Master and PhD programs are taught 100% in English. Proof of English (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+) satisfies admissions; learning basic French is encouraged for everyday life.
Exemption Notice: Many universities waive English language requirements for students who completed prior education entirely in English, or for citizens of recognized English-speaking countries (e.g., USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand). Always confirm directly with each university and program.
Student Visa — Step by Step
Complete Campus France (EEF) Process
Submit your academic documents on the Études en France portal and attend your Campus France interview.
Receive Campus France Approval
Upon validation, receive your EEF Certificate of Pre-Registration required for the visa file.
Apply via France-Visas Portal
Fill out the official French national visa application (VLS-TS) online at france-visas.gouv.fr.
Book VFS / TLS Appointment
Schedule an in-person biometric appointment with your local visa processing centre.
Proof of Funds (€615/mo)
Show minimum maintenance funds of €615/month for 10–12 months in certified bank statements or sponsorship.
Validate VLS-TS Online upon Arrival
Within 3 months of entering France, pay the online tax fee to validate your VLS-TS as an official residence permit.
Cost of Living by City
Monthly estimates in local currency. Actual costs vary with lifestyle and accommodation choices.
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