Study in France
Low public tuition, world-ranked business schools and a two-year post-study work permit.
What makes France worth considering
France combines heavily subsidised public university tuition with some of the best-ranked business and engineering schools in Europe. English-taught master’s programmes have expanded sharply, and graduates get a two-year permit to look for work.
Subsidised public tuition
Public university tuition is set nationally and remains among the lowest in Western Europe.
Top business schools
HEC, ESSEC, ESCP and EDHEC rank among the strongest management schools globally.
Two-year job search
Master's graduates receive a 24-month temporary residence permit to seek employment.
Housing assistance
International students can apply for CAF housing support, which meaningfully cuts monthly rent.
English-taught growth
Over 1,500 programmes are now taught in English across French institutions.
Central location
Excellent rail and air links across Europe for internships and travel.
Key facts
Popular courses
- Sorbonne University
- HEC Paris
- Université PSL
- ESSEC Business School
- Sciences Po
- INSA Lyon
- Université Grenoble Alpes
- EDHEC Business School
About France
Country facts
France is the largest country in the European Union by area, with about 68 million people. French is the official language. Paris is the capital, while Lyon, Toulouse, Bordeaux, Lille and Marseille all host major universities and grandes écoles.
Higher education system
France runs a distinctive dual system: public universities offering broad academic degrees at low regulated tuition, and selective grandes écoles for engineering and business admitting through competitive entry and charging higher fees.
Admission requirements
- Relevant bachelor's degree for master's entry
- Campus France 'Études en France' registration and interview
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent for English-taught programmes
- DELF/DALF B2 for French-taught programmes
- Statement of purpose and CV
- Proof of accommodation and funds
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