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Study in France
About the France
France is a global hub of culture, art, history, and academic excellence. Known for its world-class education system, affordable tuition, and vibrant student life, France attracts over 350,000 international students annually. Whether you’re drawn by prestigious universities or lifestyle perks like food, fashion, and architecture, France offers a rewarding study experience.
Official language
French
Official currency
Euro (€)
Population
Approx. 68 million
Universities and Colleges
3,500+ institutions
Why Choose the France ?
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Affordable Tuition: Public universities offer low fees, especially compared to the US or UK.
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Top-Ranked Institutions: Home to institutions like Sorbonne, Sciences Po, and HEC Paris.
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English-Taught Degrees: 1,600+ programs in English across various disciplines.
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Cultural Capital: Rich in art, literature, fashion, cinema, and gastronomy.
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Work Rights: Students can work part-time (20 hrs/week) during studies.
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Post-Study Stay: Master’s graduates can apply for a 2-year residence permit to seek employment.
Life in the France
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Top Student Cities: Paris, Lyon, Toulouse, Montpellier, Grenoble, Lille
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Culture: Blend of heritage and modern lifestyle; festivals, museums, art galleries, cafés.
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Transport: Excellent rail and metro systems with student discounts.
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Student Support: Strong support from international offices, government housing, and health services.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Eiffel Excellence Scholarships – Government-funded for master’s and PhD students.
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École Normale Supérieure Scholarships – For top-performing international students.
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Campus France Scholarships – Directory of government and institutional funding.
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Regional and University Scholarships – Offered by many institutions.
Tuition Fees & Living Costs
Tuition Fees (public universities):
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Bachelor’s: ~€2,770/year
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Master’s: ~€3,770/year
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Grandes Écoles & private institutions: €10,000–€30,000/year
Living Costs (monthly average):
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Paris: €1,200 – €1,800
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Other cities: €800 – €1,200
(Proof of ~€615/month required for visa)
Top Universities
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Sorbonne University
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Université PSL
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École Polytechnique
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HEC Paris
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Sciences Po
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University of Paris-Saclay
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Grenoble Alpes University
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INSEAD (Top global MBA)
Popular Courses
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Business & Management
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Fashion & Luxury Brand Management
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Culinary Arts & Hospitality
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Engineering & Technology
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Art & Design
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Political Science & International Relations
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Medicine & Health
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Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Career and Residency Pathways
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Post-Study Work Permit: 2 years for graduates (non-EU)
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Tech Visa: For jobs in digital and innovation sectors
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PR Pathway: Typically possible after 5 years of residence
