Why France

From Sciences Po to École Polytechnique, France offers elite grandes écoles and research universities at a fraction of the cost of the UK or USA - alongside unmatched culture, cuisine, and career prospects across Europe.Talk to an Expert

  • Among the Most Affordable Study Destinations in Western Europe

    Annual tuition at public universities starts from €2,895/year for international students - a fraction of UK and US university costs.

  • 4 Universities in the Global QS Top 200

    PSL Research University (#24), Institut Polytechnique de Paris (#48), Sorbonne (#59) and CentraleSupélec rank among the world's best (QS 2026).

  • Work Up to 964 Hours Per Year

    International students can work up to 964 hours annually (approximately 20 hours/week) on a student visa.

  • APS Visa - Stay 12 Months After Graduation

    France's Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour (APS) allows graduates to remain for 12 months to find a job or launch a business.

  • French + English Programs Available

    1,500+ programs are taught entirely in English; French proficiency is not required for many courses.

  • 3rd in Europe for Research Publications

    France is a global leader in mathematics, physics, and life sciences, home to over 300 Nobel laureates. — Talk to an Expert

Top Universities in France

Top Courses to Study in France

Intakes in France

French universities primarily follow the September–October intake, with some institutions offering a January/February intake for specific master’s and MBA programs.

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Autumn / Fall Intake

September – October 2026

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Spring Intake

January – February 2027

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Autumn / Fall Intake

September – October 2027

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Cost of Studying in France

Tuition fees and living costs vary by institution, location, and program. Use this as a planning guide.

Tuition fees and living costs vary by institution, location, and program. Use this as a planning guide.