Public universities charge minimal fees (€170–243/year for EU; €2,770–3,770 for non‑EU).
Institutes like Sciences Po and Centrale excel in business & engineering with private-grade offerings.
Institutions benefit from CNRS, Grandes Écoles networks and Eiffel/EUR grants.
Over 400,000 international students (65% at public universities) live in vibrant, multicultural cities.
Major entry points are September (Fall) and January (Spring) each academic year.
Students can work ~20 hrs/week and qualify for post‑study work visas & Blue Card pathways.
Intakes in France | Availability of Programs | Application Deadline | Duration |
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Fall Intake (primary) | Most UG & PG programs | Mar – Jun | September – January/February |
Spring Intake | Select UG & PG programs | Oct – Dec | January – June |
Available study options at France higher‑education institutions include:
The fees provided below are per year tuition fee estimate figures. These do not include additional fees for learning resources, equipment, etc. as charged by some institutes.
Universities and Colleges in France offer scholarships, grants, and bursaries to help international students bag the best of educational opportunities in France.