Study Destination
Study in France
100+ public and private universities, English-taught programmes with or without IELTS, and two intakes a year — a fast process from application to a 5-year path to permanent residency.
Tuition (indicative)
€300 – €3,000 (public) · €8,000 – €12,000 (private)
Living costs (indicative)
€800 – €1,400 / month (Paris higher)
Main intakes
February & September
Post-study options
PSW → passport after 5 years
France at a Glance
100+ public & private universities
English-taught programmes
With or without IELTS
Public fees €300 – €3,000 / year
Private fees €8,000 – €12,000 / year
Fast application process
2 intakes — February & September
Part-time work + PSW after study
Why Study Here
Why Students Choose France
Public and private options — 100+ universities across France.
English-taught programmes — apply with or without IELTS.
Public fees from €300–€3,000 a year; private from €8,000–€12,000.
Fast process — from application to offer letter without unnecessary waiting.
Two intakes every year — February and September.
Work part-time while you study.
Post-Study Work (PSW) visa after graduation.
Passport eligibility after 5 years in France.
Education Overview
Every field is available across 100+ public and private universities — with English-taught programmes you can join with or without IELTS. Public university fees run €300–€3,000 per year, while private institutions charge €8,000–€12,000. The process is fast, with two intakes each year — February and September.
Popular Programs
Every field is available — here are the areas students choose most at France's public universities.
Application Requirements
Every field is available across 100+ public and private universities — with English-taught programmes you can join with or without IELTS. Public university fees run €300–€3,000 per year, while private institutions charge €8,000–€12,000. The process is fast, with two intakes each year — February and September.
Tuition & Costs
Public universities charge €300–€3,000 per year; private universities and grandes écoles charge €8,000–€12,000 per year. We compare public and private options against your budget and shortlist the best fit.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available — from French government programmes such as the Eiffel Excellence Scholarships to university merit awards. We check your eligibility and build scholarships into your plan.
Visa Guidance
International students can work part-time during their studies. After graduation you can stay on a Post-Study Work (PSW) visa, and after 5 years of residence in France you become eligible to apply for the passport.
Planning
Your France Application Timeline
- 1
Choose universities and programmes
6–8 months before intake
- 2
Prepare language test (if required)
6 months before
- 3
Submit applications
Fast process — rolling for February & September
- 4
University acceptance
Offer letter within weeks
- 5
Student visa application
3 months before departure
- 6
Accommodation and travel
6–8 weeks before departure
The Setting
Campus & Life in France
A look at the academic and everyday environments waiting for you.
Education
Student Life
100+ Universities Offer
More than 100 public and private universities across France — here are a few renowned names to know.
Sorbonne University
Paris
Université Paris-Saclay
Saclay · Paris
Aix-Marseille University
Marseille
Jouy-en-Josas · Paris
Sciences Po
Paris
ESSEC Business School
Cergy · Paris
FAQs
France — Common Questions
Yes — France has 100+ public and private universities. Public universities charge €300–€3,000 per year, while private universities and grandes écoles charge €8,000–€12,000 per year.
Next Step
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Universities, budgets, timelines and visas — every country plan is different. Send us your details and a counsellor will build the picture with you.
Last reviewed: 22 August 2026