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Study in France – FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Get clear answers to the most common questions about studying in France, covering visas, language requirements, costs, and career opportunities.
Why should I choose France for higher studies?
France offers world-class education, affordable tuition, global business & luxury hubs, top-ranked universities, and excellent cultural and lifestyle experiences.
Yes. French public universities, Grandes Écoles, and business schools are internationally accredited and respected worldwide.
Luxury Management, Fashion & Design, Business, Engineering, AI & Data Science, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Tourism, Film, and Architecture.

Compared to other European countries, France is moderately priced:
Tuition: €2,770 – €3,770/year at public universities
Living: €800 – €1,600/month depending on city

Yes. Thousands of Bachelor’s and Master’s programs are fully taught in English, especially in engineering, business, tech, and management.

Not mandatory for English-taught programs, but learning French helps with:
Internships
Part-time jobs
Full-time employment
Social integration

Most courses require:
IELTS/TOEFL/PTE


For French-taught programs: DELF/DALF/TCF


GRE/GMAT is needed only for selective programs (MBA, top business schools).

Paris: €1,200 – €1,600/month
Other cities: €800 – €1,200/month

Yes. Popular options:
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
France Excellence (former Charpak)
Erasmus+
University-specific scholarships
French government regional grants
Business school merit scholarships

Elite French institutions known for excellence in:
-Business
-Engineering
-Public administration


Examples: HEC Paris, ESSEC, ESCP, INSEAD, École Polytechnique.

Yes. Students can work 20 hours per week legally while studying.

September (Fall) – major intake
January (Spring) – limited but increasing

Master’s graduates get a 2-year post-study work visa (APS) to find jobs or start businesses.

Yes. France is safe, student-friendly, and offers strong public transport and well-connected student cities.

Through:
-Campus France portal
-Direct university/Grande École application
-Business school application portals

-Transcripts
-English/French test scores
-SOP
-CV
-LORs
-Passport
-Portfolio (for design/arts)
-Financial documents (for visa)

Generally yes, but top programs may expect a strong academic profile.
Yes, spouses can apply for accompanying visas, but rules vary based on program type (especially master’s level and APS visa).

Only required for:
-MBA programs
-Top business schools
Not required for most public university programs.

Paris, Lyon, Grenoble, Toulouse, Lille, Bordeaux, Nice, Montpellier.

Possible through:
-Job contracts
-EU Blue Card
-French work permit
-Long-term residency after several years

Yes. Students must register for French social security which is free for international students.
Many programs, especially business, engineering, and management, include mandatory internships.

Yes, especially in:
-Retail
-Hospitality
-Campus jobs
-Customer service
French language skills increase opportunities.

Not difficult, but structured.
Most students apply through Campus France, which simplifies the entire process from university selection to visa.