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STUDY IN EUROPE
France flag Undergraduate & postgraduate study

Study in France

Public universities and specialised schools with routes into business, science, engineering and design.

Compare France Universities & courses
Undergraduate tuition €2,902 public non-EU rate / year · EUR
Public-system rate Academic year 2026/27
Postgraduate tuition €3,950 public non-EU rate / year · EUR
Public-system rate Academic year 2026/27
Living budget / month €800–€1,200 Reference budget · see conditions below

Why students choose France

The university and grande école systems offer different admissions processes and qualifications. Compare the exact award and school.

Public fee schedules and institutional exemptions can change the cost substantially for non-EU applicants.

English-taught programmes are available, especially at master’s level; French remains valuable for internships and career development.

Explore strengths in Business Engineering Design Technology

Universities & courses

Undergraduate courses

  • Business
  • Engineering
  • Economics
  • Design
  • Computer science
  • Hospitality

Postgraduate courses

  • Management
  • Finance
  • Data science
  • Engineering
  • Luxury management
  • Public policy

Universities & institutions

QS World University Rankings 2027 · Overall

Université PSL

QS 2027 · 34 overall

Sorbonne University

QS 2027 · 73 overall

Université Paris-Saclay

QS 2027 · 76 overall

Intakes & start dates

When can you start?

September/October is the main start. January/February is available at selected schools and programmes. Public-university application procedures differ by level and nationality.

Start dates vary by programme.

Tuition & living costs

Undergraduate tuition · EUR €2,902 public non-EU rate / year
Public-system rate Academic year 2026/27
Postgraduate tuition · EUR €3,950 public non-EU rate / year
Public-system rate Academic year 2026/27
What these tuition figures coverFor 2026/27, the standard differentiated rate at covered public institutions is EUR 2,902 annually for a bachelor’s and EUR 3,950 for a master’s. This is a regulated public rate, not a national average across public and private providers. Exemptions depend on status and institution; private and specialist schools set other fees. Additional student-life and administrative charges may apply.
Typical living reference / month · EUR €800–€1,200 Housing and daily expenses depend on the city and your choices.

Country-guide monthly living reference; Paris and expensive housing can cost more. The current guide does not establish a new 2026 statistical average.

Part-time work & careers

Usually up to 964 hours / year

Most non-EU student residence holders may work up to 964 hours per year, rather than a simple unrestricted weekly allowance. Algerian nationals have different rules. Study status, employer formalities and permit conditions still apply.

After your degree

Eligible holders of a French master’s or equivalent, or a licence professionnelle, can apply for the one-year job-search/business-creation route. Nationality agreements can provide different arrangements. A general bachelor’s degree does not automatically qualify.

Career fields to investigate

Engineering Business & finance Luxury & design Data science Hospitality

Notable student cities

Paris

A broad institutional and employer mix, with a high and competitive housing market.

Lyon

Universities, engineering and business in a major regional city.

Toulouse

A university and engineering city with strong aerospace connections.

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