Study in France

Planning to study in France Universities?

France is emerging as one of the most favored destinations in Europe for studies abroad. It is a student-friendly country and has been consistently ranked among the top international student destinations for its qualitative education and enticing French lifestyle.

Studying in France, at a University or one of the Grandes Écoles, has many advantages as they have strong European and international industrial ties and endeavor to recruit on an international basis.

Be it culture, travel, health, or accommodation, international students enjoy significant benefits and discounts. Though numerous institutions widely offer English taught courses, students quickly learn French which helps them in social and professional integration.

France is home to leading International Corporations like Airbus, Total, Orange, L’Oréal, Renault, Capgemini, etc. thereby offering great employment opportunities post studies.

France for International Students

Studying in France means benefiting from one of the world’s best and most flexible systems of higher education. The educational institutions offer numerous scholarships to international students based on their academics and personal interview for admissions. French law authorizes foreign students to work part-time for up to 964 hours per year. High visa success rate, subsidized accommodation and transportation, and post-study work visa of up to 2 years are some of the other benefits for international students planning to study in France.

Why Study in France?

France is the right choice for those who are looking for courses in Luxury and Brand Management, Hospitality, Business, Fashion, and Cookery. The institutions in France offer academic, professional, and technical degree programs in all disciplines at affordable tuition fees. The possibility of completing a Masters in 1 year and a bachelor in 3 years makes France a preferable choice. English taught courses, the possibility of admissions without IELTS, internships in multinational companies and access to visit all the Schengen countries on a student visa are the advantages of pursuing higher education in France.

Universities / Institutions & Courses

Qualifying Exams & Coaching

Cost of Education in France

Tuition fees at the universities/institutions range from 5,000 Euros to 20,000 Euros annually. The cost of living in France depends on the location you choose and roughly varies from 600 Euros to 800 Euros per month. This includes accommodation, food transportation and living expenses.

France Visa Requirements

Campus France

Visa Procedure

• Register online on www.india.campusfrance.org. Fill the “Campus France form,” and upload the documents. Email the file number (Example IN123456) to the nearest Campus France office for verification. Once approved, validate the form.
• Request an appointment through email from the Campus France office for an academic interview with the Education Advisor for which the student will have to appear in person and furnish all mandatory documents (originals + one set of photocopies). An NOC will be issued to the student after the successful completion of the interview.
• Campus France fees of INR 14,500 needs to be paid online after the submission of online application and before the interview.
• Submit the payment acknowledgement slip to Campus France Office on the day of the academic interview.

Document Submission at VFS

• As soon as the academic interview at Campus France Office is done, the student may book an appointment online or telephonically for documents submission at VFS France on any day after the academic interview (generally a gap of 24 hours is suggested between the interview and submission).

Visa Fees and VFS Charges

• There is a separate visa fees of Euros 50 to be paid in cash at VFS France.
• VFS Service charge of Rs. 1511 + Rs. 150 convenience fee (Subject to change)
• Courier Charges of Rs. 450/- (Subject to change)

Documents required

• Acceptance/Admission letter from a French Academic Institution
• Language Test Certifications if required by an institution in France
• Curriculum Vitae
• Experience Letter (if applicable)
• Long stay application form duly filled and signed
• Two passport size photographs (not more than three months old) meeting set standards must be attached to the application form (Size 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, with clear background)
• Original Passport
• A printout of the Campus France ID number
• Cover letter explaining the study project and motivation
• Proof of resources:
  Tuition fees + a minimum of 615 Euros/month multiplied by the number of months of stay (living expenses). Only liquid assets will be considered. In the case of family members funding the studies, an undertaking must be provided on plain paper duly signed along with supporting financial documents.
• Bank statements for the last three months (of the individual sponsoring the education and the student’s bank statements if he/she has an account in his/her name). Also previous three years IT Returns of Sponsor to be provided.
• Proof of travel and health insurance for a minimum of Euros 30,000 (for a duration of 3 months)
• A copy of one-way Air ticket
• Visa and Residence Permit Application Forms
• Accommodation arrangement letter from the institution. (Please ensure that the accommodation is preferably booked for the entire duration of the course else for at least 3 months).
  The visa duration of the entire visa process varies from 3-6 weeks depending on the time of the year. *Applications for student for France, applied more than three months before the program commencement date, are not accepted.

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