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Your next chapter in France.

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Overview

Why consider France?

France's higher education follows the European licence–master–doctorate structure. Alongside public universities there are grandes écoles and private schools of business, engineering, design and hospitality; the programmes in our listings are mostly at these schools, many of them in Paris.

  1. Public university fees are set nationally

    For 2026–27, Campus France lists €2,902 a year for a licence and €3,950 a year for a master's at public institutions for most students from outside the EU.

    What it means: If cost matters most, compare public programmes too. Private schools set their own fees — Campus France puts them at roughly €6,000 to €18,000 or more a year.

  2. A clear licence–master structure

    A licence (bachelor's) is three years and 180 ECTS credits; a master's adds two years and 120 credits — the structure used across Europe.

    What it means: At private schools, check whether a programme carries a state-recognised degree level or is the school's own diploma. It affects how the qualification is recognised later.

  3. Part-time work is allowed, within limits

    With a long-stay student visa or student residence card you can work up to 964 hours a year, about 60% of full-time working hours.

    What it means: Studies come first and hours are capped, so plan your budget without relying on work income.

From catalogue to campus

Real programmes, compared on what matters.

Our listings start you off with real programmes in France. Narrow them by city and level, then check the official page.
Licence
3 years, 180 ECTS credits
Master's
2 more years, 120 ECTS credits
Visa resources
At least €877.50 a month

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Is this a fit?

Is this a fit for your plans?

Decision points to weigh up — not a judgement about you.

  • Subject and qualification

    Our listings in France are strongest in business and management, with design, hospitality, culinary arts and engineering programmes too.

  • Teaching language

    Many school programmes are taught in English; others are in French or bilingual. Everyday life is easier with some French.

  • Budget

    Private school fees vary widely, and you'll need to show at least €877.50 a month for living costs for the visa.

  • Study experience

    Paris has the most programmes in our listings; Lyon, Rennes, Bordeaux, Lille and other cities offer smaller-city alternatives.

Planning snapshot

What to plan for

Budget tuition and living costs separately, and count one-off costs for your first months. The visa minimum is a floor, not a full budget.

Study at a glance

Licence (bachelor's)
3 years (180 ECTS credits)
Master's
2 years after a licence (120 ECTS credits)
Main intakes
Mostly September; some schools also start in January
Language of study
French or English — check each programme

General information. Programmes vary — confirm details with the institution.

Your budget, part by part

  • Tuition

    Per year at public institutions; private schools set their own amount and billing period.

  • Living costs

    Rent, food, local transport and phone — highest in Paris.

  • Arrival costs

    Rent deposit, first month's rent and setting up your accommodation.

  • Visa and validation

    The visa application and the online validation of your visa after arrival.

  • Travel

    Flights to France and back, and travel within France.

Public tuition, 2026–27 (most non-EU students)

€2,902 a year (licence) · €3,950 a year (master's)

Source: Campus France (opens in a new tab), checked October 2026. Official amounts change — check before you apply.

Minimum resources for the student visa

At least €877.50 a month

Source: Service-Public (opens in a new tab), checked October 2026. Official amounts change — check before you apply.

Universities and schools

Institutions with programmes in our France listings

Listings come from programme records shared with us and show details as listed. A listing isn't a statement of partnership or current availability.

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Application preparation

A realistic way to prepare

  1. 01

    Step 01

    Shortlist programmes

    Compare content, award, campus, language and full cost.

  2. 02

    Step 02

    Check requirements

    Academic, language and document requirements for each course.

  3. 03

    Step 03

    Apply and accept

    Apply to each institution as it asks, then accept the offer you want.

  4. 04

    Step 04

    Visa and departure

    Apply for the long-stay student visa through France-Visas, then validate it online within three months of arrival.

Before you apply

What to check

Immigration and admissions rules change regularly. Use these notes as a starting point and confirm current requirements with official sources.

  • Applicants living in Zambia apply for a long-stay student visa through France-Visas. Zambia isn't one of the countries that use Campus France's “Études en France” procedure.
  • You'll need to be registered or pre-registered with an institution and show resources of at least €877.50 a month.
  • A long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) has to be validated online within three months of arriving in France.
  • Private schools set their own fees. Check each programme page for the amount, the billing period and what it covers.

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