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STUDY DESTINATION
France
5-Year Post-Study Work Visa · Affordable Fees · Europe's Business Hub
France offers world-class business education through its Grandes Écoles system, almost zero tuition at public universities and the APS visa allowing graduates to work in France for up to 5 years. Paris is the luxury, fashion and business capital of Europe.
AVG ANNUAL FEE
€8,000 – €25,000
AVG GRADUATE INCOME
€35,000 – €60,000 per year
POST STUDY VISA
APS Visa — up to 5 years
COST OF LIVING
€8,000 – €14,000 per year
Why Study in France?
France has some of the most respected business schools in the world — HEC Paris, INSEAD, ESSEC and Kedge are globally ranked and highly valued by European and international employers. Public universities in France charge as little as €170 per year for all international students. The APS visa gives graduates up to 5 years to find work in France — longer than any other country. Paris is home to major global companies including LVMH, TotalEnergies, BNP Paribas and L'Oréal.
WHY NOT OTHER COUNTRIES?
France beats Germany on the post-study work visa — 5 years in France compared to 18 months in Germany. France beats the UK on cost — public university fees of €170 per year compared to £15,000 to £30,000 per year. France beats the USA on quality of life, work-life balance and social benefits. An EU degree from a French university opens doors across all 27 European Union countries.
TOP COURSES
MBA · MSc Finance · MSc Marketing · MSc International Business · MSc Data Science · MSc Engineering · MSc Luxury Brand Management · MSc Supply Chain · MSc Digital Marketing · MSc Hospitality Management
COST OF EDUCATION
Public universities in France charge approximately €170 per year for Masters programs for all students including internationals. Private Grandes Écoles like HEC Paris charge €15,000 to €25,000 per year but offer exceptional career outcomes. Many private business schools charge €8,000 to €15,000 per year. The French government also offers housing assistance (CAF) of €150 to €200 per month which significantly reduces living costs.
INTAKES AND SCHOLARSHIPS
The main intake is September. Some programs offer a January intake. Scholarships include the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program (fully funded), Campus France scholarships and university-specific merit awards. The French government also offers housing assistance (CAF) of €150 to €200 per month.
EXAM REQUIREMENTS
For English-taught programs: IELTS 6.0 to 7.0 or TOEFL 80 to 95 · For French-taught programs: DELF or DALF French language certificate at B2 or C1 level · GMAT required for most Grandes Écoles MBA programs (600+ preferred) · Many private business schools accept students without GMAT for Masters programs.
VISA PROCESS
Step 1 — Create a Campus France account and complete the pre-registration process.
Step 2 — Attend a Campus France interview if required.
Step 3 — Apply for the long-stay student visa at VFS France application centres in India.
Step 4 — Submit documents including Campus France attestation, university admission letter, financial proof, health insurance and accommodation proof.
Step 5 — Validate your visa online after arriving in France within 3 months of issue.
PR PATHWAY
French Permanent Residency after 5 years
WORK WHILE STUDYING
Up to 964 hours per year (approximately 20 hours per week).
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
English only
IELTS 6.0 to 7.0
LIFE IN THE COUNTRY
France is one of the most culturally rich and beautiful countries in the world. Paris offers world-class museums, cuisine, fashion and nightlife. French cities are compact, walkable and well-connected by high-speed TGV trains. Students get discounts on transport, museums and cultural events. French healthcare is among the best in the world and students are covered by the French social security system at low cost.