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Study in France Think global, live European
Cyber Success guides Indian students through French universities, grandes écoles, the Campus France process and the long-stay student visa, with one counsellor at every step.
- Bachelor’s: 3 years
- MS: 2 years
- 3-year STEM OPT
Free expert consultation
Tell us about your goal and a counsellor will call you.
Why study in France?
Affordable Public Universities
Non-EU fees at public universities are €2,895 for a Licence and €3,941 for a master’s a year.
Programmes in English
More than 1,700 programmes are taught in English, from engineering to luxury management.
Elite Grandes Écoles
Choose electives, specialise within your programme and shape a degree around your career goals.
Stay Back to Work
Indian master’s graduates can stay up to 2 years to look for work or start a business.
Eligibility criteria to study in France
Check the academic, language, Campus France and funding rules before applying.
Academic requirements
English language
Tests and GRE
Financial requirements
France intakes for international students
French institutions mainly admit students in September, with a January intake at many business schools. September 2027 has the most options, so start your Campus France file early.
Main intake / September Intake
Most university and grande école programmes. Largest choice of English-taught master’s. Apply: October 2026 – March 2027. Classes: September – October
Secondary intake / January Intake
Mainly business and management schools. Good if you miss September. Fewer public university options. Apply: June – October
Limited intake / Business Schools
Several rounds through the year. Earlier rounds offer better scholarships. Mostly MSc and MBA programmes. Apply: round deadlines vary
France September 2027 intake deadlines and timeline
12–10 months before
Shortlist universities and schools. Compare programmes, fees and cities.
10–8 months before
Take IELTS or a French test. Prepare SOP, CV and LORs.
8–6 months before
Create your Études en France account and apply.
6–4 months before
Attend the Campus France interview. Receive admission offers.
4–3 months before
Accept an offer and arrange funds and accommodation proof.
2–1 months before
Apply for the VLS-TS student visa at VFS. Book flights.
1 month before
Fly to France. Plan to validate your visa online on arrival.
Best French universities for master's
Strong picks for all Master Courses.
Université PSL
Popular for Science & AI Research
34
QS World Ranking
Institute Polytechnique de Paris
Popular for Engineering & Data Science
43
QS World Ranking
Sorbonne University
Popular for Computer Science
73
QS World Ranking
Université Paris-Saclay
Popular for Engineering & Physics
76
QS World Ranking
ENS de Lyon
Popular for Mathematics & Sciences
235
QS World Ranking
Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
Popular for Economics & Law
246
QS World Ranking
Université Paris Cité
Popular for Health & Sciences
303
QS World Ranking
Université Grenoble Alpes
Université Grenoble Alpes
354
QS World Ranking
Popular courses in France
Top picks for Indian students
Business Management
Engineering
Computer Science
Law
Hospitality
Finance
Architecture
Biotechnology
Study in France cost for Indian students
Your cost depends on public or private institution, programme and city. Paris costs more than Lyon, Toulouse or Grenoble.
Tuition fees (average per year)
Licence at public universities
€2,895
Master’s at public universities
€3,941
Grandes écoles and business schools
€10,000 – €25,000
Living expenses (average per month)
Other cities
€800 – €1,000
Paris
€1,000 – €1,500
Estimate your study cost in France
Get an estimated monthly cost of studying and living in France. Ask a counsellor to plan your budget
Scholarships in France
The French Embassy’s Charpak scholarships support Indian students, and the Eiffel Excellence programme funds top master’s and PhD candidates.
Universities and business schools also give fee waivers and merit awards, and students fund the rest through education loans.
Career prospects in the USA
These US sectors offer strong opportunities for graduates
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Healthcare
- Finance
- Business Analytics
Documents and visa
Documents
Visa
Documents
Documents required to study in the USA
Common documents Indian students need when applying to US universities:
- Valid passport
- Admission letter from a French institution
- Campus France / Études en France confirmation
- Class X, XII and degree mark sheets
- IELTS, TOEFL or French language certificate
- Proof of funds or scholarship letter
- Accommodation proof
- Statement of purpose and CV
Visa
F-1 visa requirements for Indian students
The F-1 visa lets you study full time at a SEVP-certified US school. You will typically need:
- Complete the Campus France procedure first.
- Apply for the VLS-TS long-stay student visa on France-Visas.
- Submit documents and biometrics at VFS Global.
- Show about €615 a month in funds.
- Validate the visa online within 3 months of arrival.
- Indian alumni can get a 5-year Schengen visa later.
Step-by-step application process
From Campus France to your first class in France, we guide every step.
Step 1: Choose course
Pick universities or grandes écoles that fit your goals and budget.
Step 2: Apply
Apply through Études en France or the school’s portal.
Step 3: Interview and offer
Clear the Campus France interview and accept your offer.
Step 4: Student visa
Apply for the VLS-TS visa with funds and housing proof.
Step 5: Fly to the USA
Book travel, validate your visa and start classes.
FAQs
Public university master’s fees are €3,941 a year, while business schools charge €10,000 to €25,000. Living costs add €800 to €1,500 a month.
Yes. France offers more than 1,700 English-taught programmes, especially in engineering, data, business and management.
Indian students register on Études en France, submit applications, attend an interview and then apply for the visa.
An admission letter, Campus France clearance, about €615 a month in funds, accommodation proof and a valid passport.
Indian master’s graduates can get a stay of up to 2 years to look for work or create a business.
Yes. Students can work up to 964 hours a year, about 20 hours a week, without a separate work permit
Indian students who complete a master’s in France can apply for a 5-year short-stay Schengen visa for future trips.
Most programmes accept applications from October 2026 to March 2027. Business schools work in rounds, so early rounds offer more scholarships.
Not for English-taught programmes. Basic French still helps with internships, part-time jobs and daily life.
PSL, Institut Polytechnique de Paris, Sorbonne and Paris-Saclay are strong picks. Compare modules and internship links
Non-EU fees are €2,895 for a Licence and €3,941 for a master’s. Fee waivers vary by university, so check each programme
One counsellor manages your shortlist, Campus France file, interview prep, visa and tech upskilling before you fly.
Choose one with clear fees and honest advice on public versus private options. Avoid anyone promising guaranteed admission.
