Why Study in France?
France is a particularly strong destination for students looking for high-quality education at comparatively affordable public-university tuition, alongside strong business, engineering, luxury, technology and research sectors.
Study in France: A Complete Guide
Requirements, costs, intakes and work opportunities for Bangladeshi students.
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Why Study in France?
Top 5 reasons to study in France
- 1Relatively affordable public-university tuition
- 2Strong engineering/business schools
- 3Excellent research opportunities
- 4Major European economy
- 5Post-study career pathway
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Requirements to Study in France
Language Requirements
For English-taught programmes, universities generally require proof of English proficiency. Typical requirements may include:
IELTS Academic
6.0–7.0+
TOEFL iBT
70–100+
PTE Academic
50–65+
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate Programmes
- Completion of Higher Secondary School / equivalent qualification
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Meeting the programme's academic requirements
- English or French language proficiency
- Entrance examination or interview, if required
Graduate Programmes
- A recognized Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Undergraduate transcripts and academic records
- Meeting the programme's academic/GPA requirements
- English or French language proficiency
- CV, motivation letter, recommendation letters or work experience, if required
Visa Requirements
Non-EU/EEA students generally need a long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) for studies lasting more than 90 days. After arriving in France, the VLS-TS must generally be validated within 3 months.
Required documents generally include:
- Valid passport
- University admission/enrolment letter
- Proof of financial resources
- Proof of accommodation in France
- Academic documents
- Visa application and supporting documents
- Health/insurance documents, where applicable
- Campus France documents, where applicable
Intakes to Study in France
Fall Intake
Main intake
Spring Intake
Some private institutions and selected programmes
Cost of Studying in France
Tuition Fees
For non-EU students at French public higher-education institutions, the official differentiated tuition fees for 2026/27 are:
Undergraduate (UG)
€2,902 per year
Postgraduate (PG)
€3,950 per year
PhD
€398 per year
Living Cost
Students should generally budget around €800–€1,200+ per month for accommodation, food, transportation, utilities, and personal expenses. Costs are generally higher in cities such as Paris.
Top Universities of France
Post-Study Work Opportunities in France
France offers international graduates opportunities to gain professional experience after completing their studies. Graduates of eligible programmes may be able to obtain a temporary residence permit for job searching or starting a business, allowing them to remain in France to look for suitable employment or develop a business project. This provides an opportunity to gain professional experience, build international networks, and pursue long-term career opportunities in France. Graduates who secure qualifying employment may then apply for the appropriate work-related residence status, subject to the applicable requirements.
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