Why France?

France is a good selection for Indian students because its education system best in the world, and it offers internationally recognized degrees at minimal fees cost. If you are thinking of studying engineering or business, France has some pretty good universities in these fields. It provides a lot of scholarships to the international students making education cheap. It has the benefit of being able to live in a foreign culture, socialize with students and traveling freely throughout Europe. France also has a growing Indian community and stellar post-study work union, opening up various opportunities students to do well in their profession.

Capital: Paris

Local Currency: Euros

Local Language: French

Famous for students: Being an influential Western nation, France is known for its top-class institutions and internationally recognised academic programmes, including many with triple accreditation

France Territory – 18 Administrative Regions: 13 Metropolitan (i.e., Continental France) , 5 Overseas Regions

Ten Largest Cities in France: Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Nice, Nantes, Montpellier, Strasbourg, Bordeaux and Lille.

Top Companies in France: LVMH, Loreal, Hermes, BNP Paribas, Credit Agricole, Sanofi, Safran, Dassault Systems, Capgemini, Saint-Gobain, Renault

Total no of Universities: Over 3500 Public and Private Higher educational Institutes

• Around 100 large universities.
• 271 doctoral schools, 200 engineering schools.
• 333 business and management schools, 46 art schools.
• 22 architecture schools.
• More than 3,000 private schools and institutes.

 

Why Study in France?

• A world-class education (In 2023, France is 4th worldwide in number of institutions in the Top 50 of the Shanghai ranking, with 3 institutions, just after the US (28), the UK (6) and China (4), but before Switzerland (2), Canada (2), Japan (2), Denmark (1), Australia (1) and Sweden (1). In total, 27 French institutions are ranked (-1 compared with 2022), with 2/3 in the first half of the ranking (Top 500).

 

• A leading nation for research and innovation (Ranked 2nd in the world for Fields Medals (mathematics) and 4th for Nobel Prizes, France is also the 2nd most innovative European country (European Patent Office).

 

 

• Reasonably-priced, state-funded education (In French public universities, non-European students pay less than 4,000 euros a year for a master's degree, and European students pay almost nothing. The state covers most of the cost of students’ education. Not to mention the many scholarship opportunities available)

 

• A wide choice of academic programs, all over the country (Choose from 3,500 public and private institutions throughout France, and earn a diploma that's accredited by the French government and recognized throughout the world. Make good use of the plethora of corporate internship options. You can also sign up for one of our 700 online learning courses.)

 

 

• Attracting International Students : (France will have nearly 400,000 foreign students from five continents in 2022 and ranks among the top host countries worldwide)

 

• Study in English in the heart of Europe (Choose among more than 1,620 academic programs taught in English. Study in the heart of Europe (Erasmus, European universities) and just a few hours from Spain, Frenchy and the United Kingdom)

 

 

• French Language, an added bonus for your resume (French is the world’s fifth most widely spoken language in the world, and the most studied language in the world after English. Also, French is the 3rd language of business and the Internet

 

• Quality Label for Student Support Services: (The "Bienvenue en France" Welcome to France quality labeling recognizes higher education institutions committed with particular attention to welcoming and helping students in orientation pathway)

 

 

• The French way of life (More than 45,000 monuments and protected sites, 49 UNESCO World Heritage sites, 1, 200 museums, 2,000 cinemas and nearly 8,000 festivals, not to mention gastronomy and a spirit of festivity. France is the world's leading tourist destination.)

 

• To have one of the strongest economies in Europe (France turned into a main economic power by GDP, wound up plainly top special case for regular wealth capital). According to Times Higher Education, France is the 2nd best place to get Employed for Institution).

 

 

Available intakes in France:

In France, there are a lot of English-taught programs at French public & Private universities, especially at the master's level. These programs are in many fields, such as business, engineering, the natural sciences, and the social sciences. There are 2 major intakes in an academic year

 

Winter Semester:

This usually takes place in the winter session beginning mid-September and ends the last of October. If you want to make it ready for the Winter Semester, yes, the application work can be done between January to June, since the winter semester can have different application times depending on a number of factors including the university and program. Each university sets its own dates. Once a student gets the admit in June then he needs proceed with Visa process during June to August. In the month of September student needs to travel to France. Universities in France mostly accept new students during the winter semester. This semester offers a wide range of options for foreign students as it’s a biggest semester in France.

 

Summer Semester:

Summer semester is a small semester begins in March or April and ends in September. Not all universities admit students for the summer term. Between August and January, most students will be eligible to apply for the summer term. Applying early ensures that you have a spot, and you now have ample time to organize housing, apply for visa etc. So, at least a few months before the deadline, students should start getting ready and learning about the entry process. Once a student gets the admit in November then he needs proceed with Visa process during November to January. In the month of February student needs to travel to France. Here are the most common intakes at public and private universities in France. Only a few private universities give more than three intakes each year. Speak to one of OUR GLOBALOVERSEAS counsellors for more Information.

 

Types of Universities in France

There are 2 types of Universities in France higher education system that generally offers a wide range of degree programs with unique topics research path and innovative study structure.

Public Universities: At the master's level, most public universities in France do not charge foreign students tuition fees. These are the unique term fees in France, which are between €100 and €700 for covering administration and student services.

Few Best Public Universities:

• Université Grenoble Alpes
• University of Paris
• Panthéon-Sorbonne University
• Sciences Po
• University of Bordeaux
• École Polytechnique
• ENS Lyon

 

 

Private Universities: They are paid as the tuition fees from €5,000 to €30,000 per year based on the University and the program.

Few Best Private Universities:

• Emlyon Business School
• KEDGE Business School Bordeaux Campus
• HEC Paris Business School
• NEOMA Business School
• ESC Rennes School of Business
• Paris School of Business
• Montpellier Business School

 

Exams and Requirements

Language Proficiency Tests:

 

• IELTS: An overall score of 7 will be advised to apply for any French Universities or else many universities accepts 6.5 as well.  Very few universities do accept at least 6 bands overall score.
• TOEFL: TOEFL centre-based exams are only advisable and acceptable with a best score ranging between (90-100) is appreciated
• Language Exams: The French Language levels are from A1 to C2, where in the Basic Levels are A1 & A2 followed by the Intermediate levels like B1 & B2 and C1 & C2 are the advanced Levels. These tests check how well you can read, write, speak, and listen French Language. Very few universities may ask for these French certifications in order to study, work, or live in a France. Popular French Tests are DELF (Le Diplôme d’Etudes en Langue Française) - DELF is carried for levels A1 – B2, DALF (Le Diplôme Approfondi de Langue FrCLBançaise) - DALF is handled for levels C1 and C2. The exam fee for French Language exams will vary from €100 to €200 (approximately 9000 to 19000 INR Including taxes).
• Medium of Instruction: A Medium of Instruction from the student bachelor degree college on College Letter head signed and stamped by his faculty members stating that the bachelor education was held in English Medium

Standardized Tests:

 GRE: Only required for some technical and scientific programs.

• GMAT: Must be taken to get into most public university MBA programs.

 

Work Experience:

• 1 Year Work Experience – optional (Some Universities may ask for MBA Programs)     
• GAP Justification (If any gap in Educational Background)  

 

 

Part-Time Study Options

 

Indian students can work part-time for up to 20 Hours/ Week (964 Hours/Annum). Hourly income usually between €10 to €12 an hour, but it depends on the job and where it is.

 

We advise our students to do Research or teaching assistants in university or else jobs in Shops, supermarkets, Cafes, Tour Guide, English Teaching Jobs, Baby Sitting, Restaurants & Hotels. Also, we request our students to try for Internships which gives you important knowledge and is often linked to your field of study.

 

Cost of Living:

 

A student from India who wishes to study in France must have sufficient funds like 9600 Euros/Anum or 800€/Month if he is staying Outside Paris to cover his food, Accommodation, Transportation and Other miscellaneous expenses. If he is staying in Paris then he needs to have 12000 €/ Annum or 1000 Euros as Paris is the expensive place to stay.

 

Financial Documents Required to Apply for Visa from India:

To Apply for Visa from India, then a student can produce either of the following documents to meet the visa requirements

• Savings (28 Days Old funds) & 3 Months Bank Statement
• Fixed deposits without having lien against deposit and advisable if its at least 1 month old
• Education Loan Sanction Letter

 

 

 

 

Visa Fee and Time for Visa Approval for Indian Students:

 

Campus France is a service that helps Indian students to apply for admission in French Universities. As the process goes, you have to create a Campus France account and provide them with your academic records as well as appear for an interview conducted by their representatives in order to send forward. After having been accepted in a university, students file their visa application via Campus France. The Campus France processing fee is around INR 18,000. The fees for application processing, document verification and interview. Now, further students can move to France for their study if they get a visa.

After Campus France Interview is done then the final step is dropping the visa at VFS which will cost 99 Euros around 9500 Rupees to get visa approval in 2-3 weeks of time.

 

How can you get Accommodation in France:

Finding an Accommodation in France is not easy at all so it’s advisable to

• Prefer to Search for accommodation through Studapart or Livinfrance portals give preference then direct search.
• Apartment Rent will be Minimum: €350 – 900€/ Month (Variable Based on the city).

 

Scholarships

Scholarships available in France depends on the academic profiles

• Few universities May Offer scholarship as per your profile It may range from 1000 – 5000€, For instance Rennes Business School, EDHEC Company University (Bien entendu), Université De Lyon or ENS Paris Saclay

 

Two International Student Scholarships to support your Studies

1. France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship

 

France Excellence Eiffel Scholarships only from French higher education institutions.  Application should be made during– Oct to Jan

The monthly scholarship for the master degree category is 1,181 euros while it is set as 1,400 euros in average on a base-cost provision level plus extra expense.

 

2. Charpak Scholarship

 

Charpak Scholarship is a country specific scholarships for Indian Students Application should be made during– December to March

Major Documents Required: Academic Documents, Admission Letter or Application, CV, Motivation letter, LOR’S Employment Passport

 

 

BENEFITS of scholarships

 

• Monthly living allowance: 860 euros ·
• Student Visa Fee Waiver
• Studies in France fee waiver or get studies done fees Fu refund
• Social security
• Support with housing (with a priority access to CROUS residencies, according to availability)

 

Besides this Document Each Student will need at the time of Enrolment CVEC Certificate – which is Compulsory for Indian Students — it may be €100CVEV- "Student Orientation and Success" document. It is meant to enhance student services.

 

Job Options post study in France:

• Over Five Continents 30000 French Companies are operating.
• France is third the world investor with about 700 foreign investments decisions every year
• French Language is also the additional benefits among other thing to make ease of finding Job.
• For computer and IT students, just basic French language proficiency is suitable.
• A level of French between B1 and B2 is mandatory for MBA Students in order to work
• Starting & Minimum Salary: €3200 - €5600/ Month or above (Depend on role and company)

 

 

 

Post Study Work Permit Visa For Indian Students

After completing their studies, Indian students are eligible to apply for the Temporary Resident Permit (APS) which allows them to stay in France. They can search for a job here and stay either 12 months or up to 24 additional months depending on their completion of degree from bachelors/masters(level1/level2). When they land a job, they are eligible for the long-term work visa which then allows them to continue working and residing in France.

 

To receive the PR They are two types of work Visas

 

1. CDD (Temporary)

 

For France, the CDD visa is an authorization to be employed under a temporary (fixed term) contract lasting between several months and up to 2 years. It is a work visa for French territories that allows Indian nationals to take up employment in France subject to compliance with the conditions stipulated in the employer and contract. There are possible visa renewal or long-term stay change options depending on job availability once the CDD has ended.

• CDD issued per the Employment Contract ·
• Visa renewal (in accordance with the Job Contract)
• Long term Visa Applied, Worked and renewed the Visa Until 4-5 years
• A Non-Renewal Visa (Long Term) It is valid for 10 Years (After Working Full Time – More Than the Duration of the Course)
• To get the Long-Term Visa you must Complete French Language Certification A2 Level. It is when you get the long-term visa that You can apply for Nationality.

 

 

1. CDI (Lifetime Job Contract)

 

CDI (Permanent contract without a predetermined end date in France) It is the most stable of job contracts, allowing for full benefits including health insurance and paid leave; in some cases, even unemployment protection. Terminating a CDI terminates that right for the employee, but employers need to follow strict legal steps in terminating one.

 

• Benefits for CDI is Can avail Talent passport which has the 4-year validity
• Apply funding limit for Talent Passport is: salary in between 42600€/Annum
• If salary range is under 42000€ then you should renewal your Visa Every year max up to 4-5 years
• After Working 4-5 years visa completion then you can apply for Long Term Visa Valid up to 10 Year
• Long Term Visa — You Must Hold French Language Certification A2 Level.
• Get the Long-term visa and then you can apply for French Nationality