Each university in France has its own system on their website that allows future students to apply for and enroll in their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programs. So, once you select the university of your choice, you can go through their application and submit your materials there.
Here are some documents you might need to include in your university application:

• A scan of your diploma (high school or bachelor’s degree)
• A transcript/record of your previous courses
• A scan of your passport and/or birth certificate
• Your CV
• Testing scores
• Evidence of scholarship or funding
• Letters of recommendation (between 2-3)
• Portfolio and/or writing samples.

In France, they have both public and private universities and different tuition fees for each. Tuition fees also change based on your nationality, what you choose to study and what your education level will be.

Public universities

• Bachelor’s students: 170 EUR/year (Engineering and Medicine degree can cost between 500–700 EUR/year)
• Master’s students: 260 EUR/year
• PhD students: 396 EUR/year

Keep in mind that the tuition fees listed above usually only apply to EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA citizens can expect to pay higher tuition.

Private universities

• Grande écoles: 500–10,000 EUR/year regardless of the degree type
• Private universities: 1,500–20,000 EUR/year regardless of the degree type
• Business schools: 5,000–30,000 EUR/year regardless of the degree type

Living costs in France

Depending on whether you find yourself in a big city or not, the cost of living in France can be quite different. However, compared to the rest of Europe, France can be quite pricey. In general, you should prepare about 700–1,200 EUR/month to cover your student living costs. In more expensive cities, like Paris, you’ll need around 1,200–1,800 EUR/month.

Here is a breakdown of the costs to expect in France:

• Rent (student residence halls vs private rent): 200–400 vs 400–700 EUR/month.
• Utilities: 150–200 EUR
• Three-course meal for 2 people at a mid-range restaurant: 50 EUR
• Milk: 0.98 EUR
• Loaf of bread: 1.41 EUR
• Monthly transportation pass (metro, bus, train): 56 EUR
• Cappuccino: 2.82 EUR

People speak French in France. Yes, we know, we just blew your mind! Nonetheless, they do, and, if you want to speak it with them, as well, you should prepare a proficiency certificate, like DELF, DALF, or TCF.

If you don’t really care about the idea of studying in French, then, fortunately, you can pick an English degree. Still, you will have to present an English proficiency diploma. This one can be:

• TOEIC
• TOEFL
• IELTS

If you’ve decided to study a Master’s degree at a university in France, you will have to gather the right documents to prove that you fit the university requirements. Provide complete personal information, previous qualifications, financial information, and a personal statement.

What documents do I need to provide to apply in France?

The documents and forms you will have to complete, and upload are:

• A pre-registration certificate provided by the university.
• The Campus France authorization.
• Your Passport or ID card.
• Some ID/passport type photos.
• Copies of graduation diplomas and their French translation.
• A registrationfees.
• Social security fees.
• A civil liability certificate.
• A copy of your European health insurance card (only if you’re an EU citizen, obviously).
• CV.
• A motivation letter.
• English (or French) language certificate.
• Your transcript of records, with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (or equivalent).
• Copies of diplomas (if not available, a certificate stating that you graduated).
• Proof that you can fund your stay in France (with a minimum of 800 EUR/month).