Overview
Why Study in France?
Globally ranked universities
Rich culture and lifestyle
Local Life
Culture in France
"Highly artistic, historical, and intellectual culture.
Rich culinary heritage, fashion capital, and cafe culture.
Value for freedom, equality, and state-subsidized student benefits.
Academic Choice
Choosing a University in France
Compare public universities (low tuition, taught in French/English) and Grande Écoles (elite business/engineering schools, taught in English, competitive).
Financial Planning
Tuition Fees
Public Universities (EU rate/subsidized) EUR 2,770 (Bachelor) - 3,770 (Master) per year
Business / Private Schools EUR 8,000 - 20,000 per year
English-taught MBA EUR 15,000 - 30,000
Visa Process
Student Visa Information
Admission letter from a French DLI.
Campus France EEF procedure completion (mandatory for Bangladesh).
Proof of monthly resources of at least EUR 615.
Accommodation proof for the first 3 months.
Housing
Student Accommodation in France
CROUS public residences EUR 150 - 350 / month (subsidized)
Private student residences EUR 400 - 700 / month
Private shared flats EUR 350 - 600 / month (outside Paris)
Eligibility
Admission Requirements
Expenses
Cost of Living in France
Average living cost is EUR 800 to 1,200 per month. Paris is expensive, requiring at least EUR 1,300 per month, while cities like Lyon, Lille, or Toulouse are more budget-friendly.
Language Proficiency
English Language Requirements
For English-taught programs IELTS 6.0/6.5, TOEFL 80+, or PTE 54+.
For French-taught programs DELF B2 or DALF C1 certificate.
Healthcare
Health Insurance for Students
All international students must register with the French Social Security system (Sécurité Sociale) upon arrival, which is free and covers up to 70% of medical costs.
Application Guide
How to Apply—Step by Step
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Step 1: Select course on Campus France portal ('Études en France').
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Step 2: Apply to universities through the EEF platform.
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Step 3: Complete Campus France interview.
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Step 4: Receive admission offer and pay visa fees.
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Step 5: Submit visa file to VFS Global and get VLS-TS student visa.
Admission Cycle
Intakes in France
Autumn Intake
September/October (Main intake, application deadline March-April).
Spring Intake
January/February (Limited programs, deadline October-November).
Career Path
Post-Study Work & Career Opportunities
Master graduates receive a 1-year job search visa (APS / RECE).
Allows you to work up to 60% of legal working hours in any job.
If you find a job related to your field matching salary criteria, it changes to a work permit.
Daily Life
Safety & Lifestyle
France is a safe country with rich cultural activities. Students enjoy travel discounts, subsidized meals (Resto U), housing assistance (CAF), and public transport benefits.
Funding
Scholarships in France
Eiffel Excellence Scholarships (fully paid for Masters & PhD).
Charpak Scholarships (for Indian & South Asian students).
CROUS bursaries and institutional fee waivers.
For Bangladeshi Applicants
Student Visa for France (Bangladesh Students)
Campus France interview is held in Dhaka.
Bank solvency must show at least EUR 7,380 for 1 year.
CAF housing allowance helps reduce monthly rent costs.
Top Destinations
Top Student Cities in France
Paris Culture, fashion, global business, prestigious schools.
Lyon Culinary capital, high ranking public universities, affordable.
Toulouse Aerospace hub, student city, warm climate.
Lille & Nantes Very welcoming, active student life, low cost of living.
Education Costs
Tuition Fees in France
Subsidized public university fees make France one of the cheapest countries in Europe for higher education, even for non-EU students.
Part-time Jobs
Work While Studying
International students have the right to work up to 60% of the official annual working hours (equivalent to 964 hours per year, or ~20 hours/week). Minimum wage is EUR 11.65 per hour.
Partner Universities
Top Institutions
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