Study Expenses

As with any university experience, it is important for international students to consider the total cost of their education in order to create a realistic budget. Thankfully, public higher education in France is affordable which also makes it accessible to more students.

Each year, the French government sets the cost of tuition for its public universities. For citizens or residents of the European Economic Area, the 2019 annual costs are 170 Euros for undergraduate License courses (the French equivalent of a Bachelor’s Degree) , 243 Euros for Master’s Degree courses, and 380 Euros for Doctorate Degree courses. However, starting at the end of 2019, international students who are not residents of the EEA will be charged a different amount for all undergraduate and Master’s programs. The cost for License programs will be 2,770 Euros per year, the cost for Master’s programs will be 3,770 Euros per year, and the cost for Doctorate programs will remain at 380 Euros per year. Payments are usually due up front at the beginning of the academic year.

While tuition at public universities for non-EEA citizens and residents has increased, the good news is that scholarships are widely available. Along with the tuition hike for international students, the French government pledged to increase the availability of scholarships and grants. Our counselors specialize in assisting students with finding and applying for scholarships, so please contact us so we can help find ways to make your French education more affordable.

For students who wish to study at a private university or within the Grand Ecole system, the higher cost of tuition is something to contemplate. The benefits of attending a private French university or Grand Ecole include better funding for various academic programs, nicer facilities, and more prestigious professors. However, the costs can reach up to 10,000 Euros annually for private universities and between 7,500 and 25,000 Euros annually for a Grand Ecole. Scholarships may also be available for international students who choose either of these options, so before deciding, students and their families need to examine all the factors and weigh the pros and cons of each academic system. Students can check the worldwide ranking of each school they are considering, research the level of excellence in their chosen field of study, and confirm their eligibility for scholarships. Please don’t hesitate to ask our counselors for help during this process!