Studying in France in English is possible! Francophiles who don't speak French can still live out their dreams in France by studying in English. Whether looking for short-term options like summer or a semester or a full degree and a more permanent life abroad, there is something for everyone. Check out all the great opportunities out there and start planning your French adventure today!
Bonjour les amis ! France is one of the most popular destinations for international students. Among its major advantages are the high quality of education, the remarkably low tuition fees, and the enjoyable life à la française.
Accessible tuition fees
The quality of higher education in France is the result of long-term and continuous political vision. Each year, public authorities invest massively in education and research. Education is the State's biggest budget item, representing over 20% of the budget.
This policy has enabled France to provide students with one of the best systems of higher education in the world and, above all, one of the most accessible. French universities and Grandes Ecoles offer high-quality training without imposing unaffordable tuition and fees. Of course, you should keep in mind that usually studying in English in France is a bit more expensive than studying in French.
Universities in France
The French higher education system is one of the best in Europe, and the world. Dozens of French universities are regularly placed high in international university rankings. Among the well-known universities are École Normale Supérieure, École Polytechnique, Pierre and Marie Curie University, and University of Paris-Saclay, etc.
There are also many great options to study for an MBA in France: The country is home to many of the best-ranked elite business schools in Europe. Among them are HEC Paris, Insead, ESCP Europe (which also has campuses abroad), and Edhec Business School, to name but a few.
Here are some tips to keep in mind if you want to study in France in English:
- Try to learn a bit of French before you take off to University. Check out our two useful articles that will help you learn French: How to improve your language skills? and Useful sites for learning French.
- If you aren’t comfortable with living in a city where little to no English is spoken, stick to major cities like Paris and Lyon where most people can speak English.
- Try to find dorms with international students who will most likely speak English so you can feel a familiar atmosphere where you live. That is of course if you are nervous about functioning in French at first.
To find out which programmes are given in English, check the catalogue Programs Taught in English.
