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When do applications open for the September and January intakes in France?

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France's September intake is the primary one, and windows vary by route and institution, for example DAP applications run 1 October to 15 December 2026 and Parcoursup from January to March. January is a secondary option with no national application window, mainly for business, management and technology tracks.

How many French public university degrees start in September compared with January?

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According to Campus France guidelines, September is the primary intake in France and covers over 90% of public university degrees. January is a smaller secondary option focused on specialised business, management and technology programmes, with fewer funding options than the main September cycle.

What are the application deadlines for HEC Paris if I want a January intake in France?

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For the January intake, HEC Paris lists four rounds: Round 1 on August 16, Round 2 on September 20, Round 3 on October 18 and Round 4 on November 15, with further rounds continuing into December. Confirm your programme starts in January and check the official page for exact dates.

When is the Etudes en France application window for first-year undergraduate admission?

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The Etudes en France portal application window for undergraduate year 1 (DAP; DAP Jaune covers architecture at all levels) runs from October 1 to December 15. Campus France typically reviews files in January and February, universities decide by April 30, and you accept by May 31. Deadlines vary by country.

How do I apply to a French university through Campus France and the Etudes en France portal?

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To apply to a French university, register on the Etudes en France portal, complete your dossier, choose programmes, pay the Campus France fee and attend the interview where applicable. Then confirm your university offer on the portal and apply for the long-stay visa using your Campus France acceptance certificate.

When should I apply for the September intake in France as an international student?

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For the September intake in France, submit your dossier on the Etudes en France portal from October to December. Your Campus France interview typically falls between January and March, then expect decisions and visa filing from April to July, though timing varies by country and cycle.

How much will I pay per year for the Master in Management at HEC Paris?

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The Master in Management at HEC Paris has an approximate annual tuition fee of EUR 29,450. Fees can differ from year to year and depend on the course, intake and student status, so confirm the current figure on the school's official page before you budget or apply.

What IELTS and TOEFL iBT scores do I need for the Master in Management at ESSEC Business School?

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The ESSEC Business School Master in Management lists a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 and a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 95. Applicants with at least three years of full-time post-secondary education in English may be exempt from the English test if they provide evidence.

All Questions (317)

Can I do a 12-month master's program in France if I have a 4-year bachelor's degree?

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Does France provide an English language test waiver for students with English medium education?

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Is it true that the total tuition fee for studying in Australia or France is around two lakhs for the entire education for a Master's?

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Is the one year gap I took after 12th due to COVID and entrance exam preparation going to be a problem for my study abroad application in Ireland/France for a Master's?

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Have you given your IELTS examination or are you taking IELTS training in France for a Master's?

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Can you confirm if master's degrees in European countries like Ireland, Germany, and France are mostly one year?

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Have you discussed your abroad education plan with your parents in UK/Australia?

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Do colleges in France require IELTS scores or do they accept other English proficiency tests for a Master's?

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Are there bag (baking) schools or courses in France where I can study and work side by side?

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Considering my profile and that I am in third year, should I apply immediately or take a year gap to work before doing my master's in UK/France?

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Is it necessary to join the video call with the camera on in UK/France?

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Is French language mandatory for studying in France and will it be taught as part of the course?

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Can I do my masters in an affordable country with tuition fees around five lakhs per year in Canada/New Zealand?

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Is it true that students can study abroad in any country for less than twenty lakhs as advertised by Leap Scholar in UK/Australia for a Master's?

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Is France a good option for me to apply for a master's program in marketing with a focus on learning the language and attending public universities?

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If you apply to universities, will you apply only for the specified course I mentioned or also for other courses in Germany/France for a Master's?

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As a BBA student with my current CGPA and without GMAT, which program should I choose for my master's in UK/France?

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Which country's visa would be suitable for a two-year master's program costing around ten to fifteen lakh INR?

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What information do you need from me right now regarding my academic profile in France for a Master's/Bachelor's?

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What is the scope of MBA Finance after studying in France?

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