Study in France from Nepal
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There are almost 75 universities, around 220 engineering schools, 150 management and business schools, and hundreds of arts and architecture schools.
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More than 1200 courses are taught in English in France.
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Over 3000 schools focus on specialities like healthcare, social work, fashion, sports, tourism and design, making studying in France an all-around experience.
Education System in France
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Higher exposure to an interactive study system.
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Work experience runs hand-in-hand with the respective course.
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A student visa comes with work rights which make studying in France worthwhile.
Degree
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Duration
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Bachelor's Degree | 3 Years |
Master's Degree | 2 Years |
Doctorate/PhD | 3 Years |

Education System in France

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Higher exposure to an interactive study system.
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Work experience runs hand-in-hand with the respective course.
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A student visa comes with work rights which make studying in France worthwhile.
Degree
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Duration
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Bachelor's Degree | 3 Years |
Master's Degree | 2 Years |
Doctorate/PhD | 3 Years |

Intake season in France
Intake season in France

Top universities to Study in France
France has 71 public universities, all funded by the national government and offering excellent education at a very affordable price to all students, domestic or international. There are also a number of private universities (grandes écoles). When it comes to degrees, French universities use a format popular throughout the EU: licence, master's, doctorate.
Many of these universities are ranked in international rankings. Here is a list of the best French universities:
University | QS Ranking 2022 |
University Paris-Saclay | 86 |
ENS de Lyon | 130 |
École des ponts ParisTech | 245 |
Sciences Po | 261 |
Université de Paris | 261 |
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne | 290 |
Université Grenoble Alpes | 314 |
University of Strasbourg | 421 |
University of Montpellier | 521 |

Top universities to Study in France

France has 71 public universities, all funded by the national government and offering excellent education at a very affordable price to all students, domestic or international. There are also a number of private universities (grandes écoles). When it comes to degrees, French universities use a format popular throughout the EU: licence, master's, doctorate.
Many of these universities are ranked in international rankings. Here is a list of the best French universities:
University | QS Ranking 2022 |
University Paris-Saclay | 86 |
ENS de Lyon | 130 |
École des ponts ParisTech | 245 |
Sciences Po | 261 |
Université de Paris | 261 |
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne | 290 |
Université Grenoble Alpes | 314 |
University of Strasbourg | 421 |
University of Montpellier | 521 |

Top courses to Study in France
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Learn about Fashion and Design: France and fashion are inextricably linked.The country has some of the best fashion schools and brands in the world. Fashion students can get easy internships in France.
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Study in Business in France: French schools offer excellent business programmes that have been ranked by the QS Global Ranking. The career options for business students are plentiful in France.
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Filmmaking and theatre: As the home of one of the world's most famous film festivals, Cannes, France, offers some of the best filmmaking and theatre courses available anywhere.
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Study Finance in France: The country has numerous reputable financial institutions and offers numerous job opportunities.Henceforth, studying banking and finance in France is one of the most sought-after courses for you.
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Culinary Studies in France: The French cuisine is delicate and flavorful. It is therefore one of the most popular courses taken by international students.
Top courses to Study in France

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Learn about Fashion and Design: France and fashion are inextricably linked.The country has some of the best fashion schools and brands in the world. Fashion students can get easy internships in France.
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Study in Business in France: French schools offer excellent business programmes that have been ranked by the QS Global Ranking. The career options for business students are plentiful in France.
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Filmmaking and theatre: As the home of one of the world's most famous film festivals, Cannes, France, offers some of the best filmmaking and theatre courses available anywhere.
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Study Finance in France: The country has numerous reputable financial institutions and offers numerous job opportunities.Henceforth, studying banking and finance in France is one of the most sought-after courses for you.
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Culinary Studies in France: The French cuisine is delicate and flavorful. It is therefore one of the most popular courses taken by international students.
Admission Requirements to Study in France
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Completed university application
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High school and college transcripts (if you didn’t attend college, then just the high school ones will do.)
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Passport photocopy
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A passport-sized photo
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Essay (if asked)
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English proficiency results (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, etc.)
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Copy of birth certificate
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Certified translation of the birthplace of your parents
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Proof that you can support yourself financially
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Any other required document depends on the university.
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After admission: Speak to an AECC visa counsellor!

Admission Requirements to Study in France

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Completed university application
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High school and college transcripts (if you didn’t attend college, then just the high school ones will do.)
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Passport photocopy
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A passport-sized photo
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Essay (if asked)
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English proficiency results (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, etc.)
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Copy of birth certificate
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Certified translation of the birthplace of your parents
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Proof that you can support yourself financially
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Any other required document depends on the university.
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After admission: Speak to an AECC visa counsellor!

Language Proficiency Test Scores
For admission to any university in France, you need to take the English or French language tests to prove your language efficiency. According to the medium of instruction, you should take your language exams and present your scores to the universities.
Language Proficiency Test Scores

For admission to any university in France, you need to take the English or French language tests to prove your language efficiency. According to the medium of instruction, you should take your language exams and present your scores to the universities.
Visa Requirements to Study in France
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Go to the Campus France website and fill out the Student Visa Application Form.
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Present an official acceptance letter for the study programme at a French university.
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Language test results:
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Two photographs must be connected.
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A passport with at least 2 blank pages that are legitimate for no less than 3 months beyond the return date and copies of your past visas are required.
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A minimum of €30,000 in health and medical insurance is required.
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Include a cover letter explaining why you're visiting France and an itinerary, as well as confirmation that you'll be returning home after finishing your studies in France.
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Document evidence like a marriage certificate, a birth certificate, etc.
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Proof of adequate funds to survive in France during your studies
Cost
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Euro
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Long-stay visa (VLS-TS) | € 99 |
Short-stay visa | € 50 |

Visa Requirements to Study in France

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Go to the Campus France website and fill out the Student Visa Application Form.
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Present an official acceptance letter for the study programme at a French university.
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Language test results:
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Two photographs must be connected.
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A passport with at least 2 blank pages that are legitimate for no less than 3 months beyond the return date and copies of your past visas are required.
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A minimum of €30,000 in health and medical insurance is required.
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Include a cover letter explaining why you're visiting France and an itinerary, as well as confirmation that you'll be returning home after finishing your studies in France.
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Document evidence like a marriage certificate, a birth certificate, etc.
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Proof of adequate funds to survive in France during your studies
Cost
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Euro
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Long-stay visa (VLS-TS) | € 99 |
Short-stay visa | € 50 |

Academic requirements to study in France
- 10th Grade Transcripts and Certificate
- 12th Grade Transcripts and Certificate
- Bachelor’s Transcripts and Degree (for Masters and PG Programs Only)
- Master’s transcripts and degree (if available).
- Transcripts of diplomas and certificates (if available).
- Other diplomas or certificates (if available)
Academic requirements to study in France

- 10th Grade Transcripts and Certificate
- 12th Grade Transcripts and Certificate
- Bachelor’s Transcripts and Degree (for Masters and PG Programs Only)
- Master’s transcripts and degree (if available).
- Transcripts of diplomas and certificates (if available).
- Other diplomas or certificates (if available)
Cost of studying in France
Cost
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Euro
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Bachelor's Degree | € 2770 per year |
Master's Degree | € 3770 per year |
Doctorate | € 380 per year |
*1 Euro = 138 Nepali Rupee

Cost of studying in France

Cost
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Euro
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Bachelor's Degree | € 2770 per year |
Master's Degree | € 3770 per year |

Cost of living in France
Rent | €400 to €1,200 monthly |
Groceries | €400 monthly |
Electricity | €39 monthly |
Gas for heating/stove | €48 monthly |
Internet | €26 monthly |
Transportation (car maintenance) | €145 monthly |
Cell Phone plan | €16 monthly |
Regular purchases of coffee, croissants | €67 monthly |
Tickets for the movies | €16 |
Health insurance top up | €24 monthly |
*1 Euro = 138 Nepali Rupee
Cost of living in France

Rent | €400 to €1,200 monthly |
Groceries | €400 monthly |
Electricity | €39 monthly |
Gas for heating/stove | €48 monthly |
Internet | €26 monthly |
Transportation (car maintenance) | €145 monthly |
Cell Phone plan | €16 monthly |
Regular purchases of coffee, croissants | €67 monthly |
Tickets for the movies | €16 |
Health insurance top up | €24 monthly |
*1 Euro = 138 Nepali Rupee
Scholarships in France for Nepalese students
Studying in France may seem like a costly affair, but there are many scholarship options that you can explore before you make a decision. Campus scholarships are available for international students enrolling in bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD courses. Public institutes and Erasmus are some organizations that offer scholarships for international students to study in France. The French foreign ministry also provides scholarships for international students, wherein the foreign ministry hands out 25% of the scholarships. The rest of it is given by the French embassies in the respective home countries.
To find access to these scholarships, speak to our education counsellor today!

Scholarships in France

Studying in France may seem like a costly affair, but there are many scholarship options that you can explore before you make a decision. Campus scholarships are available for international students enrolling in bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD courses. Public institutes and Erasmus are some organizations that offer scholarships for international students to study in France. The French foreign ministry also provides scholarships for international students, wherein the foreign ministry hands out 25% of the scholarships. The rest of it is given by the French embassies in the respective home countries.

Job opportunities in France for Nepalese students
France offers an array of job opportunities for international students. Here’s a short list:
Internships: If the internship lasts more than two months, the student must be paid compensation of €600.60 per month.
Apprenticeships and Professional Training Contracts: These are open to first year students of Master’s programme.
Student visa to study in France

- Allows you to travel to all the 26 countries that are part of the Schengen countries
- Permits to work part-time.
- Concessions on rent and family expenses.
Cost
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Euro
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Long-stay visa (VLS-TS) | € 99 |
Short-stay visa | € 50 |
Student insurances to study in France
- The student is under 28 years by the current academic year
- Enrolled in a long term programme (at least more than 4 months)
- Belongs to a non-EU country.
Student insurances to study in France
- The student is under 28 years by the current academic year
- Enrolled in a long term programme (at least more than 4 months)
- Belongs to a non-EU country.
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