🇫🇷 Destination
Study in France
Very low public fees and a housing subsidy nearly every student can claim.
€170Tuition from
€700Living / month
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The honest version
What studying in France actually involves
French public universities charge €170 for a Bachelor's and €243 for a Master's at the domestic rate, and the CAF housing allowance covers a real share of rent for international students too. The process is slower than Italy's because Campus France pre-approval is mandatory.
At a glance
- Tuition
- €170 for a Bachelor's and €243 for a Master's at the domestic rate; the non-EU rate reaches €3,770 unless waived — and waivers are common.
- Housing aid
- The CAF allowance is open to international students and typically covers €100–€200 of monthly rent.
- Language
- A growing catalogue of English-taught Master's degrees. Most Bachelor's degrees require French at B2.
- Admission
- Campus France pre-approval is mandatory and must be started early.
- After graduating
- A 12-month temporary residence permit for Master's graduates.
- The catch
- The Campus France interview is a real filter, and processing is slow. Start twelve months ahead.
Where to study
1 city in France
Living costs vary more than tuition does. Choosing the right city often saves more money than choosing the right university.
Next step
Is France right for your file?
That depends on your grades, your budget and your language level. Forty-five minutes with an advisor, free, and you will know.