Study in France – Portfolio
Nexus Point Consultants offers dedicated guidance for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs in France, including scholarship and visa assistance.
🇫🇷 Why Study in France?
- World-class universities with rich cultural heritage
- Affordable tuition fees compared to other Western countries
- Courses available in French and increasingly in English
- Strong emphasis on research and innovation
- Opportunities for internships in Europe’s business hub
- Post-study work permits up to 12 months
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Completion of secondary education or relevant bachelor’s degree
- French language proficiency (DELF/DALF) or English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) as per course requirement
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
- University admission letter or acceptance
- Proof of sufficient financial resources
📄 Types of Study Visas
- Long-Stay Visa (Visa de long séjour): For courses longer than 3 months
- Short-Stay Schengen Visa: For courses up to 90 days
- Residence permit obtained after arrival
📝 Application Process
- Profile assessment and course selection
- Application submission via Campus France or university portals
- Document preparation including financial and language proofs
- Visa application and interview preparation
- Visa submission at French Embassy/Consulate
- Pre-departure briefing and arrival assistance
📋 Required Documents by Program Level
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
- High school diploma and transcripts
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months)
- Language proficiency certificates (French or English)
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Passport size photos
- Proof of financial resources
- University admission letter
📘 Master's Degree
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Valid passport
- Language proficiency proof
- Research proposal (if applicable)
- Motivation letter / SOP
- CV/Resume
- Proof of funds
📕 PhD Program
- Master’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Research proposal
- Supervisor acceptance
- List of publications
- Proof of funding
🎓 Program Levels & Tuition Fees
Program Level | Tuition Fees (Per Year) | After Scholarships | Notes |
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Bachelor’s | €170 – €3,770 (public universities) | Low tuition, many scholarships | Varies by program and university |
Master’s | €243 – €4,500 | Scholarships available | Some programs charge higher fees |
PhD | Often tuition exempt or low fees | Research scholarships common | Includes monthly stipends in some cases |
🏡 Language Requirements (2025)
Language of Instruction | Required Tests | Alternatives / Notes |
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French | Required (DELF/DALF) | Some programs accept equivalent tests |
English | Required (IELTS 6.0+ / TOEFL) | Common for Master’s and PhD programs |
🧾 Scholarships & Financial Aid (2025)
Scholarship | Coverage | Eligibility |
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French Government Scholarships | Tuition waiver, monthly stipend | Merit and need-based |
Campus France Eiffel Scholarship | Full tuition and living expenses | Highly competitive |
University-specific Scholarships | Partial to full tuition waivers | Varies by institution |
⏱️ Visa Processing Time
French student visa processing usually takes 1–3 months. Apply early to avoid delays.
🏠 Residence Permit & Post-Arrival
- Apply for residence permit (“Carte de Séjour”) after arrival
- Work up to 964 hours/year (approx. 20 hours/week)
- Option to extend stay for job search or further study
- Support from Nexus Point France team on arrival
🤝 Why Choose Nexus Point Consultants?
- Personalized support for French admissions and visas
- Experienced team with in-depth knowledge of France education system
- On-ground assistance through local partners
- Post-arrival and career counseling services