10 good reasons to choose France
You've decided to study in France. You can't imagine all that lies in front of you: learning French, discovering a new culture, meeting international students… This visit will be a genuine adventure! The different regions of France provide incredible variety in culture and heritage, their traditions and cuisine, sea or mountain, city or country-side. In each of these regions, you will easily find academic institutions that offer study programmes suited to your needs and personal aspirations. Make the most of your time studying in France to explore a colourful and diverse country!
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An excellent system of higher education to meet every need. The French system of higher education is made up of a network of 3 500 public and private institutions found throughout the country. French higher education offers a wide range of specialised programmes in all disciplines. Please note that the tuition fees can vary from one programme to another: in France, you can always find an affordable alternative with a high academic standard. You can contact Campus France if you need help in finding your perfect programme.
Programmes funded and supported by the French Government. Courses are accredited and the French government covers a significant portion of the actual cost of the education – between 10 000 to 15 000 euros per student per year.
A wide choice of programmes taught in English. Explore more than 1 600 academic programmes taught in English online.
A certification system that highlights excellence in international student services. The "Bienvenue en France" label recognises educational institutions that offer high quality support for international students.
An attractive destination for international students. With more than 358 000 international students making up 12% of total enrolments, France ranks fifth in the world for hosting international students after the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and Germany (UNESCO 2020). France's institutions award degrees that comply with the common European framework known as LMD (Licence, Master, and PhD). French diplomas are therefore recognised and accepted throughout the world.
One of the world's top economic powers. A world economic power, France ranks third in Europe in gross domestic product and is the second largest European market (IMF 2018, Eurostat 2015).
A pleasant and stimulating environment in the heart of Europe. Situated right in the heart of Europe, France is the world's top tourist destination in terms of numbers of visitors (WTO 2018).
An international language. French is the world's fifth most widely spoken language, with 300 million speakers. French is the world's #3 business language and the #2 language for international news (OIF 2018).
The French lifestyle. France is home to more than 40 000 monuments and protected sites, 41 cultural treasures listed as UNESCO world heritage sites, 8 000 museums, 2 000 cinemas, and almost 500 festivals. France is a safe and tolerant country. The French healthcare and transportation systems are unique and broadly recognised. In France, as an international student you will benefit from the same rights and degrees as French students.
Advanced research is widely recognised. Second in the world in number of Fields Medal's laureates, fourth in the world for Nobel Prize's winners, fourth in the world in application for European patents, France has several famous researchers with whom you can be in contact during your study.