• Name: French Republic 
• Capital: Paris 
• Largest City: Paris 
• Population: 65,350,000 (2012) 
• GDP: 2734.95 billion US dollars. 
• Currency: Euro
• Major Languages: French 
• Climate: mild temperate climate throughout the year with seasonal variations 
• Number of universities: 87 

• France is one of the most appealing destinations for students worldwide. 
• Paris has been voted the No. 1 student city! (QS Best Student Cities, 2014) 
• 4th wealthiest country and 5th largest economy in the world 
• Over five French business schools are ranked among the top 10 business schools in Europe. 
• Excellent environment that promotes innovation and entrepreneurship. 
• Highly subsidised tuition fees 
• One of the best countries to pursue management and engineering courses with excellent specializations on offer 
• Headquarters of 39 Fortune 500 companies 
• Collaboration with industry and salary-based internships are integral parts of the curriculum. Excellent placement opportunities for students in the area of their study 
• Outstanding research and development opportunities 
• Offer free French language classes for international students.

The higher education system of France consists of public universities, which are government-funded and open to all who meet eligibility criteria. 

• • Grandes écoles: highly illustrious institutions; hence, admissions to these are based on entrance examination scores. 
  • Technical institutes that impart education in vocational subjects 

• February /September

Fee details provided are informative and may vary depending on the institution and the study program. 

• • Masters program (engineering stream): 13500 euros for the entire program Masters program 
  • Masters program (business stream): 15200 euros for the entire program 

• A minimum of €8,000 per year (may vary depending on the accommodation taken and the lifestyle of the student) 

• Part-time work rights of 20 hours per week 
• 2-year stay-back for students who have studied in government institutions