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🇫🇷 Study in France

Strong in arts, law, business. Safety safe (15/100).

France pairs internationally ranked universities (best QS #24) — living costs run about €850–€1700 a month. Programmes are strongest in arts, law, business. Graduates get a post-study work window of around 12 months. Acceptance sits near 45%, and student visas process in around 45 days. Scholarship routes exist for eligible students.

Key facts · France

Monthly cost
€850–1700
Acceptance rate
45%
Visa processing
~45d
Work visa
12 mo
QS rank (best)
#24
Scholarships
Yes
Degree tuition
~€3,770/yr

Degree tuition: ~€3,770/yr (median) — range €0–€45,000/yr across 20 degree programmes in the Meridian dataset. International-student fees and specific programmes can differ; confirm on the university's official page.

Proof of funds (student visa): €615/mo — figure from the Meridian dataset; confirm the current amount on the official source.

Official languages: fr · sources: Frankfurter/ECB (USD/EUR), UK FCDO Travel Advice (GOV.UK), France-Visas (Ministère de l'Intérieur).

Figures are indicative estimates from the Meridian dataset — not official guidance. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you decide.

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