Study in France for Pakistani Students

Study in France with globally ranked universities, English-taught degrees, affordable public education routes, scholarship options and a clear VLS-TS student visa pathway.

Universities

Université Grenoble Alpes

Location: Grenoble, France
Country: France
Official Website: univ-grenoble-alpes.fr

Sciences Po

Location: Paris, France
Country: France
Official Website: sciencespo.fr

Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne

Location: Paris, France
Country: France
Official Website: pantheonsorbonne.fr

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Why Study in France

Edworld helps students shortlist French institutions according to programme language, admission profile, tuition, scholarship chance, visa documentation, city cost and career plan. Students should confirm whether the programme is English-taught, French-taught or bilingual before applying.

Top universities: PSL, Institut Polytechnique de Paris, Sorbonne University, Université Paris-Saclay and École Normale Supérieure de Lyon are globally ranked.

Affordable public routes: Public university tuition can be lower than many private European options, although non-EU fees and programme fees vary.

English-taught growth: France offers many English-taught master’s and business/engineering programmes; French remains important for internships and daily life.

Career sectors: Strong fields include luxury, fashion, hospitality, aerospace, AI, engineering, business, energy, pharmaceuticals, research and public policy.

Location advantage: France gives access to a major EU economy and Schengen travel.

Best fit: France suits students who want European education and are willing to learn French for stronger employability.

Bachelor’s: HSSC, A Levels, IB or equivalent accepted qualification; some institutions may require subject match, entrance tests or portfolio.

Master’s: Relevant bachelor’s degree, transcripts, CV, motivation letter, references and sometimes GRE/GMAT, portfolio or interview.

Language: English-taught programmes may require IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or accepted alternatives. French-taught programmes need French language evidence.

Documents: Passport, academic records, SOP/motivation letter, CV, recommendation letters, language score, financial proof and Campus France/visa documents.

Application warning: France can involve both institution admission and Campus France/visa steps, so students should not wait until the last month.

Public tuition: Non-EU public university fees are set by policy but institutions may have exemptions or different arrangements; exact fee must be checked.

Private schools: Business schools, engineering schools and specialised institutions can charge higher tuition than public universities.

Living cost: Paris is significantly more expensive than cities such as Lyon, Lille, Grenoble, Toulouse, Montpellier or Nantes.

Budget items: Accommodation, insurance, CVEC where applicable, visa fee, transport, food, books and deposit should be included.

Edworld check: We compare city cost and institution fee before finalising university choices.

Student work rights: Long-stay student visa holders can generally work up to 964 hours per year, subject to French rules.

Language reality: French language ability strongly improves part-time work, internships and post-study job access.

Post-study options: Eligible graduates may apply for job-search/business-creation residence routes depending on degree and current French rules.

Practical warning: Students should keep funds ready before travel and treat part-time work as support, not the primary visa funding source.

Top Universities to Study in France

France is a major European study destination for Pakistani students interested in business, engineering, data science, fashion, hospitality, arts, social sciences, medicine-related fields, public policy and research. Students can apply to public universities, grandes écoles, business schools and specialised institutions.

Institution	Ranking / Recognition 2026
Université PSL	QS WUR 2026: #28
Institut Polytechnique de Paris	QS WUR 2026: #41
Sorbonne University	QS WUR 2026: #63
Université Paris-Saclay	QS WUR 2026: #70
École Normale Supérieure de Lyon	QS WUR 2026: #187
École des Ponts ParisTech	QS WUR 2026: #205
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne	QS WUR 2026: #283
Sciences Po	QS WUR 2026: #319
Université Grenoble Alpes	QS WUR 2026: #334

Courses to Study in France

– Business Administration

– International Business

– Luxury Brand Management

– Fashion Management

– Hospitality and Tourism

– Data Science

– Artificial Intelligence

– Computer Science

– Aerospace Engineering

– Mechanical Engineering

– Civil Engineering

– Energy and Sustainability

– Public Policy

– International Relations

– Economics and Finance

– Arts and Design

– French Language

Visa Guide to Study in France

Pakistani students usually apply for a long-stay student visa when studying in France for more than 90 days.

Type of Visa / Permit	Purpose	When to Apply	Arrival in France
Long-Stay Student Visa VLS-TS	For students admitted to an eligible French programme lasting more than 90 days. It acts as a long-stay visa and residence permit after validation.	Apply after admission and after completing the required Campus France / France-Visas steps for Pakistan.	Travel according to visa validity. After arrival, students must validate the VLS-TS online within the official deadline.
Short-Stay Student Visa	For short courses, language study or training up to 90 days where applicable.	Apply before travel with admission, accommodation, insurance and financial documents.	Arrival depends on approved travel dates and visa validity.

Scholarship Guide - Study in France

France offers scholarships through the French government, universities, European programmes and specialised schools. Pakistani students should prepare strong academic documents, a focused motivation letter and programme-specific application before scholarship deadlines.

Eiffel Excellence Scholarship

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship is a French government scholarship for high-level international students at master’s and doctoral level. It is usually submitted through French institutions, not directly by the student. The scholarship provides monthly allowance and selected support, while tuition coverage depends on the institution’s arrangement. Students must first target programmes that can nominate them.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters

Erasmus Mundus scholarships support selected joint master’s programmes across Europe, including some programmes with French universities. Awards can cover participation costs and living support depending on the programme. Selection is very competitive and requires strong academic fit, motivation and complete documents. Students apply through the specific Erasmus Mundus programme.

Sciences Po Emile Boutmy Scholarship

The Emile Boutmy Scholarship supports selected non-EU students admitted to Sciences Po undergraduate or master’s programmes. It can reduce tuition costs but is competitive and tied to admission quality. Students need a strong academic record, motivation and fit with Sciences Po programmes. Exact amount and eligibility must be checked for the intake year.

France Excellence / Embassy Scholarships

France Excellence scholarships and embassy-linked schemes can vary by country, year and academic priority. These awards may support selected master’s or research pathways and often focus on strong academic profiles. Pakistani students should check the current Campus France Pakistan and French Embassy announcements. Availability should never be assumed without the current call.

Université Paris-Saclay International Master's Scholarships

Université Paris-Saclay offers competitive scholarships for selected international master’s students in eligible programmes. These are useful for strong students targeting research-oriented master’s routes. Eligibility depends on programme, admission status and annual rules. Students should prepare a clear study plan and apply before the scholarship deadline.

Life in France

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