Intakes mean that the terms or the classes will start at that particular time of the year at the universities. Mainly, January and September are the Intakes in France universities for the students coming from other countries.
September Intake in France:
1. Start early: March 2020 to April 2020
By March, make a list of 8-12 universities you wish to study in. Visit websites of universities and make a list their application requirements, deadlines, fees etc.
Here is a list of Universities in France for international students for September Intake 2020:
- PSL research university
- Ecole Polytechnique
- Sorbonne University
- CentraleSupélec university
- Get familiar with banks and loan providers and scholarships in France to fund your studies.
- Research about various accommodation options and the cost of living in France.
2. Crack the exams: April 2020 to June 2020
- Prepare for required standardised tests like GMAT, GRE, TOEFL or IELTS – depending on the course and university.
- Crack the required tests around June. Plan for the extra time in case you need to reappear for the test.
3. Now apply to the universities: May 2020 to June 2020
- Shortlist the colleges and prepare for your application. Make a good decision about the colleges as it is going to be an important decision for your life.
- You may also need Campus France authorization
- At least before a month of your application deadline, contact your direct managers and for the 2-3 reference letters as required.
- Start drafting your essays and SOP. Take a month of time to arrange and structure them properly.
- Search for and begin applying for scholarships (if required ).
- Make sure to apply to the universities before the specific deadlines.
4. Pay fee after the process: July 2020 to August 2020
- Reply on time to the college emails.
- Give personal or video interviews as decided by the universities
- Once you get acceptance letters, inform the universities of your decision depending on the application deadline
- You will have to pay a non-recoverable deposit to finalise your admission.
5. Student Visa and funds: August 2020 to September 2020
- After you receive your acceptance letter to apply for a student loan(if needed)
- Gather paperwork for your student visa. Check visa requirements.
- Apply for a student visa in France in time by keeping in mind the processing time taken for the visa.
6. Get ready to take off: September 2020
- Book your airline tickets.
- Arrange for an International Debit/Credit card.
- Assemble all the documents and their photocopies, to take along.
January Intake in France:
January intake is also known as spring intake. If you want to study in France for January intake, follow the steps given below :
1. Start Now: June 2020 – July 2020
- Start looking for a course in your field of study, Bachelor and Masters in France Courses starting in January, and after that, a University.
- Select the University that best suits your academic and career goals and make a list of them.
- Look for specific locations and tuition fees of the courses you want to study.
- Once you have selected the University in France, go to their website and apply. You must submit your application before the deadlines. So Plan Accordingly.
Here is a list of Universities in France for international students for January Intake 2021:
University of Burgundy, Burgundy
Paris Diderot University, Paris
Paris-Sorbonne University, Paris
INSEAD Business School, Fontainebleau
Grenoble School of Management, Grenoble
Paris Dauphine University, Paris
2. Appear for the Exams: July 2020 to August 2020
- There are many competitive and entrance exams one needs to appear for getting admission into a French University like TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT, GRE, SAT, etc.
- The test results also take time to be declared, and you might need to reappear them in case you don’t achieve the required results. Therefore, it is important to have extra time of two months for the exams.
3. Start Applying to Colleges: August 2020 to September 2020
- Start working on the SOP, the statement of purpose. Contact your superiors and professors for the LOR, the letters of recommendation. The process for the documentation should start at least a month before the application deadline.
- To apply, go to the respective websites of University and follow the steps as mentioned. Ensure that you are filling up the correct information. Submit the application on time before the deadline closes. You may also need Campus France authorization
4. Acceptance Letters and Interviews: September 2020 to October 2020
- After a specific time, the University will mail you with the status of your application. You should reply to them as soon as you are ready with your decision.
- You might be asked to appear for a personal or a video interview.
- Once you confirm your positive reply, you have to pay a confirmation fee. Before the due dates.
5. France Student Visa Application and Education Loan: October 2020 to November 2020
- After the confirmation, you will get an acceptance letter from the University. Then you have to start preparing for your France Student Visa Application.
- Apply for an education loan if required. Start applying for your student’s loan and manage the money funds you will be required to show.
6. Tickets and Departure: November 2020 to December 2020
- Book the flight tickets.
- Start looking for accommodation depending on your preference.
- Collect all the necessary documents and their photocopies required before flying. Arrange for an international credit or debit card, and a pre-departure checklist to have a problem-free journey to France.
Now you know everything about the Intake in France universities. So start your preparations accordingly.
All the best..!!
