Study in France: Timeline for September 2022 Intake
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Srishti Chatterjee
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Updated on Feb 1, 2022 14:15 IST
- Start early: By March, shortlist 8-12 universities you wish to apply to. Visit university websites and note their application requirements, deadlines, etc.
- Get familiar with banks or loan providers and scholarships to fund your studies.
- Start working on admission forms.
- Do some initial research on various accommodation options and cost of living.
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- Prepare for required standardised tests like GMAT, GRE, TCF or IELTS - depending on the course and university.
- By April or three months before the test date, register for GMAT/ GRE.
- Register for language exams at least a month before the test date.
- Take the required tests around June. Plan for buffer time in case you need to retake the test.
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- Shortlist the colleges and prepare for your application. Think hard about what makes you unique as an applicant and sketch out your strengths and self-assessment.
- Contact your professors and direct managers for the required 2-3 reference letters. At least a month before your application deadline.
- Begin drafting your SOP and essays. Give a month’s time to structure these documents properly.
- Search for and begin applying for scholarships (if applicable).
- Apply before the deadline!
- Don’t delay replying to college e-mails. And there will be quite a few!
- Appear for personal/video interviews.
- Once you get acceptance letters, make your decision as soon as possible.
- Depending on the deadline, notify the universities of your decision.
- You will need to pay a non-refundable deposit to confirm your admission.
- Apply for a student loan, after you get your acceptance letter.
- Gather paperwork for your student visa. Check visa requirements.
- Apply for your student visa in time. Keep in mind the time taken for visa processing!
- Book airline tickets.
- Arrange for an International Debit/Credit card.
- Collect all the documents and their photocopies, to take along.
- Check out this Pre-departure checklist!
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4 months ago
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Is it a must to register to campus France in order to a university in France
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Srishti ChatterjeeStudy Abroad Expert
4 months ago
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Yes
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4 months ago
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Is it not too late for me to register to campus France?
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Srishti ChatterjeeStudy Abroad Expert
4 months ago
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You can check their respective website
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4 months ago
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when is the deadline for September intake 2022 in France
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Srishti ChatterjeeStudy Abroad Expert
4 months ago
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University-specific deadlines differ with each university. There is no one common deadline for France
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a year ago
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Do france ask for interview in feb intake ?
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If the university conducts an interview for all courses, then all intakes will have an interview.
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Can I apply now for September intake
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