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École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay

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École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay is a public university in France. It suits students who want a small programme offering at diploma level and who plan to check carefully whether the available subjects match their goals.

  2. What you can study

    The institution lists 10 programmes at diploma level. Examples include Associate Degree in Biblical Studies, Business, Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Wellness, BSN Prerequisites, Associate of Science Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities, Associate of Arts Degree in the same area, and a Junior College Diploma.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions channels and check the website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any language or visa steps that apply to their case. The university’s website should be used to confirm the current application process for the programme you want.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Budget separately for living costs in France, including housing, transport, food, and insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, confirm the language requirement, whether your qualifications are accepted, the documents needed for admission, and any visa or residence permit steps you will need to complete from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    France has 298 universities, so this institution sits within a large national higher education system. Its profile is narrower than many universities because it lists 10 diploma-level programmes, which may suit students looking for a limited set of study options rather than a broad course catalogue.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay

What type of institution is École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay?

It is a public university in France.

How many programmes does it list?

It lists 10 programmes.

What degree levels are available?

The degree level listed is Diploma.

Where should I check the official details before applying?

Check the university website at https://ens-paris-saclay.fr/ and confirm admissions and programme details with the university.

Overview

An école normale supérieure or ENS is a type of elite public higher education institution in France. A portion of the student body, admitted via a highly-selective competitive examination process, are French civil servants and are known as normaliens. ENSes also offer master's and PhD degrees, and can be compared to "Institutes for Advanced Studies". They constitute the top level of research-training education in the French university system.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for France.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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