What is Classes Internationales?

Classes Internationales offers you access to some of the top French higher education institutions, where you can study in French. With our search engine, you can easily browse and find programs that match your academic interests.

Through Classes Internationales, you'll spend between one semester and a full academic year at a preparatory school designed to help you gain admission to a university, engineering school, or management school in France. You will join a community of international students and be welcomed by a dedicated team that supports your French language development.

This is your gateway to France

At their official meeting in July 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron announced the launch of Classes Internationales - a flagship programme which began in September 2024. This initiative is designed to welcome India’s most talented high-school graduates, regardless of their proficiency in French.

Whether you have some prior experience with the French language or are a complete beginner, this program provides access to some of the most prestigious French universities.

Prospective students are encouraged to explore the participating institutions in the Classes Internationales program and contact them directly using the email addresses provided at the end of each institutions' page.

The application deadline for complete beginners (A0 level) is March 31, 2025. Students with A2 proficiency have until mid-May 2025 to submit their applications.

The French language proficiency levels range from A1 to C2. Know more.

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