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Destination France
Study in France: degrees recognized all around the world
The top destination for students from French-speaking Africa: some of the lowest public tuition fees in Europe, courses in French, and GSC support that secures the most sensitive part of your application, the proof of financial means (AVI).
- 443k
- international students (2024-25)
- 54%
- of university students from Africa
- 178€
- standard fees / year (bachelor)
Visa proof of funds
880 € / month
Right to work
~20 h / week
After the master (APS)
~12 months to find a job
Strengths that make the difference
Recognized excellence
Internationally recognized degrees, a wide range of programs, and courses taught in French with no language barrier for our target audience.
Affordable public fees
At public universities, standard fees are around 178 euros/year for a bachelor. Even the differentiated non-EU fees often remain below English-speaking countries.
African community
More than half (54.3%) of international university students are African: 114,494 students, which means strong support networks.
Clear framework and prospects
A well-known procedure (Etudes en France / Campus France), the right to work about 20 h/week, and an APS permit of about 12 months after a master.
Dated, sourced data
We prefer verifiable figures over promises. Here is what you need to know.
≈ 443 500
international students in France (+3%/year)
Campus France · 2024-2025
54,3 %
of international university students are African
Campus France · 2024-2025
2 895 - 3 941 €
differentiated non-EU fees (bachelor to master)
Service-Public · 2025-2026
880 €/mois
proof of funds required for the visa
Service-Public · 2025
~964 h/an
work allowance during studies (~20 h/week)
Campus France · 2025
≈ 27 %
visa refusal rate (Africa, vs 21% worldwide)
Observatoires / presse · 2021
The points to watch, and how GSC protects you
Credibility comes before overpromising. We also tell you what to watch out for.
Rising fees for non-EU students
Differentiated fees for 2025-2026 of about 2,895 euros/year (bachelor) and 3,941 euros/year (master). The decree of May 19, 2026 caps exemptions.
How GSC protects you: We budget your project upfront and target the right institutions and scholarships.
The visa, the most sensitive step
High refusal rates for French-speaking Africa (around 27% in 2021). The number one cause of refusal: insufficient financial means.
How GSC protects you: This is exactly what the GSC AVI secures: a recognized proof of financial means.
Tougher job market entry
Unemployment among recent non-EU arrivals is significantly higher (around 16%). Employment depends on degree level (master+), field and network.
How GSC protects you: We guide you towards high-demand fields and prepare the post-graduation step (APS).
Cost of living and paperwork
Expensive housing (especially Paris and the Paris region) and administrative delays (prefecture appointments, renewals).
How GSC protects you: Housing search, home insurance and arrival follow-up are part of our support.
Your France project, secured from A to Z
At the heart of our work: the AVI, the proof of funds that unlocks the visa. Around it, full support.
Discover the AVI
AVI / proof of funds
The recognized financial document to justify your means at the consulate.
Campus France application
Admission support and the Etudes en France procedure.
Housing
Help with the search and introductions to landlords.
Visa assistance
Preparation of the application and required supporting documents.
Insurance
Travel, repatriation, civil liability and home insurance.
Arrival follow-up
Procedures, integration and long-term support.
Comparing the two destinations
France for recognition and language, Turkey for accessibility, cost and scholarships. GSC supports both with the same rigor.
France
TürkiyeData 2024-2026, to be rechecked before each academic year. Sources: Campus France, Service-Public, ICEF Monitor, Türkiye Bursları.
Frequently asked questions
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How much do I need to justify for the student visa?
You must justify at least 880 euros/month, i.e. 10,560 euros/year. The AVI is one of the recognized means for this proof of funds.
Does GSC guarantee the visa?
No. GSC is an intermediary and support partner, not the State or the university. We secure the application documents (including the AVI) to strongly reduce the risk of refusal, but the decision belongs to the authorities.
Can I work during my studies?
Yes, about 964 h/year (around 20 h/week). After a master, the APS permit lets you look for a job for about 12 months.
Will fees increase?
For non-EU students, differentiated fees for 2025-2026 range from about 2,895 euros (bachelor) to 3,941 euros (master). The decree of May 19, 2026 gradually caps exemptions, a budget to anticipate.
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