Application documents and language certificates

What documents you need and what language level is required

1. Main documents for applying

The exact documents may vary slightly between universities, but in general the following are almost always requested:

Valid passport or translated birth certificate

Official translation of academic documents (diploma, bachelor's, master's...)

Official translation of transcripts

CV focused on relevant academic and work experience

Motivation letter (Lettre de motivation) for each program

Language certificate (French or English depending on the program's language)

Portfolio for art, architecture and design programs

2. French language certificate

For French-taught programs, the minimum level is usually. Common tests:

TCF, usually with a score above 400

DELF B2, with a score of 50/100 or higher

Some universities may accept other tests; always check the official list on that university's website.

3. English language certificate

For English-taught programs, the most common certificate is. Required score:

Most programs: minimum 6 or 6.5

Some programs: may accept 5.5 (must be confirmed on the program's site)

Sometimes you can submit the test registration receipt when applying and send the score to the university later, but always check the university's score submission deadline.