What is CampusFrance?
CampusFrance is a service provided by the Embassy of France to American citizens as well as foreigners who are studying and/or living in the United States and wish to pursue their higher studies in France. It is the mandatory preliminary step in applying for a visa to study in France as well as a resource for students to utilize in deciding where and what to study.
CampusFrance’s Purpose:
CampusFrance is the preliminary step to the French visa application process. CampusFrance will assess a candidate’s academic suitability and inform the French Consulate of its conclusion. This assessment will take into account the following criteria: past academic results, consistency of future academic projects with past studies, consistent success during past studies, and presentation of solid academic plans and motivation. CampusFrance is also in charge of verifying diplomas, certificates, and all other documents presented by candidates, as well as evaluating candidates’ French speaking skills.
Who Applies to CampusFrance?
American citizens and foreigners that are living and/or studying in the United States who seek to pursue higher studies in France for a period of more than 3 months. Please note that those who have won grants must still process their applications through CampusFrance before going to the French consulate for the visa.
How Much Does CampusFrance Cost?
The cost of CampusFrance is $60 for study abroad students (those who are going through an exchange program through their home university) and $120 for independent students (those who are applying directly to a school in France). Please send a MONEY ORDER with your name and CampusFrance reference number (starts with “US”) printed on it when you send the required documents to CampusFrance.
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the granting of visas is the sole responsibility of the consulate of France. CampusFrance cannot be held responsible if a visa request is granted or denied.