FAQ

ou can apply throughout the year. If you are an international student outside the EU and need to obtain a visa, it is strongly advised to apply by June at the latest, as the consular procedures can take time. Classes run from September to June.

If you are a citizen of a country in the European Economic Area (EEA) (European Union countries, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein) or Switzerland, you do not need a student visa to study or intern in France. Entry into France is free, regardless of the length of your stay or studies.

However, you must be covered by health and maternity insurance and have sufficient resources to support yourself and any family members accompanying you. Citizens of the EU/EEA/Switzerland can work during their studies in France without a residence permit, within a limit of 964 hours per year. For more information, visit France Visas.

Yes, more information can be found on the admissions page.

In the case where the necessary student visa application is rejected, the deposit can be refunded upon presentation of the relevant documents and confirmation that the visa application process was followed carefully. Half of the application fees (600€) will remain permanently with the school.

It is possible to do just one academic year, but not to join for just a single semester.

Classes run from September to June.

You can find all the necessary documents here

The creation of the Student Life and Campus Contribution (CVEC) was established in March 2018 as part of the “Orientation and Success of Students” law. Its purpose is to better support students and provide them with social, health, cultural, and sports services during their studies.

The CVEC funds initiatives benefiting students, such as healthcare access, social support, sports activities, arts and culture access, and improving campus conditions.

Yes, you must pay the CVEC.

You can pay it online or in cash:

Online:

1. First, register on the website messervices.etudiant.gouv.fr.
2. Then, log in to the dedicated site cvec.etudiant.gouv.fr.
3. Declare your city of study and pay the CVEC using your bank card.
4. Download a payment receipt, which you should keep to provide during your registration.

In cash at a post office:

1. First, register on messervices.etudiant.gouv.fr.
2. Then, log in to cvec.etudiant.gouv.fr.
3. Download the payment notice.
4. Pay in cash at a post office.
5. Wait to receive an email with a payment receipt within two business days. Download the receipt and keep it for your registration.

All students have the right to open a bank account in France, which can make your daily life easier.

Opening a bank account in France is very useful, especially for paying bills (electricity, phone, rent) and subscriptions (transport, internet). It will also make it easier to receive any potential salaries and get reimbursed for health expenses directly. A French payment card also allows you to handle most of your expenses, eliminating the need to carry large amounts of cash.

Having a bank account is a right recognized by French law. An international student living in France can open a bank account at any bank in the country. Most cities have multiple banking establishments, so all you need to do is visit a branch and make an appointment with a bank advisor.

For more information: Campus France – Opening a Bank Account in France.

All the information can be found in the application package, which you can download from the “Fees” section.

Before signing an apprenticeship contract and obtaining work authorization from the Ministry of the Interior, non-EU “first-time” international students must first complete a full year of initial training in France. Only alternating internships are allowed in this case. In such situations, the training remains the responsibility of the student.

he cost of living varies across different cities in France, and it tends to be quite high in Paris. On average, you should expect to pay around €800 per month for rent. Including food, transportation, books, and leisure activities, your monthly budget should be at least €1,200.

Yes, with a student visa, you are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week. Once you receive your class schedule, you’ll be able to organize your time and decide if you’d like to have a part-time student job alongside your studies.

Yes, the International Relations service supports you throughout the application process until your enrollment. The International Office will provide the necessary enrollment notification for your consular procedures. However, the process with Campus France and the French Consulate is your responsibility. We remain your primary point of contact until you arrive in France.

You will find all the details in the “Welcome in France” guide that you received upon your enrollment.

You have the same rights as all other students. The conditions may vary depending on your destination country and should be verified in due time.

There is a 5-year design program taught entirely in English, which you can find here: “Study in English at ECV.” If you are not from an English-speaking country or have not completed your education in an English-speaking institution, you will need to provide a language certificate proving a minimum level of B2 (TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS).

A minimum level of B2 is required to enter our programs (DELF, DALF, TCF, or TEF). If you come from a French-speaking country and have completed your education in French, you are exempt from this requirement, as are students who have attended a French high school abroad.

You must first apply to the program of your choice and receive a pre-admission. Once your application is accepted by the school, we will proceed with your enrollment in the French language program (SAF or FLE).

Study Abroad in France (SAF) Program: This intensive program combines French (FLE) with specialty courses (artistic practice) over an academic year. It brings students to the required level of French and helps strengthen their artistic skills.

French as a Foreign Language (FLE): In partnership with the France Langue Center (https://sejour.fl-france.fr/), AD Education offers students the opportunity to take FLE courses for periods ranging from one month to one year, depending on their initial level.

Yes, there are several options:

• Study abroad with or without a European scholarship (Erasmus) in over 50 partner universities.
• Enrollment in a campus abroad that is part of the network.

Yes, it is entirely possible to do an internship abroad during your studies at ECV. Our academic teams and the international office are available to assist you in your efforts.