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Sciences Po: campuses, programmes and admission
Compare Sciences Po’s seven campuses, undergraduate college, graduate schools and admission routes.
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key points: 7 campus · Sciences sociales · 30+ masters · International
Understand the institution before applying
The Undergraduate College spans seven campuses, each with a geographical or thematic focus. Paris is not the only option: compare specialisation, language, city, housing and mobility before ranking campuses.
Choose the right programme
At graduate level, Sciences Po lists more than thirty master’s degrees across eight professional schools. Public affairs, international relations, law, journalism, management, research and urban studies have different criteria and outcomes.
The admission route
The route depends on prior education and application pathway, not nationality alone. Confirm the exact route, documents, language requirements and deadline on the official page before preparing essays and references.
Language and academic level
Check the programme’s actual teaching language, required CEFR level, equivalencies and subject prerequisites on the official degree page. A strong language certificate does not replace academic preparation; an English-taught degree may still require French for campus life, internships or options.
Build a convincing application
Connect grades, prior courses, experience and future plans to the precise degree content. CV, statement, transcripts, translations and references must tell one coherent story. Follow format, length, upload method and deadline; extra documents can hide the evidence that matters.
Budget, housing and visa
Add tuition, student-life contribution, insurance, housing, deposit, transport and daily costs. Paris and the Saclay plateau require different housing strategies. Admission is not a visa: follow Campus France and France-Visas whenever your profile requires them.
Final checklist
Confirm the degree-awarding institution, campus, language, calendar, fees, documents, platform and official contact. Save proof of submission, monitor the portal and keep an academic and financial alternative. Rules and amounts can change, so the official sources below prevail.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply?
The platform depends on the degree, level and country of residence. The official programme page states the route to follow.
Does an English-taught degree require French?
Not always for admission, but French may be useful or required for some modules, internships and daily life.
Does admission guarantee a visa?
No. Academic admission and the visa procedure are separate decisions.
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