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Eligibility criteria for the University Programmes
The University Programmes admit university students and graduates from a variety of backgrounds and situations. Whether they are preparing for an international career, considering a degree at Sciences Po, or simply intellectually curious, students benefit from this unique opportunity to discover Sciences Po.
Academic Requirements
The University Programmes are open to candidates in the following situations:
- Students currently enrolled in an institution of higher education
- University graduates who have obtained at least a bachelor's degree
- Students in their final year of secondary school who will receive their secondary diploma by Summer 2026 and who will enrol in an institution of higher education in Fall 2026
Current secondary students who will still be enrolled in secondary school in Fall 2026 are ineligible for the University Programmes. These candidates are invited to apply to the Pre-College Programmes.
Policy for underage students
The University Programmes do not have a minimum or maximum age. However, admitted students who meet the above criteria, but are under the age of 18, will need parental consent to participate in the programme. Please note that certain housing options in Paris do not accept students under the age of 18.
Language requirements
Candidates who are not native English speakers may demonstrate their proficiency in English in one of three ways:
The following tests and minimum scores are accepted:
- TOEFL (IBT or Home Edition): 90 - Comprehension (Reading + Listening) minimum: 46; Expression (Speaking + Writing) minimum: 44
- IELTS: 6.5, no subscore under 5.5
- Cambridge English: B2 First (former Cambridge English First FCE) - "Reading" and "Listening": grade A (minimum:180); "Use of English", "Writing" and "Speaking" minimum: grade B (minimum: 173)
- Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (former Cambridge English Advanced - CAE)
- Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (former Cambridge English Proficiency - CPE)
- Duolingo test: 130 minimum
This includes:
- An academic transcript showing at least two years of courses entirely taught in English
- A diploma from an English-speaking institution
Please note that two years of English language courses alone are not sufficient.
Complete a Summer School English language assessment and upload it as part of your application file.
