Each year, IAE Paris-Est welcomes students from around the world. They represent more than 15% of the student body, and join us through exchange programmes or individual enrolment. Thanks to our network of partner universities, our recognised academic programmes, and a privileged location close to Paris, IAE Paris-Est offers international students both a rewarding academic experience and an enriching personal journey.
Whether you are planning to come through an exchange agreement, as an individual applicant, or as a non-resident candidate, you will find all the information you need here to join IAE Paris-Est and prepare for your stay with confidence.
IAE Paris-Est offers international students the opportunity to study for one or two semesters through a university exchange programme. With more than 140 cooperation agreements in Europe, the Americas and Asia, students benefit from academic and cultural immersion – without paying additional tuition fees at the host institution.
To study at IAE Paris-Est as an exchange student, your home university must have a valid exchange agreement with one of the following:
Before applying, you must first be nominated by your home university. Once your nomination is confirmed, you can submit your application according to the following schedule:
Second semester: 15 October
Application deadlines :
Where to send your application :
IAE Paris-Est supports its international students before and during their stay with:
Does this apply to you?
This section concerns students from outside the European Union who wish to apply for a Licence (Bachelor’s degree), Master’s degree, or Doctorate at IAE Paris-Est, and who are not coming as part of an Erasmus+ or bilateral exchange programme.
Each year, IAE Paris-Est welcomes international students who wish to enrol in a full academic programme outside of an exchange scheme. Specific admission procedures apply, especially for students residing in countries that are part of the Campus France system.
Only the following programs are concerned :
–International MBA master’s degree
–Master’s degree in CSR management
–Master’s degree in financial engineering
–Master’s degree in accounting control and audit
2. Applicants living in other countries
If your country is not covered by the CEF procedure, you must apply directly to IAE Paris-Est. You will need to meet the admission requirements for the programme you are applying to and submit your application along with the required documents.
The selection criteria are the same for all applicants, regardless of nationality.
Language requirements
For programmes taught in French:
→ Minimum level B2 (accepted certificates: DELF B2, DALF C1, or TCF B2)
For programmes taught in English:
→ B2 level is required for international Bachelor’s programmes
→ C1 level is required for the IMBA Master’s degree
Tests required
Admission interviews
At IAE Paris-Est, international students pay the same tuition fees as French and European students.
To explore financial aid options, visit the Campus France grants directory which lists available scholarships and funding programmes bases on your country of origin and academic level.
For any questions, please contact m1-imba@u-pec.fr / international-iae@u-pec.fr (Créteil campus) or international@univ-eiffel.fr (Marne-la-Vallée campus).
International students who wish to complete a full degree programme at IAE Paris-Est – outside the framework of an exchange — must follow the individual application procedure. This applies to foreign students residing outside France who are not participating in Erasmus+ or a bilateral exchange agreement.
If you live in one of the following countries, you must use the Études en France platform to obtain a student visa:
Countries concerned: Algeria, Argentina, Benin, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Congo Brazzaville, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, Guinea, India, Japan, Lebanon, Korea, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Russia, Senegal, Syria, Taiwan, Tunisia, Turkey, United States, Vietnam.
Procedure:
Important note: The Campus France procedure does not replace the IAE selection process. You must apply to IAE Paris-Est within the deadlines set by the institution.
If you do not live in a country with a CEF procedure, you must apply directly to IAE Paris-Est by following the steps below:
Procedure:
Tests and prerequisites :
Language skills :
International students pay the same tuition fees as French and European students.
Financing of studies :
Visit the Campus France grants directory to explore available financial aid and scholarship opportunities based on your academic level and country of residence.
IAEx (Incredible & Amazing Exchange) is the student association at IAE Paris-Est dedicated to welcoming and integrating Erasmus and international students throughout the year.
From the beginning of the academic year, IAEx ensures that every student quickly feels at home in Paris by:
IAEx is also an open and dynamic community, offering cultural events, parties and discovery activities that promote intercultural exchange.
IAE Paris-Est provides a dedicated support service to assist international students with their application, arrival, and integration.
Whether you are applying through an exchange programme or as an individual candidate, don’t hesitate to contact the International Relations team.
Download useful documents :
Eric Hertzler
Deputy Dean International Relations and Incoming Academic Coordinator
Laura OWEN
Head of International Relations
Amy Sorce
International Relations Coordinator
Office 103 – Créteil Campus
Sylvie CHEVRIER
Head of International Relations
Lina EL SEMMAN
In charge of International Relations
Office C 207 – Bois de l’Étang Building Marne-la-Vallée Campus (Université Gustave Eiffel)
