Late Admission: France Opens Extra University Slots for Fall 2025

As the official application deadlines for the 2025/2026 academic year have passed, several French universities are offering late admission options. If places are still available, international applicants may still apply, provided they complete the visa process in time. This gives students a rare second chance to enter a French institution even after the official deadlines.

Contents:

• Official application deadlines
• Extended admissions period: new opportunities
• How to apply after the deadline
• Additional factors to consider
• Recommendations for late applicants

Official application deadlines

For the 2025/2026 academic year, the following deadlines were set through the Études en France platform:

• January 15, 2025 — Deadline to apply for first-year undergraduate programs (Licence 1).
• February 17, 2025 — Deadline for Master's programs and upper-level undergraduate admissions.
• March 14, 2025 — Completion of online interviews with Campus France representatives.
• April 30, 2025 — Final responses issued by universities.
• May 31, 2025 — Final deadline to confirm university admission.

Études en France is the official platform managed by Campus France for international students applying from abroad to French higher education institutions.

Extended admissions period: new opportunities

If spaces remain available, some French universities continue accepting applications until September 2025. This option is particularly relevant for non-EU students who were unable to apply during the initial timeline.

Important: Even for late admissions, international applicants must complete the Études en France process to obtain a long-term student visa.

How to apply after the deadline

The process largely remains the same:

• Submit your application through Campus France or directly via the university’s website.
• Ensure that spots are still available in your desired program.
• Prepare your documents well in advance — competition may be lower, but administrative processing still takes time.

Additional factors to consider

Even though this extended period offers flexibility, students should be aware of key limitations. Housing may be scarce by late summer. Start looking as early as possible to avoid stress and limited options. Some universities offer temporary housing for new arrivals — but not all do. It’s essential to check availability on each institution’s site.

Recommendations for late applicants

• Contact universities directly to confirm if places are still available in your program of interest.
• Prepare all documents in advance: motivation letter, CV, translated and certified diplomas and transcripts, and language certificates (DELF, DALF, TCF, or English tests for English-taught programs).
• Account for visa processing times — getting a long-term student visa may take several weeks.
• Monitor updates on official university websites and the Études en France platform for the latest information and changes.

Even if you missed the main deadlines, your dream of studying in France in 2025 isn’t over. With preparation, persistence, and quick action, you can still secure your place at a French university. Make your move — while spots last!