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MS DURATION
2 Years (M1+M2)
Tuition Range
€3,879 (Public)
Avg Package (Indian Grads)
€40,000 - €55,000
Part-time Work
20 Hours/Week
Part-time work rules
International students in France are legally allowed to work up to 964 hours per year, which equates to roughly 20 hours per week (60% of full-time). All students are guaranteed the national minimum wage (SMIC), which is approximately €11.65 per hour. No special authorization is required for VLS-TS holders.
Post-Study Work Visa
Indian students graduating with a Master's degree in France are eligible for a 2-year 'Job Search/Business Creation' (RECE) visa. This allows graduates to stay and look for a job or start a business. France also has a special agreement with India allowing Indian alumni to receive 5-year short-stay Schengen visas.
Average Salary for Indian MS Graduates
ENTRY LEVEL
€2,800 - €3,500/mo
MID LEVEL
€4,800 - €6,500/mo
Exam Requirements
IELTS: 6.0-6.5 | TOEFL: 80-90 | GMAT: Often required for Grande Écoles / MBA | French Proficiency (DELF/DALF): Only if the course is taught in French; otherwise, English tracks are widely available.
Indian Community & Living Costs
Living costs range from €800 - €1,200 per month. Paris is the most expensive (€1,200+), while cities like Lyon or Toulouse are more affordable (€700-900). Students can benefit from CAF (housing subsidies) which can cover up to 30% of rent. Total estimated living cost: €9,600 - €14,400/year.