University · Paris, Île-de-France, France

Le Cordon Bleu Paris

A partner university in Paris, Île-de-France. We help you choose the right course, meet the entry requirements, apply on time and get your long-stay student visa (VLS-TS), free of charge.

TypeUniversity
WhereParis, Île-de-FranceFrance
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How it works

From first question to your first day

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    Tell us what you want to study. We check whether Le Cordon Bleu Paris fits your goals, grades and budget, and show you alternatives.

  2. 2

    Entry check

    We go through your documents and English level against the entry requirements, so there are no surprises later.

  3. 3

    Your application

    We prepare and send it with you, chase the decision and help you accept your offer.

  4. 4

    Long-stay student visa (VLS-TS)

    Apply after your Campus France interview and acceptance. Allow 2–3 months for the whole process.

Key dates

When to apply in France

Every date and visa timing

Students from many countries apply through Études en France (Campus France), which opens on 1 October. Private schools, like our partners, apply directly and often have extra intakes.

These are the usual latest dates for students who need a visa. Le Cordon Bleu Paris may close a course earlier when it fills, or accept later applications while places remain: an adviser confirms the date for your course.

Getting ready

What you will usually need

  • Transcripts and certificatesYour latest qualification, translated into English if needed.
  • English test resultIELTS, PTE, TOEFL or Duolingo, depending on the course.
  • Personal statementWhy this subject and this place. We help you write it.
  • ReferenceUsually one academic or work reference.
  • PassportValid for your whole stay.
  • Proof of fundsFor the visa: tuition and living costs, held as the rules require.
Not sure about your English? Take our free 15-minute speaking placement with a teacher and find out your real level.

Questions

What students ask us

Can you help me apply to Le Cordon Bleu Paris?

Yes. Le Cordon Bleu Paris is one of our partners, so our advisers know how it admits international students. We help with course choice, the application and the long-stay student visa (VLS-TS).

Does your help cost anything?

Your consultation is free, and so is our help with the application. Ask us how we work with our partners and we will tell you.

When should I apply?

As early as you can: an adviser will confirm the dates for your course.

Do I need a visa for France?

Most international students need a long-stay student visa (VLS-TS). Apply after your Campus France interview and acceptance. Allow 2–3 months for the whole process.