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Nanterre, France
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The below information is required while
completing the university application :
High school diploma (Baccalauréat or equivalent)
You must submit a certified copy of your final secondary school diploma—equivalent to the French Baccalauréat. If the original isn’t in French, it must be translated by a certified translator for the application process
Official academic transcripts
Provide full transcripts from your high school showing all coursework and grades. These documents are assessed to verify eligibility and academic readiness for undergraduate study
Proof of French language proficiency (minimum B2 level)
For French?taught bachelor’s programs, you need a B2-level certificate such as DELF or TCF. This is a strict admission requirement—without it, your application will not be considered
Passport copy (and visa documents if applicable)
A valid passport copy is required. Non?EU/EEA students must provide study visa documentation or proof of their Campus France pre?application as part of the admission file
Curriculum vitae (CV) and motivation letter
A CV outlines your academic and extracurricular background. A motivation or purpose letter explains why you want to study at Nanterre, your goals, and fit with the chosen program—often required in Parcoursup or Études en France procedures
Letters of recommendation or referee statements (if required)
Some programs request one or two academic or professional reference letters to support your application—especially if there are competitive or selective fields .
For the 2024–25 cycle, the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs selected Nanterre to host recipients of the prestigious Eiffel Excellence Scholarships. These grants support high-achieving international Master’s and doctoral candidates in law, economics, political science, and engineering. By hosting this program, Nanterre enhanced its global visibility and intensified its capacity to attract talented foreign students and future leaders in public and private sectors. The scholarship aligns with the university’s internationalization strategy and underscores its reputation for academic excellence. It also contributes to a multicultural campus environment and global academic outreach
According to Research.com’s 2024 metrics, Nanterre’s researchers rank #22–23 nationally in disciplines like Economics & Finance, Electronics, and Mechanical Engineering, with four scholars in top-tier global rankings. These researchers produced over 650 publications and more than 15,400 citations, demonstrating robust citation indices (D-indexes of 34–48). This performance places the university among France’s most competitive non‑STEM-focused institutions, showcasing its research excellence and ability to generate high-impact scholarship across diverse fields
Nanterre earned the European HR Excellence in Research award and the national SAPS (“Science Avec et Pour la Société”) label for its commitment to open science, ethics, and societal engagement. Through its Research Policy, the university adheres to FAIR principles, promotes data sharing, and implements participatory research that connects academia and civil society. The SAPS label reflects structured science dissemination efforts like public conferences and school outreach. These accolades confirm Nanterre’s leadership in research integrity and its mission to align scholarly work with societal priorities and ethical standards
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