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 .