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IPAG Business School

  • France , 
  • Nice , 
  • Paris
English
, French
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At a glance

1965

Est.

4k

Students

85%

Acceptance rate

3.5k€

Semester tuition

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Available subjects

English-taught
  • 📊 Accounting & Finance , 
  • 📈 Business & Management Studies

French-taught

  • 📊 Accounting & Finance , 
  • 📈 Business & Management Studies , 
  • 💻 Computer Science & Information Systems

About

Located in the heart of France’s most vibrant cities—Paris and Nice—as well as Abidjan, Ivory Coast, IPAG Business School is a renowned non-profit institution dedicated to shaping the next generation of business professionals. Since its founding in 1965, IPAG has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, global reach, and career-focused education, with a thriving network of over 14,500 alumni across industries worldwide.

Why choose IPAG?

✅ Highly Ranked & Globally Recognized

Ranked 3rd among French business schools in the prestigious Shanghai Ranking, IPAG is a trusted name in business education. It is also EFMD accredited, ensuring top-tier quality for its Master’s programs.

✅ Exceptional Career Outcomes

IPAG boasts an impressive 92% employment rate, demonstrating its commitment to preparing students for the workforce through practical learning, strong industry connections, and global exposure.

✅ A Truly International Experience

With a diverse student body from over 55 nationalities and partnerships with more than 300 universities worldwide, IPAG offers an immersive global education. Whether you choose to study in cosmopolitan Paris, the sun-soaked French Riviera in Nice, or the dynamic landscape of Abidjan, you’ll gain a multicultural perspective and a strong professional network.

Rankings and accreditations

Top 6%

Of business schools worldwide holding AACSB accreditation

6th

Best business school in France for social diversity

9th

University in France for research in Economics & Finance

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Fall semester

Late August

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Mid-Late December

⚠️ Application deadline:

June 28
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Spring semester

Early-Mid January

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Early June

⚠️ Application deadline:

December 12
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Prerequisites

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English 🇬🇧

CEFR level
B2
Accepted certificates
TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Duolingo, Current enrollment in a fully English-taught degree program, Others (see notes)
Additional notes

Please note that also other English-language certificates stating a B2 CEFR level might be accepted.

Strong academic focus

This institution has a strong academic focus on Social Sciences & Management. Applicants are expected to have prior academic coursework or a demonstrated background in a relevant field of study to ensure academic compatibility.

2.7 GPA

A minimum GPA equivalent to 2.7 on a 4.0 scale is typically required. Applicants slightly below this threshold may still be considered if supported by strong academic progression, relevant coursework, or an exceptional extracurricular profile.

Expense breakdown

Housing

850 EUR/mo

Food

350 EUR/mo

Transport

60 EUR/mo

Leisure

200 EUR/mo

Semester tuition

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Bachelor: 4,500 EUR
Master: 5,589 EUR

Living expenses (5 months)

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7,300 EUR

Travel & trips

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1,500 EUR

Estimated semester cost

Bachelor: 13,300 EUR
Master: 14,389 EUR

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Lifestyle

Life in

Paris

Accommodation

Regardless of whether you are a student at IPAG, an admitted candidate, or awaiting admission, the IPAG Housing service assists you in finding accommodation near the campus of your choice.
More information here.

Social and extracurricular activities

IPAG has more than 26 different organisations, that carry out more than a hundred projects each year

At IPAG, you can find the student organisation that suits you best, among several cultural, humanitarian, entrepreneurial, charitable or sports clubs. This vibrant associative life is a real catalyst for cohesion and personal fulfilment within the school. Each project is a new experimental ground to develop your sense of commitment and responsibility.

More information here.

Visa and immigration

European students:
As a European citizen, a national of a member country of the European Economic Area (EEA) or a Swiss national, you can stay and move freely around in France without a temporary residence permit.

Non-European students:
If you are a national of a non-European country, you must seek for a ” short-term ” visa if your training last less than 3 months, and a ” long-stay ” visa if your training last more than 3 months. Please note that you must include proof of enrollment in a higher education institution when applying for your visa.

To find out the procedure suited to your nationality and the duration of your stay, you can refer to the France-Visas website. A representative of IPAG’s international service can also assist you.

Climate

Fall semester

Late August

–

Mid-Late December
🌡️ 6°C to 28°C

Hot at first, then transitioning into a cooler, wetter autumn and mild winter. Nice remains sunnier and warmer than Paris throughout.

Spring semester

Early-Mid January

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Early June
🌡️ 3°C to 26°C

Winter persists in January and February, especially in Paris. Spring brings more sunshine and comfortable days by April and May, especially near the Mediterranean.

Campus location

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Student experiences

The location is amazing. I see the Tour Eiffel every day.

Teresa

This half year is a really good memory in my whole college life. I highly recommend for every student to come to Europe.

Vicky
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