Schiller International University France

• Location: Paris, France,
• Year of foundation: 1967,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of education: mixed.

Schiller International University (France Campus) is a private university with a long history and four campuses in the world: France, Germany, the United States and Spain.

The institution was founded as an international program in 1964 when Walter Leibrecht wanted to provide quality education to Americans living in West Germany. Three years later, the educational institution opened two campuses - in Madrid and in Paris, thereby receiving the title of an international university. Over the years, Schiller International University has gone through many changes, while always following modern trends in the educational system in order to provide the best conditions for studying, getting a positive experience of education abroad.

Today, hundreds of international students, both local and foreign, study here. Some students prefer to choose the distance learning format offered in several areas of higher education - online classes give foreign students the opportunity to gain qualifications, academic and practical experience without leaving their homes. At the same time, distance education is not much different from face-to-face education: students are provided with support on any issue, many resources for self-study, the opportunity to maintain relationships with classmates and many other services.

Following the trends of our time, Schiller International University provides students with a multifunctional electronic platform where you can find both services for full-time students and a complete infrastructure for distance learning. Students who choose to receive qualifications online get access to video chats with conferences and lectures, a study schedule, the opportunity to maintain friendships with classmates and receive help from teachers.

Another important aspect of the educational process is additional language lessons for foreign students, already included in the cost of the program. International students receive individual or group classes focused on developing academic and language skills in parallel with the main curriculum.

Education at the university takes place at two stages of higher education: bachelor's and master's degrees. All programs are available for face-to-face format, some of them are open for online education.

The university does not have its own residences, but cooperates with local housing agencies Les Estudines and Atome. Agencies offer comfortable accommodation for local and foreign students, providing preferential conditions and a fairly wide range of services already included in the price. The residential buildings are located near the educational territory, connected to the campus by excellent transport infrastructure.

Extracurricular life of the university is covered on an electronic portal: a variety of concerts in honor of holidays, scientific seminars, themed parties and much more are organized on campus throughout the academic year. You can also create a circle of interest on the portal or join an existing one to find a company of like-minded people, promote your ideas, develop skills in creativity, sports, science or volunteering.

• Accreditation by the Commission of Professional Schools and Colleges (ACCSC),
• The university's programs are internationally recognized, so diplomas are valid in many countries, including China,
• A collaboration with the University of Roehampton London, allowing students to obtain a double degree,
• Career Support Program, which offers internships, employment assistance upon graduation,
• Some programs are available online.

Opened in 2022, the Paris campus of Schiller International University is now located in the eighth arrondissement, just a short walk from one of the most famous monuments of the French capital, the Arc de Triomphe, right at the western end of the Champs-Elysées. Near the educational area there are public transport stops, shops, restaurants and attractions: theaters, galleries, exhibition and music halls.

The academic infrastructure of the campus creates an atmosphere of immersion in research, the study of the chosen profession, and concentration on one's own hobbies and interests. Students have access to spacious classrooms, a computer laboratory, recreation rooms and a large library with a reading room, access to the latest PCs, and electronic resources.

The academic year at Schiller International University lasts from September to mid-summer and consists of two semesters. The beginning of programs varies and depends on the direction, but most start in September and January. Classes are held on weekdays, rest is provided on weekends, days of national and international holidays, vacations.

The cost of education includes all the necessary educational materials, extracurricular master classes and seminars with invited speakers, language classes for foreign students, and all university events. The list of additional costs will include:

• Registration fee,
• Accommodation and meals,
• Health insurance,
• Off-campus recreation,
• Possible fees according to the profile of the program,
• Personal expenses.

Applicants go through several registration stages:

• Filling out the application form, providing documents,
• Passing an interview with members of the admissions committee,
• Receiving an official invitation to enroll,
• Payment of fees, tuition fee,
• Arrival at the campus to start your studies.

The university cooperates with many French and international organizations that offer internships, part-time work and employment upon completion of studies. Graduates quickly find a job in their specialty or continue their academic path upon completion of the program.

Future students of higher education programs arriving from abroad must have a full package of personal documents, including a passport, visa or residence permit, and health insurance. Academic certificates from the previous place of study are important for admission:

• Diploma of Complete Secondary Education with a report card and Certificate of Preparatory Course/Bachelor's Diploma in Related Specialization with a report card,
• Personal statement, resume,
• Language test results: IELTS (from 6.0), TOEFL iBT (from 80), TOEIC (from 650) or equivalent.

The university has several large-scale scholarship programs available to both local and international students. Scholarships are awarded to students who successfully maintain high academic results for a certain time.

• International Scholarship for Talented Students – awards first-year undergraduate programs and graduate students of all courses,
• Global Citizen Scholarship – open to undergraduate, graduate students of all campuses,
• High School Medallion scholarship – honors first-year undergraduate students with high scores on a high secondary education diploma,
• Honorary Academic Scholarship – open to undergraduate sophomores and older students maintaining high scores during all periods of study,
• Academic Excellence Scholarship – Honors undergraduate sophomores of all majors based on high first-year university scores.

About 85% of the student body receives financial assistance: grants, loans, preferential discounts, and others. Financial assistance is paid to students belonging to special groups of people, for example, large or low-income families, military families or those who have lost one of the parents.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision