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Founded in 1872, Sciences Po is France's leading university in the social sciences. For nearly 150 years, Sciences Po has educated decision-makers in the public and private sectors. Sciences Po is ranked 2nd worldwide for Politics (QS, 2024). Sciences Po provides students with a truly international environment. Our student community comprises 15,000 students – half are international, coming from 150 countries.
A multidisciplinary education in the humanities and social sciences, the Sciences Po Undergraduate College offers a Bachelor’s degree that takes place over three years, on one of the institution’s seven campuses. Founded in the study of humanities and social sciences, the education spans across six main disciplines - law, economics, humanities, history, political science and sociology - supplemented by artistic and scientific disciplines. In addition to teaching, field experience is encouraged within the framework of the Civic Learning Programme, study trips, internships, simulations, association and union activities.
First year: Learning the fundamentals: Undergraduate students are introduced to the disciplines and methods taught at Sciences Po – economics, history, humanities, law, political science, and sociology. Certain courses are related to the regional minors offered on each campus.
Second year: Acquiring intellectual autonomy: Students choose a major – Economy & Society, Political Humanities, or Politics & Government –, explore a range of multidisciplinary courses, and interact with the research methodologies linked to their chosen major.
Third year: Students spend their year abroad. They have the choice between a full year of study exchange at one of Sciences Po's 480 partner universities, including: UC Berkeley, Bocconi, Cambridge, Columbia, King’s College, London School of Economics, McGill, MIT, National University of Singapore, Oxford, UBC, University of Cape Town, University of Chicago, University of São Paulo.
A multidisciplinary, multilingual and outward-looking education
In order to provide a comprehensive curriculum, Sciences Po places great emphasis on fundamental academic courses, professional training and extra-curricular activities. Sciences Po also integrates digital teaching methods into its programmes and continues to develop innovative teaching platforms.
Educate enlightened citizens
Courses offered by the undergraduate college allow students to grasp the challenges and evolutions of contemporary societies, and offer them the tools to think critically and act ethically. The goal is to educate enlightened and inventive citizens who work towards the common good.
One degree, countless opportunities
Upon completion of the BA, graduates are equipped to enter the job market, or pursue graduate studies at one of Sciences Po's seven graduate schools or any of the world's most competitive universities. Common fields of study include communications, economics, finance, international affairs, journalism, law, organisational behaviour, and public affairs.
International Dual Bachelor’s Degrees: Two years at Sciences Po + two years at the partner university
Sciences Po offers international dual Bachelor’s degrees with ten of the world’s leading universities, allowing students to study as fully integrated members of two distinct academic cultures. Students are recruited from all over the world and benefit from a unique international experience combining the strengths and academic specialities of both institutions.
The first two years of all dual Bachelor’s programmes take place on one of Sciences Po’s campuses. In years 3 and 4 at the partner university, students pursue a major offered by the host institution. Upon successful completion of the two curricula, students graduate with two Bachelor’s degrees, offering exceptional access to prestigious graduate studies or to entry into the job market.
Dual Degree with Columbia University (New York, USA)
Dual Degree with Freie Universität Berlin (Germany)
Dual Degree with Keio University (Tokyo, Japan)
Dual Degree with LUISS University (Rome, Italy)
Dual Degree with the National University of Singapore (NUS)
Dual Degree with the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, Canada)
Dual Degree with the University of California Berkeley (USA)
Dual Degree with University College London (UK)
Dual Degree with the University of Hong Kong
Dual Degree with the University of Sydney (Australia)
Dual Bachelor's Degrees in France
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne: Applied Mathematics & Social Sciences
Sorbonne Université: Social Sciences & Literary Humanities
Dual Degree in Human & Social Sciences and Geoscience with the Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP): "Policies of the Earth"
Dual Degree in Human & Social Sciences and Life Science with the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (URCA): "Environment, Society and Sustainability"
Dual Degree in Life & Social Sciences and Mathematics / Computer Science with the University of Paris:"Algorithms & Decisions"
Dual Degree in Life & Social Sciences with the University of Paris: "Politics of Life and Identities"
Graduate studies : Seven graduate schools that prepare for professional life
Graduate studies at Sciences Po are hosted within seven schools, all located on our campus in Paris. The seven schools offer a wide variety of master's programmes that take place over two years, all tailored to the professional world. We also offer international dual degrees, in which students spend one year at Sciences Po and one year abroad at the partner university.
30 Master's programmes are open to students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. All Master's programmes are two-years-long, with four 12-week semesters. During the second year, one semester is spent completing an internship or a field study, writing a Master's thesis, or studying at a partner university.
PhD programmes offer solid training in research. Students study for their PhD in one of Sciences Po’s 11 research centres.
Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 35% of the student body benefit from a financial aid.
About Sciences Po
Sciences Po: a world class university
Founded in 1872, Sciences Po is France's leading university in the social sciences. For nearly 150 years, Sciences Po has educated decision-makers in the public and private sectors. Sciences Po is ranked 2nd worldwide for Politics (QS, 2024). Sciences Po provides students with a truly international environment. Our student community comprises 15,000 students – half are international, coming from 150 countries.
A multidisciplinary education in the humanities and social sciences, the Sciences Po Undergraduate College offers a Bachelor’s degree that takes place over three years, on one of the institution’s seven campuses. Founded in the study of humanities and social sciences, the education spans across six main disciplines - law, economics, humanities, history, political science and sociology - supplemented by artistic and scientific disciplines. In addition to teaching, field experience is encouraged within the framework of the Civic Learning Programme, study trips, internships, simulations, association and union activities.
First year: Learning the fundamentals: Undergraduate students are introduced to the disciplines and methods taught at Sciences Po – economics, history, humanities, law, political science, and sociology. Certain courses are related to the regional minors offered on each campus.
Second year: Acquiring intellectual autonomy: Students choose a major – Economy & Society, Political Humanities, or Politics & Government –, explore a range of multidisciplinary courses, and interact with the research methodologies linked to their chosen major.
Third year: Students spend their year abroad. They have the choice between a full year of study exchange at one of Sciences Po's 480 partner universities, including: UC Berkeley, Bocconi, Cambridge, Columbia, King’s College, London School of Economics, McGill, MIT, National University of Singapore, Oxford, UBC, University of Cape Town, University of Chicago, University of São Paulo.
A multidisciplinary, multilingual and outward-looking education
In order to provide a comprehensive curriculum, Sciences Po places great emphasis on fundamental academic courses, professional training and extra-curricular activities. Sciences Po also integrates digital teaching methods into its programmes and continues to develop innovative teaching platforms.
Educate enlightened citizens
Courses offered by the undergraduate college allow students to grasp the challenges and evolutions of contemporary societies, and offer them the tools to think critically and act ethically. The goal is to educate enlightened and inventive citizens who work towards the common good.
One degree, countless opportunities
Upon completion of the BA, graduates are equipped to enter the job market, or pursue graduate studies at one of Sciences Po's seven graduate schools or any of the world's most competitive universities. Common fields of study include communications, economics, finance, international affairs, journalism, law, organisational behaviour, and public affairs.
International Dual Bachelor’s Degrees: Two years at Sciences Po + two years at the partner university
Sciences Po offers international dual Bachelor’s degrees with ten of the world’s leading universities, allowing students to study as fully integrated members of two distinct academic cultures. Students are recruited from all over the world and benefit from a unique international experience combining the strengths and academic specialities of both institutions.
The first two years of all dual Bachelor’s programmes take place on one of Sciences Po’s campuses. In years 3 and 4 at the partner university, students pursue a major offered by the host institution. Upon successful completion of the two curricula, students graduate with two Bachelor’s degrees, offering exceptional access to prestigious graduate studies or to entry into the job market.
Dual Degree with Columbia University (New York, USA)
Dual Degree with Freie Universität Berlin (Germany)
Dual Degree with Keio University (Tokyo, Japan)
Dual Degree with LUISS University (Rome, Italy)
Dual Degree with the National University of Singapore (NUS)
Dual Degree with the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, Canada)
Dual Degree with the University of California Berkeley (USA)
Dual Degree with University College London (UK)
Dual Degree with the University of Hong Kong
Dual Degree with the University of Sydney (Australia)
Dual Bachelor's Degrees in France
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne: Applied Mathematics & Social Sciences
Sorbonne Université: Social Sciences & Literary Humanities
Dual Degree in Human & Social Sciences and Geoscience with the Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP): "Policies of the Earth"
Dual Degree in Human & Social Sciences and Life Science with the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (URCA): "Environment, Society and Sustainability"
Dual Degree in Life & Social Sciences and Mathematics / Computer Science with the University of Paris:"Algorithms & Decisions"
Dual Degree in Life & Social Sciences with the University of Paris: "Politics of Life and Identities"
Graduate studies : Seven graduate schools that prepare for professional life
Graduate studies at Sciences Po are hosted within seven schools, all located on our campus in Paris. The seven schools offer a wide variety of master's programmes that take place over two years, all tailored to the professional world. We also offer international dual degrees, in which students spend one year at Sciences Po and one year abroad at the partner university.
30 Master's programmes are open to students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. All Master's programmes are two-years-long, with four 12-week semesters. During the second year, one semester is spent completing an internship or a field study, writing a Master's thesis, or studying at a partner university.
PhD programmes offer solid training in research. Students study for their PhD in one of Sciences Po’s 11 research centres.
Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 35% of the student body benefit from a financial aid.
A multidisciplinary education in the humanities and social sciences Accessible after passing the Baccalaureate (or its equivalent abroad), the Sciences Po Undergraduate College offers a Bachelor’s degree that takes place over three years, on one of the institution’s seven campuses.
Founded in the study of humanities and social sciences, the education spans across six main disciplines - law, economics, humanities, history, political science and sociology - supplemented by artistic and scientific disciplines. In addition to teaching, field experience is encouraged within the framework of the Civic Learning Programme, study trips, internships, simulations, association and union activities.
First year: Learning the fundamentals: Undergraduate students are introduced to the disciplines and methods taught at Sciences Po – economics, history, humanities, law, political science, and sociology. Certain courses are related to the regional minors offered on each campus.
Second year: Acquiring intellectual autonomy: Students choose a major – Economy & Society, Political Humanities, or Politics & Government –, explore a range of multidisciplinary courses, and interact with the research methodologies linked to their chosen major.
Third year: Students spend their their year abroad. They have the choice between a full year of study exchange at one of Sciences Po's 478 partner universities, including: UC Berkeley, Bocconi, Cambridge, Columbia, King’s College, London School of Economics, McGill, MIT, National University of Singapore, Oxford, UBC, University of Cape Town, University of Chicago, University of São Paulo.
A multidisciplinary, multilingual and outward looking education
In order to provide a comprehensive curriculum, Sciences Po places great emphasis on fundamental academic courses, professional training and extra-curricular activities. Sciences Po also integrates digital teaching methods into its programmes and continues to develop innovative teaching platforms.
Educate enlightened citizens
Courses offered by the undergraduate college allow students to grasp the challenges and evolutions of contemporary societies, and offer them the tools to think critically and act ethically. The goal is to educate enlightened and inventive citizens who work towards the common good.
One degree, countless opportunities
Upon completion of the BA, graduates are equipped to enter the job market, or pursue graduate studies at one of Sciences Po's seven graduate schools or any of the world's most competitive universities. Common fields of study include communications, economics, finance, international affairs, journalism, law, organisational behaviour, and public affairs.
International Dual Bachelor’s Degrees: Two years at Sciences Po + two years at the partner university
Sciences Po offers dual Bachelor’s degrees with nine of the world’s leading universities, allowing students to study as fully integrated members of two distinct academic cultures. Students are recruited from all over the world and benefit from a unique international experience combining the strengths and academic specialities of both institutions. The first two years of all dual Bachelor’s programmes take place on one of Sciences Po’s campuses. In years 3 and 4 at the partner university, students pursue a major offered by the host institution. Upon successful completion of the two curricula, students graduate with two Bachelor’s degrees, offering exceptional access to prestigious graduate studies or to entry into the job market.
Dual Degree with Columbia University (New York, USA)
Dual Degree with Freie Universität Berlin (Germany)
Dual Degree with Keio University (Tokyo, Japan)
Dual Degree with the National University of Singapore (NUS)
Dual Degree with the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, Canada)
Dual Degree with the University of California Berkeley (USA)
Dual Degree with University College London (UK)
Dual Degree with the University of Hong Kong
Dual Degree with the University of Sydney (Australia)
Dual Bachelor's Degrees in France
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne: Applied Mathematics & Social Sciences
Sorbonne Université: Social Sciences & Literary Humanities
Dual Degree in Human & Social Sciences and Geoscience with the Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP): "Policies of the Earth"
Dual Degree in Human & Social Sciences and Life Science with the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (URCA): "Environment, Society and Sustainability"
Dual Degree in Life & Social Sciences and Mathematics / Computer Science with the University of Paris:"Algorithms & Decisions"
Dual Degree in Life & Social Sciences with the University of Paris: "Politics of Life and Identities"
Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. As a research university, Sciences Po is focused on excellence, and demands the highest standards from faculty and students. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 26% of the student body hold a scholarship.
Graduate studies : Seven graduate schools that prepare for professional life
Graduate studies at Sciences Po are hosted within seven schools, all located on our campus in Paris. The seven schools offer a wide variety of master's programmes that take place over two years, all tailored to the professional world. We also offer international dual degrees, in which students spend one year at Sciences Po and one year abroad at the partner university.
30 Master's programmes are open to students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. All Master's programmes are two-years-long, with four 12-week semesters. During the second year, one semester is spent completing an internship or a field study, writing a Master's thesis, or studying at a partner university.
PhD programmes offer solid training in research. Students study for their PhD in one of Sciences Po’s 11 research centres.
Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. As a research university, Sciences Po is focused on excellence, and demands the highest standards from faculty and students. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 26% of the student body hold a scholarship.
Our admission procedures are designed to give all talents their best chance to integrate Sciences Po. Candidates are given the opportunity to tell us about themselves, express their motivation, academic and professional goals, and put forth their strengths, foreign language skills and extracurricular activities. The selection of candidates is based on students’ background and experience as well as their motivation and academic excellence.
Students attending university in France are exposed to French culture in their daily lives. The attractiveness of France as a study destination for international students continues to grow in 2022. With nearly 400,000 international students from five continents in 2022, France is among the top host countries in the world. Learn more about the benefits of studying at one of France's leading universities. Get notified about our next Open House Day by pre-signing up to our Undergraduate Open House day or our Graduate Open House day.
Sciences Po’s 7 campuses in France
Sciences Po's campuses are home to a tight-knit multicultural student community and feature a vibrant intellectual and associative student life.
Dijon Campus: Located in the region of Burgundy in a magnificent 19th century building, the Dijon campus was created in 2001.
Le Havre Campus: On the coast of Normandy, Le Havre has hosted a campus since 2007. Located at the entrance to the port, the Le Havre campus stands out for its all-glass architecture and the red and white lightship docked in front of it.
Menton Campus: Established in the French Riviera city of Menton in 2005, the Menton campus is located in an entirely renovated 19th century building overlooking the Mediterranean.
Nancy Campus: Established in the region of Lorraine in 2000, the Nancy campus is located in a prestigious 18th century heritage site, the Hôtel des Missions Royales.
Paris Campus: Located in the heart of the French capital in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighbourhood near the Louvre Museum, the Seine and the Luxembourg Gardens, the Paris campus is the birthplace of Sciences Po, the site where the institution was founded in 1872.
Poitiers Campus: Opened in 2010, the Poitiers campus is located in the heart of the historical city of Poitiers in the Hôtel Chaboureau, a renovated building dating from the 15th Century.
Reims Campus: In the heart of the Champagne region, the Reims campus opened in September 2010 in the “Cité des Rois”.
Foreign language study in Chinese, Korean and Japanese
Dual Bachelor’s degrees with Columbia University, Keio University, LUISS University, National University of Singapore, University of California Berkeley, University of Hong Kong, and University of Sydney
Undergraduate multidisciplinary Programme + Graduate studies: Paris Campus
Programme taught in French, with courses in English
Dual Bachelor's degrees with University College London, LUISS University, Université, Paris 1, Sorbonne Université, l'Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris and the, University of Paris (Bachelor of Arts and Sciences)
Undergraduate Latin America and the Caribbean minor: Poitiers Campus
Foreign language study in Arabic, Italian, German, Spanish and French as a foreign language
Dual Bachelor’s degrees with Columbia University, National University of Singapore, University of British Columbia, University of California Berkeley, University of Hong Kong, LUISS University, University of Sydney, and University of Reims ChampagneArdenne (Bachelor of Arts and Sciences)
Programme taught in French the first year, bilingual the second year Foreign language study in Arabic, Portuguese and Swahili
Dual Bachelor's degrees with Columbia University, University of British Columbia, University of Hong Kong, LUISS University, and University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (Bachelor of Arts and Sciences)
European Union, Franco-German partnership minor: Nancy Campus
Programme taught in French, with classes in English
Foreign language study in English, German, Spanish, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Czech, Russian, and French as a foreign language Dual Bachelor’s degree with University College London and LUISS University.
Undergraduate Middle Eastern and Mediterranean minor: Menton Campus
Foreign language study in Arabic, Turkish, Hebrew and Italian
Dual Bachelor’s degrees with Columbia University, National University of Singapore, University of British Columbia, University of California Berkeley, University College London, University of Hong Kong, University of Sydney and LUISS University
Student Housing
The Sciences Po Housing Service can help you with your search for accommodation. Our staff will guide you towards the housing solution that best suits your needs. Various partnerships have been established allowing eligible students to receive accommodation in student residences.
Information on the social security system and the healthcare system
Help with applying for housing benefits with the French governmental agency CAF
One-off emergency financial assistance under specific conditions
Help finding a student job
Help and information on your administrative formalities
Disability and Accessibility
If you have a temporary or permanent disability or disabling health condition, Sciences Po will ensure that you receive the necessary support and adjustments to complete your chosen programme and immerse yourself in student life. In 2020, 336 students with a disability studied at Sciences Po.
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Student life
Over 275 associations: A whole range of cultural and sporting activities
There are a thousand and one reasons to participate in community life! Culture, sports, environment, education, solidarity, discovery, reflections and debates are just some of the diverse fields in which more than 275 associations take action on a daily basis on all of our seven campuses. To ensure that all students admitted to Sciences Po successfully complete their studies, Sciences Po has substantially reinforced its social aid policy. To find out about scholarships at Sciences Po, download our tuition fees and scholarships guide.
1,500 events per year
Athletic competitions, festivals, public speaking competitions, theme weeks, art exhibitions: over 1,500 associative events make our campuses vibrate every day!
Outstanding conference speakers
Leading figures from politics, business and academia regularly make presentations or participate in conferences at Sciences Po. Recent visitors have included Anglea Merkel, former German Chancellor, Edouard Philippe, former Prime Minister of France, Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Maria Fernanda Espinosa, former President of the United Nations General Assembly, Ban Ki-Moon, former Secretary General of the UN, Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, Condoleeza Rice, former United States Secretary of State, Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, Eric Schmidt, Executive Chairman of Google, Joseph Stiglitz, American Economist, Nobel Laureate in Economics, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Alexis Tsipras, former Prime Minister of Greece.
Public Administration, Public Sector: 17% of graduates
International Organisations: 8% of graduates
Banking, Finance: 8% of graduates
NGOs, Associations: 6% of graduates
Key figures (2023 Graduate Employability Survey)
9 in 10 graduates who decided to enter the workforce are now in employment (just like last year).
87% of these found their first job within six months of graduating.
35% are working outside of France.
The average gross annual salary (excluding bonuses) has risen to €42K (compared to €40K for the Class of 2020). Outside of France the gross annual salary (excluding bonuses) is €45K.
84% of young graduates that were surveyed and who are working said they are satisfied or very satisfied with their job.
Where our graduates work
Strategy/Development, Audit/Consulting, Finance
Public Administration & Politics
Human Resources
Legal Careers
Entrepreneurship
Marketing & Communications
Careers in Urban Affairs
Research & Think-Tanks
Press, Media & Publishing
International Cooperation and Development
90,000 Alumni
Sciences Po alumni play an important role in political life, international organisations, multinational corporations, academic research, as well as in the media and art world. Notable Sciences Po alumni include:
Heads of State or Government
Chandrika Kumaratunga, former President of Sri Lanka,
Pierre Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada,
Salomé Zourabichvili, President of Georgia, etc.
French Presidents: Jacques Chirac, François Hollande, Emmanuel Macron, François Mitterrand, Georges Pompidou.
French Prime Ministers: Edouard Balladur, Michel Debré, Dominique de Villepin, Lionel Jospin, Alain Juppé, Edouard Philippe, Michel Rocard, etc.
Heads of International Organisations
Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO,
Boutros Boutros-Ghali, former UN Secretary General,
Nicole Fontaine, former President of the European Parliament,
Pascal Lamy, former Director-General of the World Trade Organization,
Jean-Claude Trichet, former President of the European Central Bank,
Simone Veil, former President of the European Parliament, etc.
Business and Finance
Alexandre Bompard, CEO of Carrefour,
Agathe Bousquet, CEO of Publicis France,
Maëlle Gavet, COO of Compass Inc,
Jean Lemierre, Chairman of BNP Paribas,
Françoise Mercadal-Delasalles, CEO of Credit du Nord,
Laurence Parisot, Vice-President of IFOP,
François Riahi, CEO of Natixis,
Sibyle Veil, President of Radio France, etc.
Academia, Journalism, Literature and Arts
Hélène Carrère d’Encausse, historian, member of the Académie française,
Stanley Hoffmann, professor emeritus at Harvard University,
Jean-Marie Colombani, former president of Le Monde,
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Sciences Po has established different procedures for admission to our undergraduate and graduate programmes. To identify the option that best suits your circumstances, download our application guide.
Does Sciences Po offer scholarships and financial aid?
To ensure that all students admitted to Sciences Po successfully complete their studies, Sciences Po has substantially reinforced its social aid policy. To find out about scholarships at Sciences Po, download our tuition fees and scholarships guide.
How can I attend an Open House Day at Sciences Po?
Open House Days are events dedicated to all students who wish to apply to Sciences Po. Learn more about the programmes, courses and all the benefits of studying at one of France's leading universities. Get notified about our next Open House Day by pre-signing up to our Undergraduate Open House day or our Graduate Open House day.
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About Sciences Po
Sciences Po: a world class university
Founded in 1872, Sciences Po is France's leading university in the social sciences. For nearly 150 years, Sciences Po has educated decision-makers in the public and private sectors. Sciences Po is ranked 2nd worldwide for Politics (QS, 2024). Sciences Po provides students with a truly international environment. Our student community comprises 15,000 students – half are international, coming from 150 countries.
To learn more about Sciences Po's training programmes, download our Undergraduate College or Graduate Schools brochures, and stay in touch!
The Bachelor of Arts at Sciences Po
A multidisciplinary education in the humanities and social sciences, the Sciences Po Undergraduate College offers a Bachelor’s degree that takes place over three years, on one of the institution’s seven campuses.
Founded in the study of humanities and social sciences, the education spans across six main disciplines - law, economics, humanities, history, political science and sociology - supplemented by artistic and scientific disciplines.
In addition to teaching, field experience is encouraged within the framework of the Civic Learning Programme, study trips, internships, simulations, association and union activities.
- First year: Learning the fundamentals: Undergraduate students are introduced to the disciplines and methods taught at Sciences Po – economics, history, humanities, law, political science, and sociology. Certain courses are related to the regional minors offered on each campus.
- Second year: Acquiring intellectual autonomy: Students choose a major – Economy & Society, Political Humanities, or Politics & Government –, explore a range of multidisciplinary courses, and interact with the research methodologies linked to their chosen major.
- Third year: Students spend their year abroad. They have the choice between a full year of study exchange at one of Sciences Po's 480 partner universities, including: UC Berkeley, Bocconi, Cambridge, Columbia, King’s College, London School of Economics, McGill, MIT, National University of Singapore, Oxford, UBC, University of Cape Town, University of Chicago, University of São Paulo.
A multidisciplinary, multilingual and outward-looking educationIn order to provide a comprehensive curriculum, Sciences Po places great emphasis on fundamental academic courses, professional training and extra-curricular activities. Sciences Po also integrates digital teaching methods into its programmes and continues to develop innovative teaching platforms.
Educate enlightened citizens
Courses offered by the undergraduate college allow students to grasp the challenges and evolutions of contemporary societies, and offer them the tools to think critically and act ethically. The goal is to educate enlightened and inventive citizens who work towards the common good.
One degree, countless opportunities
Upon completion of the BA, graduates are equipped to enter the job market, or pursue graduate studies at one of Sciences Po's seven graduate schools or any of the world's most competitive universities. Common fields of study include communications, economics, finance, international affairs, journalism, law, organisational behaviour, and public affairs.
International Dual Bachelor’s Degrees: Two years at Sciences Po + two years at the partner university
Sciences Po offers international dual Bachelor’s degrees with ten of the world’s leading universities, allowing students to study as fully integrated members of two distinct academic cultures. Students are recruited from all over the world and benefit from a unique international experience combining the strengths and academic specialities of both institutions.
The first two years of all dual Bachelor’s programmes take place on one of Sciences Po’s campuses. In years 3 and 4 at the partner university, students pursue a major offered by the host institution. Upon successful completion of the two curricula, students graduate with two Bachelor’s degrees, offering exceptional access to prestigious graduate studies or to entry into the job market.
Dual Bachelor's Degrees in France
Graduate studies : Seven graduate schools that prepare for professional life
Graduate studies at Sciences Po are hosted within seven schools, all located on our campus in Paris. The seven schools offer a wide variety of master's programmes that take place over two years, all tailored to the professional world. We also offer international dual degrees, in which students spend one year at Sciences Po and one year abroad at the partner university.
30 Master's programmes are open to students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. All Master's programmes are two-years-long, with four 12-week semesters. During the second year, one semester is spent completing an internship or a field study, writing a Master's thesis, or studying at a partner university.
PhD programmes offer solid training in research. Students study for their PhD in one of Sciences Po’s 11 research centres.
Sciences Po Graduate Schools
Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 35% of the student body benefit from a financial aid.About Sciences Po
Sciences Po: a world class university
Founded in 1872, Sciences Po is France's leading university in the social sciences. For nearly 150 years, Sciences Po has educated decision-makers in the public and private sectors. Sciences Po is ranked 2nd worldwide for Politics (QS, 2024). Sciences Po provides students with a truly international environment. Our student community comprises 15,000 students – half are international, coming from 150 countries.
To learn more about Sciences Po's training programmes, download our Undergraduate College or Graduate Schools brochures, and stay in touch!
The Bachelor of Arts at Sciences Po
A multidisciplinary education in the humanities and social sciences, the Sciences Po Undergraduate College offers a Bachelor’s degree that takes place over three years, on one of the institution’s seven campuses.
Founded in the study of humanities and social sciences, the education spans across six main disciplines - law, economics, humanities, history, political science and sociology - supplemented by artistic and scientific disciplines.
In addition to teaching, field experience is encouraged within the framework of the Civic Learning Programme, study trips, internships, simulations, association and union activities.
- First year: Learning the fundamentals: Undergraduate students are introduced to the disciplines and methods taught at Sciences Po – economics, history, humanities, law, political science, and sociology. Certain courses are related to the regional minors offered on each campus.
- Second year: Acquiring intellectual autonomy: Students choose a major – Economy & Society, Political Humanities, or Politics & Government –, explore a range of multidisciplinary courses, and interact with the research methodologies linked to their chosen major.
- Third year: Students spend their year abroad. They have the choice between a full year of study exchange at one of Sciences Po's 480 partner universities, including: UC Berkeley, Bocconi, Cambridge, Columbia, King’s College, London School of Economics, McGill, MIT, National University of Singapore, Oxford, UBC, University of Cape Town, University of Chicago, University of São Paulo.
A multidisciplinary, multilingual and outward-looking educationIn order to provide a comprehensive curriculum, Sciences Po places great emphasis on fundamental academic courses, professional training and extra-curricular activities. Sciences Po also integrates digital teaching methods into its programmes and continues to develop innovative teaching platforms.
Educate enlightened citizens
Courses offered by the undergraduate college allow students to grasp the challenges and evolutions of contemporary societies, and offer them the tools to think critically and act ethically. The goal is to educate enlightened and inventive citizens who work towards the common good.
One degree, countless opportunities
Upon completion of the BA, graduates are equipped to enter the job market, or pursue graduate studies at one of Sciences Po's seven graduate schools or any of the world's most competitive universities. Common fields of study include communications, economics, finance, international affairs, journalism, law, organisational behaviour, and public affairs.
International Dual Bachelor’s Degrees: Two years at Sciences Po + two years at the partner university
Sciences Po offers international dual Bachelor’s degrees with ten of the world’s leading universities, allowing students to study as fully integrated members of two distinct academic cultures. Students are recruited from all over the world and benefit from a unique international experience combining the strengths and academic specialities of both institutions.
The first two years of all dual Bachelor’s programmes take place on one of Sciences Po’s campuses. In years 3 and 4 at the partner university, students pursue a major offered by the host institution. Upon successful completion of the two curricula, students graduate with two Bachelor’s degrees, offering exceptional access to prestigious graduate studies or to entry into the job market.
Dual Bachelor's Degrees in France
Graduate studies : Seven graduate schools that prepare for professional life
Graduate studies at Sciences Po are hosted within seven schools, all located on our campus in Paris. The seven schools offer a wide variety of master's programmes that take place over two years, all tailored to the professional world. We also offer international dual degrees, in which students spend one year at Sciences Po and one year abroad at the partner university.
30 Master's programmes are open to students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. All Master's programmes are two-years-long, with four 12-week semesters. During the second year, one semester is spent completing an internship or a field study, writing a Master's thesis, or studying at a partner university.
PhD programmes offer solid training in research. Students study for their PhD in one of Sciences Po’s 11 research centres.
Sciences Po Graduate Schools
Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 35% of the student body benefit from a financial aid.Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
PHD
The Bachelor of Arts at Sciences Po
A multidisciplinary education in the humanities and social sciences Accessible after passing the Baccalaureate (or its equivalent abroad), the Sciences Po Undergraduate College offers a Bachelor’s degree that takes place over three years, on one of the institution’s seven campuses.
To learn more about Sciences Po's undergraduate training programmes, download our Undergraduate College brochure, and stay in touch!
Founded in the study of humanities and social sciences, the education spans across six main disciplines - law, economics, humanities, history, political science and sociology - supplemented by artistic and scientific disciplines.
In addition to teaching, field experience is encouraged within the framework of the Civic Learning Programme, study trips, internships, simulations, association and union activities.
A multidisciplinary, multilingual and outward looking education
In order to provide a comprehensive curriculum, Sciences Po places great emphasis on fundamental academic courses, professional training and extra-curricular activities. Sciences Po also integrates digital teaching methods into its programmes and continues to develop innovative teaching platforms.
Educate enlightened citizens
Courses offered by the undergraduate college allow students to grasp the challenges and evolutions of contemporary societies, and offer them the tools to think critically and act ethically. The goal is to educate enlightened and inventive citizens who work towards the common good.
One degree, countless opportunities
Upon completion of the BA, graduates are equipped to enter the job market, or pursue graduate studies at one of Sciences Po's seven graduate schools or any of the world's most competitive universities. Common fields of study include communications, economics, finance, international affairs, journalism, law, organisational behaviour, and public affairs.
International Dual Bachelor’s Degrees: Two years at Sciences Po + two years at the partner university
Sciences Po offers dual Bachelor’s degrees with nine of the world’s leading universities, allowing students to study as fully integrated members of two distinct academic cultures. Students are recruited from all over the world and benefit from a unique international experience combining the strengths and academic specialities of both institutions.
The first two years of all dual Bachelor’s programmes take place on one of Sciences Po’s campuses. In years 3 and 4 at the partner university, students pursue a major offered by the host institution. Upon successful completion of the two curricula, students graduate with two Bachelor’s degrees, offering exceptional access to prestigious graduate studies or to entry into the job market.
Dual Bachelor's Degrees in France
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. As a research university, Sciences Po is focused on excellence, and demands the highest standards from faculty and students. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 26% of the student body hold a scholarship.Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
Social Sciences and Management (1)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities / Economics, Sciences Po (France) and The University of Sydney (Australia)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and Columbia University (New York, USA)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and Freie University Berlin (Germany)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and Keio university (Tokyo, Japan)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and LUISS University in Rome (Italy))
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and National University of Singapore (Singapore)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and The University of British Columbia (UBC), (Vancouver, Canada)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and The University of California in Berkeley, (USA)
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and The University of Hong Kong
Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences and Humanities, Sciences Po (France) and University College London (UCL), UK
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, Asia-Pacific minor, Le Havre Campus
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, European Union, Central and Eastern Europe minor, Dijon Campus
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, European Union, Franco-German partnership, Nancy Campus
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, Latin America-Caribbean minor, Poitiers Campus
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, Middle East and Mediterranean minor, Menton Campus
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, North America minor, Reims Campus
Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts (BA) in the Social Sciences and Humanities, multidisciplinary programme, Paris Campus
Graduate studies : Seven graduate schools that prepare for professional life
Graduate studies at Sciences Po are hosted within seven schools, all located on our campus in Paris. The seven schools offer a wide variety of master's programmes that take place over two years, all tailored to the professional world. We also offer international dual degrees, in which students spend one year at Sciences Po and one year abroad at the partner university.
To learn more about Sciences Po's graduate training programmes, download our Graduate Schools brochure, and stay in touch!
30 Master's programmes are open to students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. All Master's programmes are two-years-long, with four 12-week semesters. During the second year, one semester is spent completing an internship or a field study, writing a Master's thesis, or studying at a partner university.
PhD programmes offer solid training in research. Students study for their PhD in one of Sciences Po’s 11 research centres.
Sciences Po Graduate Schools
We seek to provide students with the essential tools that will enable them to make sense of a complex world. As a research university, Sciences Po is focused on excellence, and demands the highest standards from faculty and students. Sciences Po also holds a high degree of social responsibility, and continues to play a pioneering role in the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. Sciences Po has an array of financial aid for students of all origins and 26% of the student body hold a scholarship.Our goal is to open minds and develop critical thinking
Arts and Humanities (3)
Master Governing Ecological Transitions in European Cities, Sciences Po Urban School (Paris, France)
Master Governing the large metropolis, Sciences Po Urban School (Paris, France)
Master in History, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Master in Regional and Urban Strategy, Sciences Po Urban School (Paris, France)
Master in Urban Planning, Sciences Po Urban School (Paris, France)
Business and Management (3)
Master in Finance and Strategy, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Master in Marketing and Society, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Master in Marketing: New Luxury & Art de Vivre, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Master of HR & Sustainable Governance, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Master’s programme in International Business and Sustainability, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
One-year Master’s programme in Corporate Strategy, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Social Sciences and Management (3)
LLM in Transnational Arbitration and Dispute Settlement, Sciences Po Law School (Paris, France)
Master Careers in the Law and Judiciary, Sciences Po Law School (Paris, France)
Master in Communications, Media and Creative Industries, Sciences Po School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Master in Economic Law, Sciences Po Law School (Paris, France)
Master in Environmental Policy, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in European Affairs, Sciences Po School of Public Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in Human Rights and Humanitarian Action, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in International Development, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in International Economic Policy, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in International Energy Transitions, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in International Governance and Diplomacy, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in International Security, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in Journalism and International Affairs, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs / Journalism School (Paris, France)
Master in Journalism, Sciences Po Journalism School (Paris, France)
Master in Law and Finance, Sciences Po Law School and School of Management and Impact (Paris, France)
Master in Political Science, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Master in Public Policy, Sciences Po School of Public Affairs (Paris, France)
Master in Sociology, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Master in Technology and Global Affairs, Sciences Po Paris School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Masters in Economics, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
One-year Master in Advanced Global Studies, Sciences Po School of International Affairs (Paris, France)
Arts and Humanities (2)
Doctorate in History, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Social Sciences and Management (2)
Doctorate in Economics, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Doctorate in Law, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Doctorate in Political Science, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
Doctorate in Sociology, Sciences Po School of Research (Paris, France)
University information
Our admission procedures are designed to give all talents their best chance to integrate Sciences Po. Candidates are given the opportunity to tell us about themselves, express their motivation, academic and professional goals, and put forth their strengths, foreign language skills and extracurricular activities. The selection of candidates is based on students’ background and experience as well as their motivation and academic excellence.
To find out more on admissions : download the application guide.
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Living in France
Students attending university in France are exposed to French culture in their daily lives. The attractiveness of France as a study destination for international students continues to grow in 2022. With nearly 400,000 international students from five continents in 2022, France is among the top host countries in the world.
Learn more about the benefits of studying at one of France's leading universities. Get notified about our next Open House Day by pre-signing up to our Undergraduate Open House day or our Graduate Open House day.
Sciences Po’s 7 campuses in France
Sciences Po's campuses are home to a tight-knit multicultural student community and feature a vibrant intellectual and associative student life.
Undergraduate Europe-Asia minor: Le Havre Campus
Undergraduate multidisciplinary Programme + Graduate studies: Paris Campus
Undergraduate Latin America and the Caribbean minor: Poitiers Campus
Undergraduate North America minor: Reims Campus
Undergraduate Africa minor: Reims Campus
European Union, Franco-German partnership minor: Nancy Campus
Undergraduate European Union, Central and Eastern Europe minor: Dijon Campus
Undergraduate Middle Eastern and Mediterranean minor: Menton Campus
Student Housing
The Sciences Po Housing Service can help you with your search for accommodation. Our staff will guide you towards the housing solution that best suits your needs. Various partnerships have been established allowing eligible students to receive accommodation in student residences.
Student Welfare and Support
Sciences Po's Student Services Office offers:
Disability and Accessibility
If you have a temporary or permanent disability or disabling health condition, Sciences Po will ensure that you receive the necessary support and adjustments to complete your chosen programme and immerse yourself in student life. In 2020, 336 students with a disability studied at Sciences Po.
Student life
Over 275 associations: A whole range of cultural and sporting activities
There are a thousand and one reasons to participate in community life! Culture, sports, environment, education, solidarity, discovery, reflections and debates are just some of the diverse fields in which more than 275 associations take action on a daily basis on all of our seven campuses.
To ensure that all students admitted to Sciences Po successfully complete their studies, Sciences Po has substantially reinforced its social aid policy. To find out about scholarships at Sciences Po, download our tuition fees and scholarships guide.
1,500 events per year
Athletic competitions, festivals, public speaking competitions, theme weeks, art exhibitions: over 1,500 associative events make our campuses vibrate every day!
Outstanding conference speakers
Leading figures from politics, business and academia regularly make presentations or participate in conferences at Sciences Po. Recent visitors have included Anglea Merkel, former German Chancellor, Edouard Philippe, former Prime Minister of France, Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Maria Fernanda Espinosa, former President of the United Nations General Assembly, Ban Ki-Moon, former Secretary General of the UN, Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, Condoleeza Rice, former United States Secretary of State, Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, Eric Schmidt, Executive Chairman of Google, Joseph Stiglitz, American Economist, Nobel Laureate in Economics, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Alexis Tsipras, former Prime Minister of Greece.
Sciences Po graduates are highly sought after by employers in both the private and public sectors. Common professions for Sciences Po graduates include:
Key figures (2023 Graduate Employability Survey)
Where our graduates work
90,000 Alumni
Sciences Po alumni play an important role in political life, international organisations, multinational corporations, academic research, as well as in the media and art world. Notable Sciences Po alumni include:
Heads of State or Government
Heads of International Organisations
Business and Finance
Academia, Journalism, Literature and Arts
Tuition fee and scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Sciences Po is one of the top public universities in Dijon, France. It is ranked #=350 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
QS World University Rankings
QS WUR Ranking By Subject
Europe University Rankings - Western Europe
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QS World University Rankings
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