University Examples
| University | IELTS Requirement |
|---|---|
| Sciences Po Paris (France) | 7.0+ |
| ETH Zurich (Switzerland) | 7.0 |
| KU Leuven (Belgium) | 6.5 |
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Visa & Document Notes
- A national long-stay visa (Type D) is required — not a standard Schengen tourist visa
- Once you have a long-stay student visa, you can travel freely within all Schengen countries
- IELTS is for English-taught programs; French/German/Dutch programs require separate language tests
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a single Schengen student visa?
No — each Schengen country issues its own national long-stay visa (Type D) for study stays over 90 days. However, holding this visa allows free travel across all 26 Schengen countries during your studies.
Which Schengen countries offer affordable English-taught programs?
Belgium (KU Leuven, VUB), France (Sciences Po, top grandes écoles), and Switzerland (ETH Zurich, EPFL) offer excellent English-taught programs. Tuition ranges from €200/year at French public universities to CHF 1,500/semester at Swiss federal institutes.
What IELTS score is needed for Schengen universities?
Requirements vary by country. Most English-taught programs require 6.0–6.5 overall. Top institutions like Sciences Po Paris or ETH Zurich require 7.0+ for competitive programs.
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