Le Figaro has compared 41 francophone programs in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, and kinesiology across five European countries to guide French students. These options draw thousands of high school graduates frustrated by France's selective entrance exams. The exclusive article details costs, admissions, and academic reputation.
Each year, thousands of high school graduates or preparatory class students aim for health training as doctors, dentists, veterinarians, or physiotherapists. France's medical entrance exams are highly selective, causing frustration upon failure. Many refuse to abandon their calling and turn abroad, where health studies are more open, allowing direct entry after high school, albeit with sacrifices.
To assist families, Le Figaro analyzed 41 at least partly francophone programs in 23 European cities and five countries. The exclusive article covers first-year tuition fees, admission procedures, spots for French students, academic reputation, and quality of life. Dedicated sections explore studying medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and kinesiology, plus how to practice in France and the methodology used.
Published on November 8, 2025, this subscriber-only piece aims to inform expatriation decisions for these costly studies. It highlights European alternatives suited to French students seeking to bypass national barriers.