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École Polytechnique

· Public University

#21 in France Admissions open
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École Polytechnique at a glance

  1. Where it stands

    On Educads it is #21 of the ranked universities in France, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 7,080,932 times (h-index 733), according to OpenAlex.

  2. Ranked near it in France

    Universities placed just above and below École Polytechnique on Educads:

    #19 Université de Toulouse-le-Mirail (Toulouse III)#20 Université Paris Sud (Paris XI)#22 Université de Toulouse#23 Université Clermont Auvergne

Questions about École Polytechnique

Is École Polytechnique a good university?

On Educads it is #21 of the ranked universities in France, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 7,080,932 times (h-index 733), according to OpenAlex.

Overview

École polytechnique is a grande école located in Palaiseau, France. It specializes in science and engineering and is a founding member of the Polytechnic Institute of Paris.

Tuition fees & costs

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for France.

For international students

<p>École Polytechnique provides a “Dimension internationale” section and includes “Mobilité internationale” and “Etudier à l’international.” Admissions pages include “Admissions pour les candidats internationaux” and reference “Critères d’admission” for international applicants.</p>

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Last updated 21 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.