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École Polytechnique

Palaiseau, FranceReviewed 22 October 2026

The three-year Bachelor of Science combines mathematics with physics, computer science or economics.

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The three-year Bachelor of Science combines mathematics with physics, computer science or economics. This example covers the French BSc, not the separate later Columbia master's component.

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  1. Bachelor of Science — Mathematics and Computer Science double major
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Academic eligibility

  • A recognised secondary-school leaving or scientific university-entrance qualification, with strong mathematics and at least one science subject.
  • Selection considers the academic file and an interview; admission is to year one only.

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Language requirements

  • IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each skill, TOEFL iBT 90 or the specified Cambridge equivalent.
  • French is not required on entry; French study forms part of the programme.

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Study intakes

  • September; the current application calendar leads to entry in 2027.

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Application deadlines

  • The remaining online rounds close on 6 January 2027 at 23:59 CET and 8 February 2027 at 14:00 CET.
  • Applicants may use only one application route in the academic year.

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International tuition

  • For 2027 entry, non-EU/non-EEA tuition is EUR 19,600 per academic year.
  • Accommodation, living expenses and application charges are separate; later-year tuition may be repriced.

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Scholarships & funding

  • Excellence funding is limited to selected applicants admitted with honours and requires committee approval.
  • Need-based assistance and Women in Science awards have separate conditions; renewal depends on academic performance and conduct.

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What can international students study at École Polytechnique?

Selected programme options include Bachelor of Science — Mathematics and Computer Science double major. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for École Polytechnique?

A recognised secondary-school leaving or scientific university-entrance qualification, with strong mathematics and at least one science subject. Selection considers the academic file and an interview; admission is to year one only. IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each skill, TOEFL iBT 90 or the specified Cambridge equivalent. French is not required on entry; French study forms part of the programme.

How much are international tuition fees at École Polytechnique?

For 2027 entry, non-EU/non-EEA tuition is EUR 19,600 per academic year. Accommodation, living expenses and application charges are separate; later-year tuition may be repriced. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for École Polytechnique?

The remaining online rounds close on 6 January 2027 at 23:59 CET and 8 February 2027 at 14:00 CET. Applicants may use only one application route in the academic year. September; the current application calendar leads to entry in 2027. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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