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Welcome to the ENS-PSL!

The ENS International  Office is dedicated to your success at the ENS-PSL. Our team will be  very happy to welcome you to Paris in September!

We will do our best to ensure that your arrival at the ENS-PSL is as smooth and pleasant as possible.

You  will also benefit from the support of the PSL Welcome Desk and ECLA  (the ENS-PSL language center). ECLA offers an intensive French-language  training session in September and weekly classes for different levels  throughout the year.

Please  consult this page for any and all inquiries related to your arrival et  the ENS-PSL. If you still have questions, check our Frequently Asked Questions. Wherever you are – welcome to the ENS-PSL!

The International Office Team

  • Cédric Guillerme, Director
  • Émilie Souriau, Head of International Office
  • Marine Ganier, Financial and Administrative Coordinator
  • Sophia McDaniel, Bilateral Exchanges Coordinator

Save the date

September 4th

Welcome day

From 10:30am to 5:00pm, ENS staff will give all  international students an overview of what ENS offers and how it works,  as well as information and advice about paperwork, health care, campus  life and French classes.
From September 7th to September 20th
3 hours a day

Learn / Improve your French

Whatever your level of  French you will find at the ENS courses of French language and culture  to help you in your studies and daily life in Paris.
A  free intensive French course is offered to students of all levels. A  programme of cultural activities in Paris, guided by a former ENS  international student, will also help you improve your French and  discover French culture.

PSL Welcome Desk

ENS is part of Paris Sciences & Letters University (PSL), which offers a wide range of services to the student community, including a Welcome Desk dedicated to international students. Its team is available to answer any questions you may have regarding your arrival, travel arrangements, accommodation, and other practical matters.

Among the most common requests handled by the PSL Welcome Desk are:
  • Administrative procedures to be completed before arriving in France and during your stay;
  • Validation and renewal of residence permits;
  • Registration with the French social security system (Health Insurance);
  • Assistance with finding accommodation;
  • Insurance matters and opening a bank account;
  • Applications for CAF benefits (for example, housing assistance).