What is the CAF housing allowance in France?
CAF (Caisse d’Allocations Familiales) is a French government subsidy that reimburses up to 30-40% of monthly rent for international students.
Study in France
France is a premier European education powerhouse offering English-taught Master’s degrees in Business, Engineering, Fashion, and Artificial Intelligence. With state-subsidized public university tuition and generous housing allowances (CAF), France is highly accessible for international students.
Why Study in France?
- Low tuition fees at public universities heavily subsidized by the French government
- France Eiffel Excellence Scholarship covering full tuition plus a monthly stipend (€1,181/month)
- CAF housing subsidy reducing monthly student accommodation rent by up to 40%
- 2-year post-study work visa (APS / Temporary Resident Permit) for Master’s graduates
- Access to European Schengen travel and top global corporate headquarters
Admission & English Requirements
IELTS Requirement: 6.0 – 6.5 overall
Tuition Range: €2,770 per year (Public Universities) / €3,770 per year (Public) / €10,000 – €18,000 (Grandes Écoles)
Work Rights: Up to 964 hours per year (approx. 20 hours per week) during study periods.