Registration at your higher education institution

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General information on finalizing your enrolment/registration at your French higher education institution upon arrival 
 

Administrative (inscription administrative)

  • The schedule is set by your HEI (usually before classes start) 
    • Some institutions host a welcome week for students, where the registration is part of many activities (campus tours, presentations, student services, etc)
  • You will be asked to present certain documents (ex, proof of CVEC fee payment ) and settle remaining tuition fees
  • When completed, you will receive a proof of completed enrolment (certificat de scolarité) and your student ID (carte d’étudiant)

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Academic (inscription pédagogique)

  • This is when you will be able to select your classes and instructors (enlistment))
  • You will arrange your schedule for the term or semester
    • This procedure can be sometimes done online (depending on the institution)