Paris is the most populated city in France and its capital. It has over 2 million residents. It plays host to leading centers of learning and the arts in the European region. Being home to the highest number of highly educated persons, Paris has several prestigious universities in France.

A program in fine arts studies allows students to integrate practice and research while developing their creative abilities. There are programs focused on either visual or performing art disciplines, and students have the opportunity to build their portfolios.

France is currently among the 20 best performing countries in terms of the economy due to their excellent results-oriented higher education learning. Most of the courses at universities are offered in the French language. France has 60 public and 100 private universities.

A foundation year is a scholastic program that gives students the chance to become familiar with college life and university courses. By preparing students for the expectations of higher education, foundation years may help students to be more successful in their academic careers.