Overview
Founded in 1872, Sciences Po is home to around 14,000 students, with an exceptionally international community; nearly half of its student body comes from over 150 nationalities. The university operates across seven campuses in France, including Paris and six regional campuses, and offers a single Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences at the undergraduate level. A defining feature of the programme is the mandatory year abroad, supported by a global network of 480+ partner universities, making international exposure an integral part of the undergraduate experience.
Why Sciences Po Stands Out
- Strong international environment: Students learn alongside peers from diverse countries and academic backgrounds, bringing global perspectives into everyday classroom discussions.
- Interdisciplinary social sciences approach: The curriculum integrates politics, economics, sociology, history, and law to help students understand real-world issues in a holistic way.
- Discussion-based, interactive learning: Small seminars emphasise debate, critical analysis, and active participation rather than large lecture-based teaching.
- Mandatory international experience: A full year abroad is a core part of the undergraduate programme, offering academic and cultural exposure outside France.
- Early focus on real-world issues: Courses are closely linked to contemporary global challenges such as governance, inequality, climate change, and international relations.
- Highly diverse academic and cultural profiles: Students come from varied school systems and cultures, creating a learning environment shaped by multiple perspectives.
English-Taught Undergraduate Programmes at Sciences Po (3 years)
- Bachelor of Arts, Minor Mediterranean and Middle East, Programmes (Menton Campus)
- Bachelor of Arts, Minor North America, Programmes (Reims Campus)
- Bachelor of Arts, Minor Asia-Pacific, Programmes (Le Havre Campus)
Dual Bachelor’s Degrees
- Dual BA Programme with Columbia University ( 2 at Sciences Po – Reims, Menton, Le Havre or Poitiers/ 2 years at Columbia, US)
- Dual BA Degree with UC Berkeley (2 years at Sciences Po – Reims, Menton or Le Havre / 2 years at UC Berkeley, US).
- Dual BA Programme with Keio University (2 years at Sciences Po, Havre / 1.5 years at Keio, Japan).
- Dual Programme with National University of Singapore (2 years at Sciences Po – Reims, Menton or Le Havre / 2 years at NUS, Singapore).
- Dual BA Programme with The University of British Columbia (2 years at Sciences Po – Reims, Menton or Le Havre/ 2 years at UBC, Canada).
- Dual Programme with The University of Hong Kong (2 years at Sciences Po – Reims, Menton or Le Havre/ 2 years at HKU, Hong Kong).
- Dual Degree BA with University College London (2 years at Sciences Po – Dijon, Nancy, Poitiers, Paris or Menton/ 2 years a UCL, UK)
- Dual BA Degree with University of Sydney (2 years at Sciences Po – Reims, Menton or Le Havre/ 2 years at the USydney, Australia.)
During the interview, candidates will be tested on their language proficiency (based on the programmes they are applying to).
How to Apply?
Sciences Po follows a holistic admissions process, especially for its undergraduate programmes. Admissions are not based on grades alone.
- Choose Your Admission Pathway
- Create Your Application
- Select Programmes & Preferences (Within the portal you choose either: Two minors within the Bachelor of Arts programme, or One dual degree and one minor).
- Upload Required Documents: Resume, Academic transcripts from the last 3 years, Predicted Grades, 2 Academic references.
- Pay the Application Fee: €150 and submit.
Selection Procedure: Admissions Evaluation
The selection process typically considers:
- Academic performance and subject strength
- Personal statements or motivation essays
- Interviews (an important component)
- Demonstrated interest in social sciences and global issues
This makes Sciences Po particularly attractive for students with strong academic profiles and clear intellectual curiosity.
Who Should Consider Sciences Po?
Sciences Po is an excellent fit for students who:
- Are interested in politics, economics, international relations, and social issues
- Enjoy discussion-based learning, writing, and critical analysis
- Want a truly international undergraduate experience
- Are considering careers in policy, diplomacy, global business, or academia
Conclusion
Sciences Po offers international undergraduates a rigorous, globally focused education in the social sciences, combining academic depth with real-world relevance and a strongly international classroom. Applications are open and will close on 10 March 2026, 11:59pm (Paris time). If you are considering an internationally oriented undergraduate degree, studying in Sciences Po is a compelling place to begin. Fill out and submit your application today!
