ADMISSION
Admissions Process
The GenE2 Master's Program is a highly selective program. Each year, we receive more than 200 applications for approximately 18 available positions.
The admission process consists of two stages.
During the first stage, applications are evaluated based on the candidate's academic record, including grades, transcripts, ranking when available, and overall academic achievements. Particular attention is given to performance in subjects directly relevant to the program, such as genetics, genomics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, computer science, biostatistics, and data analysis. The selection committee also carefully assesses the candidate's motivation, research interests, and career objectives.
Candidates shortlisted after this initial evaluation are invited to participate in the second stage, consisting of an individual interview conducted entirely in English. The interview allows the admissions committee to assess the candidate's scientific background, motivation, communication skills, and suitability for the multidisciplinary and international environment of the GenE2 Master's Program.
Admission decisions are based on the combined evaluation of the application dossier and the interview.
Applications
Applications to the GenE2 Master's Program must be submitted ONLY through the Université Paris-Saclay application portal.
Applications should be submitted during one of the following application periods:
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From March 1st, 2027, to April 30, 2027 (dates to be confirmed) for international applicants wishing to apply for the Paris-Saclay International Master's Scholarship, the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship, or the IdEx Scholarship (see eligibility requirements below).
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From May 10, 2027, to May 31, 2027 (dates to be confirmed) for all other applicants*.
* Applicants may submit their application even if their Master 1 transcript is not yet complete. The final transcript can be provided at a later stage once it becomes available.
International track
Welcome to foreign students !
As part of the 'International Track' program of Paris-Saclay University we are happy to welcome foreign students in our training in English.
Tuition Fees and Scholarships
Université Paris-Saclay is intent on developing a proactive policy to attract national, EU and non-EU students. As such, successful candidates will need to pay the same tuition fees as that of national students without having to make any explicit appeal to this end.
Also, the Master registration fees are reduced: 243 € in 2023/2024 academic year (see https://www.universite-paris-saclay.fr/en/admission/tuition-fees).
In addition, each student will have to pay a fee of € 100 as part of the Student and Campus Life Contribution (CVEC) (https://www.campusfrance.org/en/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-student-and-campus-life-contribution-cvec-0).
These registration fees and taxes do not include social security and insurance costs.
IDEX Scholarship
Université Paris-Saclay aims to promote access for international students to its Master’s programmes, delivered by its member institutions, and to make it easier for highly-qualified international students to join the University.
More information: https://www.universite-paris-saclay.fr/en/admission/scholarships-and-financial-support
Master's scholarships will be awarded for the next academic year.
Université Paris-Saclay aims to promote access for international students to its Master's programs.
Based on academic achievements, these scholarships are awarded for 1 or 2 years to students enrolled in a Master's program at Université Paris-Saclay.
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Deadline for selection of candidates by the course director: midnight xx March 2027
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After being selected, deadline to apply for the scholarship and for the reception of the recommendation form the references (if applicable): XX March 2027, 11:59pm
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Publication of results: mid-May 2027
Please note that all dates and times are listed in the associated Paris time zone (GMT+1).
For any additional information, please read the regulations of the program:
regulations_international_masters_scholarship_program_universite_paris-saclay.pdf - ( 200.95 KB)
Information and applications: https://www.universite-paris-saclay.fr/admission/bourses-et-aides-financieres/bourse-de-stages-letranger
The call for Eiffel applications is closed.
The Eiffel programme is a scholarship programme run by the French Foreign Ministry in order to help French HEI to attract the top international students to Master's degrees and PhD programmes.
Paris-Saclay University accepts, supports and submits applications to Campus France.
Eiffel Scholarship
LE PROGRAMME DE BOURSES FRANCE EXCELLENCE EUROPA
Developed by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, the "France Excellence Europa" scholarship program allows students from 26 European Union countries to obtain scholarships to study at the Master's level in a French institution of higher education.