What are the advantages of studying in France?

This is a big problem. I studied in France last year, and this year I transferred to England. There are several students in America.

Point-to-point:

1, cost: French public schools are free of tuition. Some schools in the United States have various subsidies for gifted students. Of course, the cost depends on the city you choose. For example, my spending in Paris for one year is much higher than that of my classmates in California for one year. On the contrary, if the cost of new york is definitely higher than the cost of living in small French towns. Among them, there is also the problem of accommodation. Most French schools do not provide accommodation, while American schools do provide accommodation for undergraduates. Living in this area is relatively safe and economical. Of course, there are also factors such as exchange rate, but on the whole, studying in France is relatively cheap.

2. Language: It is more difficult to go to France to recognize French than English. Before studying in France, you must take a written test (now TEF or TCF) and then have an interview (to check your oral English). The French do things a bit like China, which is not rigorous, opaque and subjective. There is no standard score line for written test and interview. Applying for studying in the United States is different. After that, it's over. Of course, there may still be thousands of reasons for refusing the visa in the end. In addition, if you go abroad, you still have to face the problem of language barrier. If you are an undergraduate, it is very troublesome to take the exam. The offer given to you when you get a French school visa is very general. Good schools have to take exams in the past, and most of them have to be downgraded and reread). There are also French classes. The enrollment rate of French universities is not high every year, and a group of people who can't keep up will be brushed away, depending on whether you have enough confidence to learn French, otherwise it will be difficult to integrate.

3. Life: In this aspect of social integration, the United States is definitely dominant, with diverse cultures, late founding of the People's Republic of China, no deep-rooted humanistic and cultural background, and relatively less exclusive. I met many Americans in Paris, and they were very friendly. French people, especially Parisians, have a sense of regional superiority. In addition, Europeans are not as "lively foreign ministers" as Americans. If you are not familiar with the language, they will not take the initiative to intersect with you. In addition, in terms of public security, no matter which country you choose, it depends on the specific city. The chaos in Paris is well known, especially for Chinese, which is quite unsafe. It is recommended to stay away from the black area. However, the advantage of studying in Europe is that you can go anywhere in the country where the EU is deeply rooted, without having to apply for another visa. Traveling around Europe is no less rewarding than staying at school.

4. Academic qualifications: Most of the academic qualifications of American schools are recognized by the China government, while the academic qualifications of a large number of French schools are not recognized in China. In the previous stage, the bac+5 incident was very serious. When an international student returns to China, he can't tell whether his education is equivalent to a master's degree. Similarly, if you get your diploma here, they won't admit it. They can lower your level at will. To put it bluntly, it is still not transparent enough and subjective enough. In addition, local schools in France are not very particular, so we must be careful when choosing. Otherwise, like many friends, they will change schools every year and wander around L forever (L 1-3 is equivalent to 1-3), and many French schools have to study bac+5 to get a formal diploma, so we must pay attention.

5. Academically, the quality of education in France is average, while the average quality of education in the United States is relatively excellent. I have come into contact with those who graduated from American architecture and those who graduated from a school in Paris, and the level is very different (the United States is better).

5. Go or stay: If you consider studying abroad, you must have considered immigration to some extent. Even if you don't have it now, you may be entangled in graduation in the future. The specific immigration policy has been changing, so it is best to consult the authoritative organization. All I can say is that it is not difficult to stay in France, but I can't enjoy all the benefits brought by my status, because France is not an immigrant country. This is a point that I think is very important.

These are some of your opinions, but it is impossible to get an absolutely authoritative answer to such questions. The specific choice must be based on everyone's situation. For example, age, gender, personality, whether you want to return to China with a diploma or stay abroad. It is recommended to choose according to majors and schools, not countries. The academic expertise of the two countries is different. For example, if you study oil painting or biology, France will definitely have an advantage, but if you study design or economics and trade, it will be the United States. In addition, it is recommended to apply to the school first. If you two countries can't decide, then apply for schools separately. Which country wants your school to be excellent is an absolute priority, and everything else is secondary.

Good luck ~ the road ahead is long.