ESTACA, France, Student Exchange Spring Semester 2027

Program Overview

• Tuition Fee: Waived for students from partner universities
• Expenses Covered by Students: Accommodation, daily living costs, roundtrip flight, visa, health insurance, local transportation, and personal expenses
• Country: France
• Spring Semester 2027: January 2027 – May 2027
• About ESTACA: https://www.estaca.fr/en/
• Program Information: https://www.estaca.fr/en/international/come-to-estaca/

Available Programs – Spring 2027

1. Automotive & Aeronautics Design Program (AAD)
   • Period: January–May 2027
   • Language of Instruction: English
   • Website: https://www.estaca.fr/en/programs/engineer/
   • Brochure
2. Engineering Diploma Curriculum Exchange Program
   • Period: January–May 2027
   • Language of Instruction: French
   • Website: https://www.estaca.fr/en/

Academic Information

• Exchange students may enroll in up to 30 ECTS per semester.
• Available study fields include:
  • Aeronautics
  • Aerospace
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Urban and Rail Transport
  • Naval Engineering
• Language requirement:
  • English-taught courses: Minimum CEFR B2 level (TOEFL iBT 79 / IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
  • French-taught courses: Minimum CEFR B2 level in French
• Retake examinations are available during standard ESTACA retake periods.
• Official transcripts are issued after the semester concludes.

Practical Information

Accommodation

Accommodation options vary by campus and availability.

Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Campus

• CROUS Residences (subject to availability)
• STUDEFI Residence: http://www.studefi.fr/main.php
• Les Estudines: https://www.estudines.com/

Laval Campus

• CROUS Residence La Dormerie
• Pierre de Coubertin Residence: http://www.hjl53.fr

Students are strongly encouraged to begin housing arrangements early.

Living Costs

Students are responsible for:

• Accommodation
• Meals and living expenses
• Transportation
• Visa-related costs
• Insurance and healthcare expenses

Visa and Insurance

• Non-EU students must obtain a French student visa.
• ESTACA will issue an invitation letter after acceptance.
• Visa information: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/
• Health insurance is mandatory for all students.
• Non-EU students must register for the French national health insurance system upon arrival.
• Students must also maintain international insurance covering:
  • Medical expenses
  • Hospitalization
  • Repatriation
  • Civil liability

Eligibility

• Diploma/S1: Batch 2024
• S2: All batches

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae (preferably Europass format)
2. Motivation Letter (1 page, A4)
3. Official English Transcript
4. Learning Agreement ITS Version
   • Download: http://bit.ly/its-student-exchange
5. Valid English or French proficiency certificate
   • English programs: TOEFL iBT 79 / IELTS 6.0 / TOEIC 785 or equivalent
   • French programs: Minimum B2 French proficiency
6. Passport copy (valid at least one year prior to the program)
7. Recommendation letter from academic advisor
8. Statement Letter (ITS format http://bit.ly/its-student-exchange)
9. Parental Support Letter (Bahasa Indonesia)
10. GCW Non-Degree Certificate (minimum grade C) or GCW Non-Degree Test Result (minimum score 75)

Note: Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Application Procedure

1. Prepare all required documents in PDF format and combine them into one ZIP/RAR file.
2. Submit your application through the Study Abroad ITS Form:
   • https://its.id/studyabroadITS
3. After submission, send a confirmation email to studyabroad@its.ac.id with the subject:

Confirmation Study Abroad Application_ExchangeESTACA_NAME_NRP

Important Dates

• ITS Application Deadline: 21 September 2026 (09.00 WIB)
• Interview Session: 24 September 2026

Contact

For questions regarding this program, please contact Mr. Ade via:

studyabroad@its.ac.id

Subject line:

ASK_ESTACA

We encourage eligible students to apply and take advantage of this excellent opportunity to study in France while broadening their international academic experience.