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# Le Cordon Bleu Paris

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## About the university

Le Cordon Bleu Paris is the historic headquarters of the world-famous culinary school founded in Paris in 1895. It is the global benchmark for education in cuisine, pâtisserie and wine, with the legendary traditions of French gastronomy.

Training under world-class chefs with a focus on practice. A Le Cordon Bleu diploma opens doors to the world's best restaurants and hotels.

## Le Cordon Bleu Paris in rankings

Le Cordon Bleu Paris - the benchmark of gastronomy:

- The school's historic headquarters (1895)
- A global benchmark of culinary education
- Hands-on training with world-class chefs

## Campus and infrastructure

The Le Cordon Bleu Paris campus with professional kitchens and learning spaces at the heart of French gastronomy.

## Faculties and programs

The school specializes in gastronomy:

- Cuisine
- Pâtisserie
- Wine & Gastronomy
- Restaurant Management

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## How to apply

Admission is based on your school diploma and language. The school is geared toward international students.

Admission to Le Cordon Bleu Paris takes six months or more; here are the key stages:

1. Choose a program (9–12 months ahead). Decide on the field — cuisine and pastry — and the level: bachelor’s or master’s. Programs differ in requirements, deadlines and fees.
2. Language certificate. For public universities, usually yes; private business schools and international programs are in English.
3. Application. Applications are submitted online; once reviewed, the university sends an offer — with it you can plan finances and housing.
4. Student visa and relocation. After the offer, a student visa or residence permit for France is arranged. We handle this stage end to end.

After 11 years of school. Yes, directly: the certificate is accepted and Licence 1 applications go through Campus France. Dossier, motivation letter and B2 French decide.

## Documents for admission

- Passport
- School diploma
- Language certificate
- Motivation letter

Exact requirements - in a consultation.

## Tuition and living costs

A private international school; tuition applies. You see the tuition and required extras before the application.

Country benchmark for France. Public universities charge a moderate fee; private schools cost more. You see the tuition and extra costs before we send the application.

Beyond tuition, budget for housing, insurance, visa fees and tickets — we prepare a full cost estimate for your case free of charge.

## Accommodation and student life

Paris is the world's gastronomy capital; we'll help with accommodation.

Upon arrival, the first tasks are registration, a bank account and a transport card — every student gets our step-by-step checklist.

## Career after graduation

The strong fields of Le Cordon Bleu Paris are cuisine and pastry. As at most universities in France, students have access to a career centre, job fairs and internships — use them from the first semesters: hands-on experience is decisive for the first job.

Another path is a master’s degree: with a bachelor’s from France you can apply to programs and scholarships worldwide.

## Student reviews

Admission went smoothly: StudyU helped me gather the documents and not miss the deadlines. I arrived at Le Cordon Bleu Paris already knowing what to expect.

We applied to several universities at once - I got offers and calmly made my choice. Le Cordon Bleu Paris has a strong program and a convenient campus.

My parents worried more than I did, but the StudyU team explained everything to them. Now I study at Le Cordon Bleu Paris and am getting to know the city of Paris.

## FAQ

### What does a Le Cordon Bleu diploma offer?

Access to the world's best restaurants and hotels - a globally recognized brand.

### Where is it located?

In Paris - the school's historic headquarters.

### Can I enter Le Cordon Bleu Paris after 11 years of school?

Yes, directly: the certificate is accepted and Licence 1 applications go through Campus France. Dossier, motivation letter and B2 French decide.

### How much does it cost to study at Le Cordon Bleu Paris?

Country benchmark for France: Public universities charge a moderate fee; private schools cost more. You see the tuition and extra costs before we send the application. StudyU calculates the intake-year university fee, available discount and living budget during the free consultation.

### When should I start preparing?

Ideally 9–12 months before the start of studies: some deadlines close six months in advance, and scholarship competitions even earlier.

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Other universities - studying in France: [SKEMA Business School](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-skema-business-school) · [Istituto Marangoni Paris](https://www.studyu.org/en/university-istituto-marangoni-france). All options are on the page [studying in France](https://www.studyu.org/en/country-france).

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