Admission to the Institute is based on the submission of a digital portfolio followed by an interview. The Institute welcomes applications from all those who are interested in studying architecture and associated disciplines, but as the school teaches in English only, a high level of English is required before starting the course. This will also be assessed at interview.

Candidates should also demonstrate an awareness and ability to undertake advanced study of their proposed subject.

Fees for the academic year 2025/26 are 10,000 €

A 5,000 € deposit is paid during the enrolment process to confirm your place, this is deducted from the remaining tuition fee balance, which is then due in the July preceding your arrival at the school.

Architecture and Interior Design students will typically incur higher course-related costs due to the materials required for model-making, drawing, and presentations.

The Institute's Research Project Award provides the opportunity for one graduate student to teach within the school's research studio, as a paid teaching assistant, for the duration of the academic year following their graduation. This will be awarded by the academic council at the end of year show in June.

It is the responsibility of the student to organise their housing and maintenance while in Paris. Paris is a global city and renting can be expensive. The French State currently provides some housing assistance to students and interns, further information can be found at https://www.caf.fr

Non-EEA citizens will require a visa to enter France. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the correct paperwork for their stay. The Architectural Institute of Paris will provide a letter confirming acceptance to a course if required.

An orientation week at the beginning of term will introduce students to the school and the city with a number of visits, tours, and events.