Ecole Polytechnique

Established in 1794 during the French revolution and right after the age of enlightenment, Ecole Polytechnique has led a wave of scientific and technical discoveries since its inception. It also achieved military status by Napolean in 1804 and served the nation. It was when the school motto was instituted – “Pour la Patrie, Les Sciences et la Gloire” (“For the Homeland, Science and Glory”). 

Three alums from this institution have been awarded the Nobel Prize, while another three have served as the President of France. I’X is also the alma mater of many CEOs of renowned French and international companies. It ranks 49th in the QS World University Rankings 2022. 

Faculty and Courses 

The professors at I’X are both teachers and researchers. Some of them are engaged in research with national-level laboratories like CNRS, CEA, and INRIA. They help students prosper academically and engage in valuable innovation and research. 

Ecole Polytechnique offers the opportunity to pursue a degree in various fields such as Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, and much more. It also incorporates modern programs related to data science, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, environmental engineering, etc. It ranks #3 globally for its Masters in Business Analytics program. 

Students can enrol in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral program. It is also involved in two-degree programs awarded by ParisTech. ParisTech is a cluster of the ten most prestigious French colleges, or grandes écoles, as called in French. 

Fees and Financial Aid 

The fees at I’X are slightly expensive given the first-class facilities that the school provides. However, students can apply for scholarships, awards, grants and bursaries. The cost of obtaining a PHD is relatively low. PhD students with exceptional academic backgrounds can also receive a gross salary from the institute.

The indicative fees for different degrees are mentioned in the below table. 

Degree	Tuition Fees
Bachelor’s	INR 11 L approx.
Master’s	INR 10.8 L to INR 13.5 L approx.
PHD	INR 1 L approx.

Interestingly, there are also other reductions in the annual tuition fees for students. For example, Zhejiang University and Tsinghua University (China) alums must pay almost INR 5 L annually. 

Careers and Placements 

I’X has an excellent reputation that works in the graduates’ favour. It ranks #18 in the QS Graduate Employability Ranking 2022. Hence, it can be easily inferred that the stimulating environment at this school is excellent for students to establish a successful and meaningful career. Not only that, but the school also assists students in business creation via its vast network and associations. It also has various systems that help students gain the required finance and guidance for their business. 

Admission Requirements 

The selection process at La Polytechnique is pretty intense and highly selective. It has an acceptance rate of 10 percent. 

The general prerequisites for admission are described below. 

• Academic Transcripts: Prospective students must submit academic transcripts that demonstrate an excellent background in the chosen course of study. 
• Standardised Test Scores: The scores of standardised exams such as GRE and GMAT are required for the online application.
• English Proficiency: All international applicants and even French applicants who are applying for programmes taught in English must prove proficiency in English.
• Personal Statement: All applicants must submit a personal statement that indicates their study motivation, career plans, as well as academic and professional endeavours to support their application. 

Besides the above-mentioned, applicants can submit certificates of professional experience or other certifications that increase their application’s value. Good luck!