FAQs on the EnvIM Program

When is the first date of the program?

The first day is scheduled in early January, January 6th for the 2024-2025 academic year

When are the application deadlines?

Applications are open until November,  deadline to send your application file.

When should I apply?

Places are limited so please apply early to increase your chances of success. Candidates applying are strongly advised to submit applications as early as possible.

How do I know if I am eligible?

Complete and send us your application files, we check eligibility on the basis of the whole file, this step needs two to three weeks after the reception of your materials.

How long is the admission process?

Each year applications are open in January and several sessions are organized, depending on the options. Refer to the webpage for these agendas. Upon reception, the application files are studied for eligibility by Mines Paris professors. Two to three weeks after the session deadline if your files are accepted interviews and tests are organized. Considering the results of the test and interview, less than a month is needed to finalize admissions for Mines Paris. Finally a final acceptance is required by our partner universities.

What is the admission test about?

The admission process consists of the study of the application file, and if eligible, a written test (2 hours) and an interview in English. There is no specific recommendation to prepare these tests, based on no specific knowledge but on personal skills, ability to analyze, reflect and synthesize on a given subject (ex a case study dossier). Nevertheless, we recommend applicants to prepare the interview reflecting on their personal motivations and professional project.

I am eligible, can interviews be conducted remotely?

Yes, we organize remote written tests and interviews with students out of France.

I am still in my last year of Master, can I apply without having the degree yet?

Many applicants are unable to provide their Master's degree diploma during the applications period. In that case provide a certificate or a copy of your latest diplomas and transcripts, current year included. Upon admission, a copy of the diploma is mandatory to register to this program.

I would like to apply but I hold a Bachelor's degree?

These programs require a Master Degree level (Master 2, or 5 years of study after French “baccalaureat” or equivalence), but in some cases exemptions are accepted, for students having a bachelor if they have enough and coherent experiences (internships of period of work) and a sound personal motivation.

I am a young professional with several years of experience, are these training programs designed for me ?

Indeed you are welcome to apply to this program, with many case studies and real-life projects EnvIM is well designed for professionals,  contact us for personal advice.

What english level is required?

EnvIM is exclusively in English. It is therefore essential to have a good English level. You need to be able to follow the lectures, write and speak international English properly for the various projects and thesis writing and defense. We expect a good score from an English test chosen by applicants. If you are coming from an English-speaking University or if English is your native language, you do not have to provide a certification. Written tests and interviews are conducted in English.
Ex : test such as TOEFL (iBT, PBT ou CBT), TOEIC (Bridge, or Listening and Reading, or Speaking and Writing), IELTS or Cambridge (CAE Certificate in Advanced English or CPE Proficiency in English) or equivalent are accepted.

What is the process for recommendation form?

Have them sent by email to the address indicated on the recommendation letter form. We prefer the letters being sent directly to us by the person recommending you. We expect 3 recommendation letters, forms can be downloaded here.

How to finance the program?

Most students finance the program costs with their own funds or student loans. However, French banks generally require a guarantor located in France. In all cases, the 6-month period in a company or internship, is usually paid and provides students with extra financial resources
This program does not offer any possibility to apply for a scholarship directly, and students have to contact “Campus France” in their country. For further information, see the webpages and scholarships fitting nationality and background.

For any  further question or particular case, please contact us
email : info@isige.mines-paristech.fr
phone : +33 1 64 69 48 78