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École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier

Montpellier, France • Founded 1889

Updated Oct 2026 · Source: enscm.fr

Overview

English Name: École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier
Acronyms: ENSCM
Founded: 1889
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
SCImago 2026 #587
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The École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier, known as ENSCM, is a public engineering school in Montpellier founded in 1889.

It trains generalist chemical engineers across every field of chemistry, from industrial production and research to management, health, environment and sustainable development. The three-year Diplôme d'ingénieur runs from bac+2 to bac+5 and can be followed as a standard student, as an apprentice, through continuing education or validation of experience, or alongside a master's degree.

Students choose among eight optional tracks, including fine organic chemistry, materials chemistry, chemistry for nuclear and environment, pollution control, chemistry-biology-health and a research-oriented engineer track. The school also prepares doctoral candidates for careers in industrial innovation or academic research.

Teaching rests on three pillars: close links with companies, international openness and research, with teachers working in leading laboratories.

ENSCM reports partnerships with more than 130 institutions in about 27 countries, and students spend around six months abroad on average. Each student receives a tablet for the whole programme, and the school holds an ISO 9001 quality certification and a renewed accreditation from the engineering commission CTI.

It is a component institution of the Université de Montpellier. Admission is only possible from bac+2, via competitive exams, continuous assessment or file review.

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier are listed below.

Address: 240 avenue du Professeur Émile Jeanbrau
Postal Code: 34296
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Academic Details

A snapshot of École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and recognition.

Admission Requirements: No entry after the baccalauréat; admission is at bac+2 or above. First year: concours after classes préparatoires (PC/PC* 60 places, BCPST 2, TPC 2), PASS ingénieur for L2/L3 students (1 place), continuous assessment for integrated preparatory classes (15), CITI (2) and ATS (3), or file review for L3 Chemistry (5), BUT 2/3 Chemistry (10) and BTS Chemistry (1). Second year by file: Chemistry M1 (1) and fifth-year Pharmacy (2). Apprenticeship: BUT Chemistry holders only (25 places), with shortlisting, TOEIC test and interview. File applications open 19 January 2026; deadline 1 March 2026 for BUT, 10 May 2026 for other routes. No application fee.

Programs Offered

Below are École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

10 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France

Scholarships in France

France-wide scholarships, relevant to students considering École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier or other institutions there.

Aide à la mobilité internationale
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Government funded · 400 EUR per monthly · Travel · Covers Travel
Grant of 400 EUR per month for a study or internship stay abroad of 1 to 10 consecutive months that forms part of the degree programme; no more than 10 months in total across all higher education.
Bourse sur critères sociaux
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Government funded · 6,335 EUR per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Monthly national grant paid over 10 months by the Crous, with eight échelons from 0 bis to 7 ranging from 1,454 EUR to 6,335 EUR per year (1,745 to 7,602 EUR if kept over the summer); overseas territories receive a supplement of 300 EUR.
Erasmus+ mobility grant
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Other funded · Travel · Covers Travel
Monthly grant generally between 300 and 700 EUR depending on destination and whether the stay is a study period or an internship; 786 EUR for students of overseas institutions; supplements of 250 EUR per month for students meeting inclusion criteria and a sustainable-travel supplement.
ESSEC Foundation Need-based Scholarship
ESSEC Foundation · Foundation funded · 20,000 EUR per total · Partial Tuition
Need-based tuition aid for ESSEC students facing financial difficulties: average 5,000 EUR, maximum 20,000 EUR, and 15,000 EUR over three years; 447 scholarship students were supported in 2025.
France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship
Campus France · Government funded · International students · 1,200 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living, Travel, Insurance
Monthly allowance of 1,200 EUR for master students (up to 12 months for M2, 24 for M1, 36 for engineering degrees) and 2,100 EUR for doctoral students (12 to 36 months), plus international transport, insurance, housing search and cultural activities; tuition fees are not covered.

How to apply to École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier

Step-by-step guidance for applying to École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier offers 10 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Each programme at École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Apply directly via École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier's online portal at www.enscm.fr. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier

Quick answers to common questions about École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier.

When was École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier founded?

École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier was established in 1889 (approximately 137 years ago).

In which city is École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier?

École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier is based in Montpellier, France.

Is École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier a public or private institution?

École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier is a public institution.

What is École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier's official website?

You can find École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier online at www.enscm.fr.

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