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Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées

Ivry-sur-Seine, France • Founded 1961

Updated Jun 2026 · Source: ipsa.fr

Overview

English Name: Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées
Acronyms: IPSA
Founded: 1961
Institution Type: Polytechnic
Control Type: Private
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The Institut polytechnique des sciences avancées replaced the Polytechnic Institute of Applied Sciences founded in 1961 and is located in Ivry-sur-Seine as well as in Lyon and Toulouse.The school is a member of the Conference of Directors of French Engineering Schools (CDEFI), the Union of Independent Grandes Ecoles (UGEI) and belongs to the IONIS Education group

Location & Contact

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Address: 63 boulevard de Brandebourg
Postal Code: 94200
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Programs Offered

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1 programme on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France

Master's Degree 1 programme

Master's Degree in Formations des écoles d'ingénieurs
General Engineering
Interview: Required

Parcoursup file, then written Concours Advance exams from 10 April to 6 May 2026: 50 questions with 42 scored and an English QCM of 30 questions in 30 minutes. A mandatory 30-minute oral synthesis and motivation intervie...

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Scholarships in France

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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 Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées

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    Identify the right programme

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées runs 1 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

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    Check entry requirements

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  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.ipsa.fr). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

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    Get in touch with admissions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées

Quick reference for Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées: founding, control type, and recognition status.

When was Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées founded?

Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées was established in 1961 (approximately 65 years ago).

Where is Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées located?

Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées is located in Ivry-sur-Seine, France.

What is Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées's control type?

It is a private higher-education institution.

How do I find Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées online?

You can find Institut Polytechnique des Sciences Avancées online at www.ipsa.fr.

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