Parcoursup Opens for 2025 Applications with New Quality Assurance Measures

Students can now choose from 24,000 higher education programs, but concerns persist about transparency and recognition of some private institutions.

The 2025 Parcoursup application period runs from January 15 to March 13, allowing students to select up to 10 initial training programs and 10 apprenticeship options.
New features on the platform include detailed 'identity cards' for each program, providing transparency on institution status, tuition costs, and eligibility for state scholarships.
Concerns remain about private institutions not listed on Parcoursup, as some offer unrecognized diplomas or engage in questionable marketing practices.
The French government has implemented stricter measures, including the removal of programs from Parcoursup that violate its quality standards or transparency guidelines.
Students are encouraged to use resources such as Onisep advisors, school counselors, and open house events to make informed choices about their applications.