The American University of Paris offers the possibility of attending classes as a part-time student without pursuing a degree in over 100 undergraduate courses on a space-available basis.听You can choose to either take a class for academic credit or audit a class not for academic credit.听You will not be able to change between the two options after registration.听
For academic credit
You may register for up to 11 credits per semester. If you register for more credits, you鈥檙e considered a degree-seeking student. Like all other AUP students taking courses for credit, you鈥檙e expected to attend class regularly, complete all assigned reading and written work, and take examinations. Grades will be reflected on University issued transcripts.听Tuition for 听2024-2025 is 鈧1,112 per credit. For example, a 4-credit course would cost听鈧4,448.
Not for academic credit
You may audit classes if you are not looking to earn academic credit. Auditors may also register for up to 11 credits per semester. Auditors may complete course assignments and take exams, but correcting their work is left to the discretion of the individual professor. The auditor rate for 2024-2025 is 鈧556 per credit. For example, a 4-credit course would cost听鈧2,224.
All students applying for part-time studies must have successfully completed secondary education and have fulfilled any prerequisites for the courses they choose at AUP. To apply, please submit the following documents:
We ask that you include a personal statement as part of your application; you can upload your essay as part of your online application.
In approximately 500 words, in English, please answer one of the following essay questions:
In addition to the essay above, in under 300 words, answer the following:
Using the听AUP Application Portal听you may submit your list of activities and work experience in .pdf format.
Online forms for your recommenders (teachers or professors) are provided in the听AUP Application Portal.
We review completed applications in two rounds during the year. You鈥檙e welcome to apply at any time, but admissions decisions will only be given after the first round.
Review Rounds | APPLICATION ROUND DEADLINE |
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Round 1 | by 20 April |
Round 2 | by 21 August |
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Review Rounds | APPLICATION ROUND DEADLINE |
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Round 1 | by 1 November |
Round 2 | by 5 January |
When you receive your admission decision, you will be given instructions to confirm your attendance and select your courses.听Part-time course registration will take place after pre-registration closes for other cohorts, per the academic calendar.
Non-EU Students who plan to enter France in order to study at AUP under a part-time status, are required to:
We regret to inform part-time applicants that we cannot assist with visa formalities.
Should you need to cancel, withdraw or change your status after you have registered and made payment, please review our cancellation deadlines听and contact the Registrar鈥檚 Office听in writing.
Please note that part-time students are not eligible for AUP financial aid.
We look forward to receiving your application. Please don鈥檛 hesitate to听request additional information听about our part-time studies program.