FAQs on the EnvIM Program

When do I chose my option and/or pathway?

Applicants choose one preferred option in the application form but are invited to mention their wishes in the motivation letter if a second choice attracts them. They will have the opportunity to discuss with the jury during interview to convince them of his.her preferences, according to their professional project. A wish list of options and/or pathways will be validated, in function of availabilities.

When is the first date of the program?

For EnvIM Asia, the first week is scheduled early September, in Paris, to prepare the departure to China the following week. For EnvIM World the first day is scheduled in early January.

When are the application deadlines?

Applications are open from December 20 until beginning of March for options Asia. Note that no applications will be accepted after the last session.

For EnvIM Option World, 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, especially option World is well designed for professionals, option Asia  welcome young professionals as well, but 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, (except for the particular case of some Tsinghua Chinese students) 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