Yes, Argentine students can study AI in France in English, with no French required at AI2. You get an acceptance letter, complete the expediente preconsular and interview, then file at the consulate in Buenos Aires. Here is every step, with the costs in pesos.
In short: Argentine students with a direct admission use Campus France Argentina’s “expediente preconsular”, at €200 (ARS 343,230 in November 2026), with an interview in person or by Zoom. You then file at the Consulate General of France in Buenos Aires, with no contractor. At AI2, the Bachelor costs €9,000 a year (about ARS 15,400,000) in Years 1 and 2, and MSc Year 1 costs €12,500 (about ARS 21,500,000), from €10,500 with scholarship. Intakes are in February, May and September 2027.
AI2 (Applied Institute of Artificial Intelligence) is a French school of applied AI and data science at Écouen, 22 minutes from Paris Gare du Nord. French is not required for its English-taught programmes.
What AI2 costs in Argentine pesos
| Programme | Tuition | In local currency | Start |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Applied AI, Years 1 and 2 | €9,000 a year | about ARS 15,400,000 | February, May or September 2027 |
| Bachelor, final year | €9,900 | about ARS 17,000,000 | Follows Year 2 |
| MSc, Year 1 | €12,500, from €10,500 with scholarship | about ARS 21,500,000, from ARS 18,000,000 | February, May or September 2027 |
| MSc, 18-month direct entry | €13,000 single fee, from €11,300 with scholarship | about ARS 22,300,000, from ARS 19,400,000 | See tuition fees |
| Fast-Track Data Science, 11 months | €12,500, or €11,000 before 15 November 2026 | about ARS 21,500,000 | February 2027 |
Local amounts use the rate in Campus France Argentina’s November 2026 table (€200 for ARS 343,230) and are rounded. They are indicative: AI2 bills in euros.
Your route from Argentina in 6 steps
When to start
You can apply at most 3 months before travel, and at least one month before departure. Processing takes about 15 working days, longer in some cases. Slots go very fast for travel around February, August and September. For February 2027, start now.
How much money you must show
France requires at least €877.50 a month, about ARS 1,500,000. Twelve months comes to €10,530, about ARS 18,100,000. Check the consulate’s document list for accepted proofs. Your passport needs at least 2 blank pages, and documents are accepted in Spanish, English or French.
Does an Argentine diploma get you in?
The 2015 recognition agreement is a reference text aimed at universities and engineering schools, and each establishment decides. These are AI2’s entry points, and admissions confirms yours in writing.
| Your background | AI2 entry to ask about | What admissions looks at |
|---|---|---|
| Título secundario | Bachelor, Year 1 | Transcripts, with mathematics, or science for the Industrial IT track |
| One year of university | Bachelor, Year 2 | One validated year in a related field |
| Tecnicatura or two years of university | Bachelor, Year 3 | Two years of higher education in a related field |
| Licenciatura | MSc, Year 1 | Your degree, transcripts and field of study |
English: AI2 asks for B2 level, shown by IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72 or English-medium schooling. TOEFL iBT and IELTS are both available in Argentina, with IELTS centres in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Mendoza and other cities. Apostille: it is not listed for the direct-admission file, and documents may be in Spanish. If you are told you need one, the Cancillería issues it online through TAD. Back home: ask the Ministry how your title would be treated before you enrol.
Funding
AI2’s scholarships for excellence and early application can bring MSc Year 1 from €12,500 down to €10,500. Becas Pizarnik and similar calls require public institutions, and we found no official funding for a full Bachelor in France. Confirm any other funding with its provider before you pay a deposit.
Student visa or working holiday?
France and Argentina run a working holiday scheme for ages 18 to 35, with 1,500 places. It lasts one year and is not a route into a Bachelor or MSc.
Is an AI2 qualification recognised?
AI2’s degree programmes prepare RNCP titles at Levels 6 and 7, recognised by the French State. Campus France states that the value of a French diploma is guaranteed by the State for national diplomas, Ministry-approved diplomas and titles registered in the RNCP. You can look up each code on the France Compétences website. See is AI2 recognised and all programmes.
After you graduate
The one-year job-search permit is open to master’s-level graduates, among others, so most bachelor’s graduates who want to stay continue to a master’s first. Any AI2 BSc graduate can progress to MSc Year 1. No school can promise a job or a visa, and AI2 does not. While you study, the student visa allows up to 964 hours of work a year.
Getting to the campus
Air France lists regular direct flights from Buenos Aires to Paris-CDG. Check the current schedule before you book. Also read visa guidance, the guides for Chile, Brazil and Mexico, and all country guides.
Frequently asked questions
Can students from Argentina study AI in France in English?
Yes. AI2’s Bachelor and MSc programmes at Écouen near Paris are taught 100% in English, and French is not required.
Is Campus France mandatory from Argentina?
Yes. Campus France says the consulate will not receive anyone who has not completed its steps.
How much is Campus France Argentina?
€200, paid in pesos at the rate for the month: ARS 343,230 from 1 to 30 November 2026. The amount must be exact.
Is the interview online?
It is in person or by Zoom. You request it by email, and applicants outside Buenos Aires can use Zoom.
Where do I file the visa in Argentina?
At the Visa Service of the Consulate General of France in Buenos Aires, by appointment. There is no contractor.
How much is the student visa?
ARS 85,807 for Campus France students from 1 August 2026, in cash or by Argentine debit card. Check the amount on the day.
How much does AI2 cost in pesos?
Bachelor Years 1 and 2 cost €9,000 a year, about ARS 15,400,000. MSc Year 1 costs €12,500, about ARS 21,500,000, or from €10,500 with scholarship. AI2 bills in euros.
Can I study a degree on a working holiday visa?
Do not plan on it. It lasts one year and is not a route into a Bachelor or MSc.
Last checked on 2 November 2026 against the official sources listed below. Rules and fees change, so confirm them with Campus France and the French consulate before you pay.
Official sources: Campus France Argentina: instructions · Campus France Argentina: payment · France-Visas: Argentina · Consulate: fee table · Cancillería: apostille · Service-Public: student visa, resources and tax
Tell AI2 your current level: admissions confirms your entry year, tuition and scholarship in writing, then you start your visa file.
