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Fermeture de l'École été 2026

sylvie.kemenovic — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:05:34 +0000

School closure summer 2026 sylvie.kemenovic Fri, 07/17/2026 - 11:16

Summer Closure

ENS Paris-Saclay will be closed from the evening of Friday, July 24, 2024, through the morning of Monday, August 17, for summer break.

At the Start of the School Year

Back-to-School Schedule

Find the dates for the start of the 2026–2027 school year, events for students, and school holidays.

Check out the calendar for the 2026–2027 school year.

Welcome Event for the Families of First-Year Teacher-Training Students

This year, the School is hosting a welcome event for the families of first-year teacher-training students on Monday, August 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Check out the program.

Crédit photo : Michel Denancé (RPWB)

secretariat.presidence [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (Présidence)

ENS Paris-Saclay will be closed from the evening of Friday, July 24, 2025, through the morning of Monday, August 17, 2026.
We wish you a wonderful summer vacation!

Calendrier de la rentrée 2026/2027

Journée d'accueil des familles 2026

Rencontres au féminin pluriel 2026

Calendrier de la rentrée 2026/2027

tiana.rabe — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:15:01 +0000

2026–2027 School Year Schedule sylvie.kemenovic Thu, 07/16/2026 - 10:13

Click on the link of your choice:

New students at the École Normale: first-year students
International Students (First-Year Students)
Department Meetings (Required for First-Year Students)
2nd year
3rd and 4th grade
Event Dates
Vacation

New students at the École Normale: first-year students

We would like to congratulate you on your admission to ENS Paris-Saclay and welcome you to your new school.

All back-to-school events are mandatory for first-year students at ENS Paris-Saclay.

Monday, August 31, 2026: Welcome event for the families of first-year students at the École Normale

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Parents’ Welcome Day – Emmy Noether Hall
The School is hosting a welcome event for the families of first-year and second-year students: Be sure to register for the orientation day (registration is required).

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: three tour time slots for the ENS Paris-Saclay building (10 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m.)

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Orientation lecture for first-year students – Alain Aspect Lecture Hall
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Community Organizations Fair + Partners' Booth (banks, mutual insurance companies) - Atrium
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: Sports presentation – Alain Aspect Auditorium

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (required for 1A and 2A students): Awareness of scientific ethics and integrity, plagiarism – Alain Aspect Lecture Hall
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: 180-second lab presentations – Alain Aspect Auditorium
3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Laboratory Forum - Hall Emmy Noether

Thursday, September 3, 2026

9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.: “Open House” Day for the Teaching and Research Departments (DER) - Atrium Germaine Tillion
13h - 14h : présentation du service de santé étudiante (SSE) de l'Université Paris-Saclay et relais handicap - Amphi Alain Aspect

Friday, September 4, 2026: Mandatory training sessions

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Mandatory training sessions on gender-based and sexual violence (GBV), risky behaviors, social media, and discrimination—Alain Aspect Lecture Hall, Dorothy Hodgkin Lecture Hall, and Research Stage.
- Groupe A : VSS at 9 a.m. / Risky Behaviors & Social Media at 11 a.m. / Discrimination at 2 p.m.: Register online (140 places)
- Groupe B : Discrimination at 9 a.m. / VSS at 11 a.m. / Risky Behaviors & Social Media at 2 p.m.: Register online (140 places)
- Group C: Risky Behaviors & Social Media at 9 a.m. / Discrimination at 11 a.m. / VSS at 2 p.m.: Register online (140 places)

Monday, September 7, 2026

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Mandatory training on ecological transitions and sustainable development (TEDS) – Alain Aspect Lecture Hall.
12:15 p.m.: D. Hodgkin Lecture Hall: The Top Choice for MP Entrance Exams
12:30 p.m.: D. Hodgkin Lecture Hall: Lecture hall for the BCPST entrance exam
12:45 p.m.: D. Hodgkin Lecture Hall: the top lecture hall for the PC entrance exam
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: Normal School Students: Your Rights and Responsibilities - Amphi Alain Aspect
6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.: “Women in All Their Diversity” – Alain Aspect Lecture Hall
(pour les normaliennes et étudiantes - Register online)
Starting at 7:15 p.m.: A Social Gathering for Women of All Kinds - Emmy Noether
(for female students at the École Normale and other students)

Mercredi 9 septembre 2026

6:30 p.m.: Webinar presenting the ENS Paris-Saclay degree

Jeudi 10 septembre 2026

13h30 - 17h : journée "Préambule", le forum du diplôme, de la vie étudiante et de la prévention - Atrium Germaine Tillion :
- 1A & 2A (first-year students): 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- 2A (non-first-year students): 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
5:45 p.m.–7:15 p.m.: Culture Presentation—Alain Aspect Lecture Hall

MANDATORY MEETINGS IN YOUR DEPARTMENTS

Check your department's websites for the required dates.

English : consultez le calendrier de rentrée du DER Anglais.
Biology: Check the Biology DER back-to-school schedule.
Chemistry: Check the DER Chemistry back-to-school schedule.
Design: Check out the DER Design back-to-school calendar.
Computer Science: Check the DER Computer Science back-to-school schedule.
Mathematics: The information is sent by email.
Physics: Check the Physics DER back-to-school schedule.
Humanities and Social Sciences: Check the DER SHS back-to-school calendar.
Engineering Sciences:
- Civil and Environmental Engineering: Check the DER GCE back-to-school calendar.
- Mechanical Engineering: Check the DER GM's back-to-school calendar.
- Electrical and Digital Engineering Sciences (SIEN): Check the DER SIEN back-to-school calendar.

Back-to-School for International Students

Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.: Welcome event for newly arrived international students - ENS Paris-Saclay Cafeteria
To help us organize the buffet, please register online (required).
Check out the program.

2nd year

Friday, August 28, 2026

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Orientation for second-year Normal School students (not first-year students) enrolled in M1 or L3 (interface and post-gap year) – Alain Aspect Lecture Hall

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

6:30 p.m.: Webinar presenting the ENS Paris-Saclay degree (french)

Thursday, September 10, 2026 (required)

1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: “Preamble” Day, the forum on degrees, student life, and prevention – Germaine Tillion Atrium :
- 2A (non-first-year students): 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

3rd and 4th grade

Friday, August 28, 2026

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Orientation for 3rd- and 4th-year students in the M2 Fesup, M2R, ARPE, and Interface programs, as well as the Thematic Research Year programs (ARRC, ARTeQ, ARIA, ARÉco) – Alain Aspect Lecture Hall + Zoom

Events

Orientation Weekend (WEI): 1September 1, 12, and 13, 2026
Sports Weekend (WEC): October 2, 3, and 4, 2026
Equivalency Review Committee: October 15, 2026
Degree Examination Committee, Session 1: November 19, 2026
Degree Examination Committee, Session 2: January 21, 2027
Webinar presenting the École Normale Supérieure Specific Doctoral Contracts (CDSN): November 4, 2026
Career Week: November 30–December 4, 2026
Webinar presenting the Doctoral Program: December 1, 2026
Webinar presenting the Ten-Year Commitment: December 2, 2026

Holidays 2026/2027

All Saints' Day Break: October 24 to November 2, 2026
Christmas Break: December 19, 2026, to January 4, 2027
Winter Break: February 13 to 22, 2027
Spring Break: April 10 to 19, 2027

Crédit photo : Laurence Godart

dsvec [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (Direction de la scolarité, vie étudiante et concours)

Check out the key dates for 2026/2027. Do you have questions about the start of the school year? Check out the FAQ to help you prepare for your arrival on campus.
And don't forget to enroll in school and apply for housing if needed.

Trouver un logement pour 2026/2027

sylvie.kemenovic — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:39:24 +0000

Find Housing for 2026/2027 sylvie.kemenovic Tue, 06/30/2026 - 09:16

Find an accommodation with ENS Paris-Saclay

For the 2026–2027 academic year, you will be given priority access to accommodation reserved by ENS Paris-Saclay with its landlord partners if you meet one of the following criteria:

You are applying for the first time for a degree at ENS Paris-Saclay, either through the competitive entrance exam route or the student admission route, excluding Master’s programmes;
You have dealing with a disability;
You benefit from a CROUS grant based on social criteria;
You are enrolling on the Agrégation preparation course (Master 2 Fesup);
You are arriving in France to study as part of a supervised Erasmus+ or Fulbright exchange programme.

The procedure

Your housing application must be submitted starting June 25, 2026, on a dedicated ENS Paris-Saclay platform.
Applications will be considered based on the availability of accommodation within the School’s reserved quota.

Submit your application online.

Find an accommodation on the Paris-Saclay campus

The CASA platform at Paris-Saclay University

The CASA platform at Paris-Saclay University lists all student accommodation options near the university’s campuses: accommodation in public and private student housing, private homes, shared flats, or in exchange for services.

The offers published are checked and updated regularly.

Check out the listings on the CASA platform.

Practical information: the CASA platform at Paris-Saclay University also brings together practical information to help you with your research.

CROUS'S student housing

The criteria for accessing CROUS accommodation depend on whether you are eligible for a means-tested grant.

Check whether you are eligible for a CROUS grant based on means-tested criteria.

If you are eligible for a CROUS grant based on means-tested criteria

You must submit your Student Social File to the Crous between March and early May for the new academic year starting in September. Submit your Student Social File.
Once your application has been approved by the Crous, you have until the end of June to submit your accommodation preferences directly via the national platform. Submit your application for Crous student housing.

You are not eligible for a CROUS grant

You can submit your accommodation preferences directly via the national platform from the start of July. Your accommodation application will be processed by the Crous, subject to availability. Submit your application for Crous student housing.

Seek guidance

The Housing Department at ENS Paris-Saclay

logement [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (If you have any questions, please contact us by email.)

Several partner organisations of ENS Paris-Saclay and Paris-Saclay University can help you find accommodation.

The Science Accueil Association

They can assist you in your search for furnished accommodation, whether with private landlords or in private residences. Science Accueil can also help you with the practicalities of settling in (opening a bank account, rental deposits, etc.).

Find out more about the support services offered by Science Accueil.

The Héberjeunes association

It provides a personalised matchmaking service with landlords. The charity offers a range of options, including studio flats, shared flats and rooms in private homes, sometimes in exchange for services.

Find out more about the support services offered by the Héberjeunes charity.

logement [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (Service Logement)

La campagne de logement 2026/2027 a débuté.
Les places sont attribuées dans la limite des disponibilités. Il est conseillé à tous les étudiants et élèves d'engager au plus tôt leurs démarches.

Consultez notre foire aux questions (FAQ)

Se loger

Clara Copin, majore de l’agrégation de Sciences économiques et sociales 2026

sylvie.kemenovic — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:03:33 +0000

Clara Copin, top graduate of the 2026 Agrégation in Economics and Social Sciences sylvie.kemenovic Mon, 06/22/2026 - 17:41

Clara Copin is a student at the École Normale Supérieure (ENS) Paris-Saclay in the Department of Teaching and Research (DER) in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
She graduated at the top of her class in the agrégation in Economics and Social Sciences in 2026.

Once I graduate, I hope to teach social sciences and economics in high school. Even though my ranking would allow me to consider other options—including teaching in preparatory classes—I want to stay true to my original plan.

After two years in the ENS D2 preparatory program in Marseille, Clara Copin was admitted to ENS Paris-Saclay through a competitive entrance exam to the Department of Teaching and Research (DER) in the Humanities and Social Sciences at ENS Paris-Saclay.
“During my first year at ENS, I pursued a bachelor’s degree with a major in economics and a minor in sociology. I then enrolled in the master’s program in ‘Economics, Organizations, and Society,’ a program focused on heterodox economics. During those two years, I was actively involved in the student association La Solidarité Normalienne, where I taught French as a foreign language (FLE) and helped organize charity events.”

Her goal: to become a professor of economics and social sciences

She enrolled at ENS Paris-Saclay with a very clear goal: to become a teacher of economics and social sciences.

“Ever since high school, I’ve wanted to become a teacher. It was during my senior year that I realized I specifically wanted to teach economics and social sciences. I particularly enjoyed this subject for its critical dimension and for the discussions it sparked in class. I loved exploring the different perspectives and schools of thought that have emerged over time on a given issue (such as international trade, educational inequality, or unemployment).
At the time, I applied for two bachelor’s programs in economics on Parcoursup, with the intention of then pursuing a MEEF master’s degree.
On the last day to submit my preferences on Parcoursup, my SES teacher, Mr. Dubois, asked me what my plans were. When I explained my plans to him, he called me back that evening to advise me to add the ENS D2 preparatory class in Marseille so that I could later try to gain admission to the ENS and, eventually, earn my agrégation. At that point, I didn’t even know what the ENS was!
I followed his advice, telling myself that I could always change my mind later. Looking back, I realize just how pivotal that conversation was in shaping my path. I’m incredibly grateful to have crossed paths with this teacher, who took the time to guide me and open up opportunities I hadn’t even known existed.”

So it was only natural that she decided to prepare for and take the SES agrégation exam during her third year at ENS Paris-Saclay.

Top graduate of the 2026 Agrégation in Economics and Social Sciences

“When some of my classmates talked about the rankings they hoped to achieve in order to teach in prep classes, I often joked that my goal was simply to come in 38th—that is, to be the last one admitted—and that I’d be thrilled with that result. In fact, given my grades throughout the year, I never would have imagined finding myself in first place a few months later.
I’d like to thank all my teachers and classmates in the Agrég prep program for their support and kindness, as well as my family and friends for their encouragement throughout the year. Finally, a huge thank you to Mr. Dubois, without whom I probably wouldn’t be writing these lines today.”

Crédits photo : Théo Durier.

clara.copin [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (COPIN Clara)

Clara Copin is a student at the École Normale Supérieure (ENS) Paris-Saclay, in the Department of Teaching and Research (DER) in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
She achieved top marks in the agrégation examination in Economics and Social Sciences in 2026. Congratulations!

Préparation à l'agrégation

Udo Nackenhorst, professeur invité au LMPS en 2026

sylvie.kemenovic — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:07:00 +0000

Udo Nackenhorst, Guest-Professor at LMPS at ENS Paris-Saclay sylvie.kemenovic Thu, 06/18/2026 - 15:28

His work at the ENS Paris-Saclay

During his stay he will give seminar lectures in the field of his expertise and a lecture series on Stochastic Finite Element Methods, one of his major research interests during the last decade. These lectures will be given in hybrid format, in presence for the ENS students and online for the German participants.

In addition, together with David Neron, he will discuss on novel research methods for more efficient numerical treatment of high-cycle fatigue, a topic which has been subject of a couple of common publications in the past. In particular, they will evaluate the future of the collaboration.

A long-lasting collaboration between the Hannover researchers and LMPS

There is a long-lasting collaboration between the Hannover researchers and LMPS lasting for more than 15 year now. In particular, this collaboration is underpinned by the International Research Training Group (IRTG) on “Computational Mechanics Techniques in High Dimensions” (CoMeTeNd) where Udo Nackenhorst and David Neron are the spokespersons.

The IRTG, a framework for structured doctoral education

The IRTG is a framework for structured doctoral education, the German Research Foundation (DFG) is funding 10 doctoral positions at the German side, who are complemented with the same number from the French side.
Thus, in total about 20 young scientists are research on novel numerical solution methods for the challenging topic with different field of engineering application.

In the framework of the IRTG each doctoral researcher is supervised at least by one German and one French PI.

« The IRTG is a wonderful framework for interdisciplinary research in intercultural teams. I love it to work with these young people on in cutting edge leading research, where the expertise from the French and German groups are joined. » précise Udo Nackenhorst

En 2026, quatre doctorants de Hanovre qui effectuent leur semestre obligatoire à l'étranger à l'ENS-Paris Saclay.

^{From left to right : Élise Foulatier, Leon Kolditz, Ramakrishnan Chandran, Jamal Bhatti et Christian Sellmann.}

Elise Foulatier, a French doctoral researcher who spend a couple of months in different German teams. Her research topic is on modular coupling strategies for high-performance computing of multi-physics problems.
« Undertaking a research visit at the University of Hanover has enabled me to collaborate with researchers whose areas of expertise differ from those covered at the LMPS. On a personal level, it has also introduced me to a different working method and research environment. »

Leon Kolditz, who is working in Hannover on space-time adaptive model order reduction with digital image correlation.
« The LMPS was incredibly welcoming; Amelie Fau showed me around and introduced me to everyone in the lab and all of them were curious about what I am working on. This collegial spirit carries over into the research as well, as PhD students work together in large shared offices and the professors are always ready to discuss whenever their doors are open. The overall atmosphere truly encourages open scientific exchange. »

Ramakrishnan Chandran, who is researching on reduced order modeling for adaptive space-time solutions for fluid-structure interaction.
« Having my French supervisor introduce me and my research to fellow students, professors, and collaborators—and learning about their work in return—creates a strong foundation for meaningful academic exchange and potential future collaborations.
The open office layout further enhances this experience by facilitating an engaging work environment. It encourages spontaneous discussions, quick feedback, and informal knowledge sharing, all of which contribute to sustained motivation. »

Jamal Bhatti, his research topic is on novel solution schemes for bio-films in porous media.
« My research stay in France has been an incredibly rewarding experience, largely thanks to the warm and welcoming community here. The collaborative and social environment among the researchers is truly special. I have loved the daily traditions we share, whether it is gathering after the coffee break to play games or heading out for lunch together as a group. The working conditions are also fantastic, and I particularly appreciate the spacious offices provided for the PhD students. Plus, I must admit, the Paris weather has been a wonderful upgrade from the weather in Hannover! Overall, everyone has been exceptionally friendly, making this a memorable and enjoyable visit. »

Christian Sellmann, who is researching on topology optimization via space-time virtual element methods.
« Guter Wissenschaftlicher Austausch in der ganzen "Fakultät" durch LMPS Seminar + Anschließendem Kaffee 2. Sehr familiäres und freundliches Forschungsumfeld. »

nackenhorst [at] ibnm.uni-hannover.de (Udo Nackenhorst)

david.neron [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (David Néron)

Publications

Research

Udo Nackenhorst is Professor for Mechanics and Computational Mechanics at the Leibniz University Hannover in Germany. His research topics cover non-linear solid mechanics and sophisticated numerical solution techniques with applications for example in contact mechanics, damage and fatigue mechanics, bio-mechanics etc. He is invited by Prof. David Neron at LMPS for the period from April 1st to June 30 2026.
For more than 15 years, researchers at Leibniz University Hannover and the LMPS have been working together, notably through the International Research Training Group (IRTG) on ‘Numerical Mechanics Techniques in High Dimensions’ (CoMeTeNd).

First IRTG 2657 international symposium on modeling and efficient computation …

Page du chercheur Udo Nackenhorst

Auditeurs libres pour les épreuves orales des concours 2026

lydie.varacavoudin — Mon, 04 May 2026 08:14:35 +0000

Auditors for the oral exams of the 2026 competitive examinations sylvie.kemenovic Mon, 05/04/2026 - 11:57

TERMS OF ACCESS

Auditors must:

report to the competition reception desk before entering the premises;
adhere to the schedule and instructions provided by the organizing teams;
behave in a manner that ensures the calm and quiet necessary for the exams to proceed smoothly.

Access may be denied or restricted in the event of overcrowding, organizational constraints, or failure to follow instructions.

Rules to Follow

To ensure fairness and confidentiality during the exams:

Communication with candidates is prohibited in the immediate vicinity of the exam rooms;
Photography, video recording, and audio recording are strictly prohibited;
Cell phones must be turned off or set to silent mode.

Practical Information

We encourage visitors to check this page regularly, as well as the information posted on campus throughout the oral exam period.

Access procedures may vary depending on the program and building in question.

Registration

B.U.T oraux, May 19–21, 2026: concours [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (please email your request to the exam department.)rel=" noopener" target="_blank"
Design oraux, May 26–29, 2026: concours [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (please email your request to the exam department.)rel=" noopener" target="_blank"
EG 1 oraux, June 1–5, 2026: download your ticket (billetweb)
PSI oraux, June 8–17, 2026: concours [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (please email your request to the exam department.)rel=" noopener" target="_blank"
MP & MPI, June 8–27, 2026: download your ticket from the Banques-Écoles website
PC oraux, June 15 to July 11, 2026: concours [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (please email your request to the exam department.)rel=" noopener" target="_blank"
BCPST, June 15–July 4, 2026: link coming soon
BLSES, June 15–July 3, 2026: link coming soon
Le Anglais, June 17–19: concours [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (please email your request to the exam department.)rel=" noopener" target="_blank"

_{Photo credit: Michel Denacé (RPWB)}

concours [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (Pôle concours)

Dans le cadre des épreuves orales des concours 2026, l'ENS Paris-Saclay accueille des auditeurs libres souhaitant assister à certaines interrogations orales. L'accès aux salles est autorisé dans la limite des places disponibles et sous réserve du bon déroulement des épreuves.

Inscription au Congrès junior pluridisciplinaire 2026

sylvie.kemenovic — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:32:00 +0000

Registration for the 2026 Multidisciplinary Junior Conference sylvie.kemenovic Fri, 03/20/2026 - 13:27

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Date of the Junior Conference: Thursday, May 28, from 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: ENS Paris-Saclay - 4 avenue des Sciences - 91190 Gif-sur-Yvette
Venir à l'ENS Paris-Saclay

Submission:

Call for submissions: until March 30, 2026
Feedback from the selection committee: April 27, 2026
Conference registration deadline: May 4, 2026

Are you a student in your third year of a bachelor’s degree (L3), first year of a master’s degree (M1), or second year of a master’s degree (M2) in any program at any of the constituent institutions, departments, or partner universities of Paris-Saclay University?
Come present the scientific objectives and methodology of your research project or research internship completed in 2025 or currently underway in 2026. Presentations may be individual or group presentations.

How can I participate?

Visit the conference website;
Download the Word and LaTeX abstract templates;
Fill out the participation request form provided and submit your abstracts (in English and French) as a single PDF file.
The abstract, approximately 20 lines long, should describe the project on which your presentation will be based. It must be submitted in French and English, and must include the title and keywords in both languages.

Please review the call for participation document.

If you are a researcher, professor, or faculty member, encourage your students to participate and feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the event.

cjp.mres [at] universite-paris-saclay.fr (L'équipe du congrès junior)

Diffusion des savoirs

Dissemination of knowledge

Student

Academic

Organized by the Graduate School of Research and Higher Education (MRES), this multidisciplinary junior conference aims to showcase research projects by students from all units of Paris-Saclay University.
Don’t forget to register to present your project by March 30, 2026!
See you at the junior conference on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM, at ENS Paris-Saclay.

Congrès junior 2026 de la Graduate school Métiers de la recherche et de l’ensei…

Une allocation de scolarité pour les normaliens et normaliennes étudiantes pour la rentrée 2026/2027

sylvie.kemenovic — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:29:12 +0000

A tuition allowance for students enrolled in teacher training colleges for the 2026/2027 academic year sylvie.kemenovic Wed, 01/07/2026 - 15:59

EvidENS is a concrete response to the challenges of diversity and attractiveness in academic careers. We want every student, regardless of their background or origin, to be able to devote themselves fully to their education and projects, without financial constraints. This is another step toward a more equitable and open school.

— Nathalie Carrasco, President of ENS Paris-Saclay

Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity at ENS Paris-Saclay (EvidENS)

Why EvidENS?

The ENS Paris-Saclay's mission is to train France's future scientific and academic elites in a spirit of openness and diversity. However, until now, only students recruited through competitive examinations (mainly after preparatory classes) have been paid as trainee civil servants. Other students selected through the “student route” do not receive systematic financial support, which can be a barrier to their commitment to the demanding course of study required to obtain the school's diploma.

A decisive step and a strong commitment to a more inclusive and attractive school

With EvidENS, the School is taking a decisive step forward:

A grant for all: from 2026, first-year students at the École Normale Supérieure will receive a grant of €600 per month, which can be combined with means-tested scholarships.
A commitment to diversity: by providing financial security for students, EvidENS makes it possible to attract talented individuals from less privileged backgrounds and a variety of academic backgrounds.

This is a strong commitment to the future that makes it possible to:

Secure studies by guaranteeing financial support throughout the school year for everyone;
Strengthen excellence by offering all students optimal conditions to devote themselves fully and serenely to their training and academic career;
Open the doors of the School to all talented individuals, regardless of their academic, socioeconomic, or geographic background, to dare to attend ENS Paris-Saclay;
Strengthen the attractiveness of ENS Paris-Saclay.

How does it work?

Target audience: École Normale Supérieure students
Amount: €600 per month, paid throughout the course of study.
Funding: the project is made possible by a redeployment of existing resources (previously dedicated to the competitive examination track in the second year), without increasing the school's overall budget.
Implementation:
- The scheme will be implemented gradually, starting with students entering their first year (1A) at the start of the 2026 academic year.
- From 2027, all students entering the school in their first or second year (1A and 2A) will be eligible for the allowance.
- Thus, at the start of the 2029 academic year, all École Normale students will benefit from the École Normale tuition allowance, representing approximately 600 beneficiaries.

A project rooted in the school's values

EvidENS is part of the republican tradition of ENS Paris-Saclay, which combines academic excellence, public service, and social openness. By guaranteeing financial support to all its students, the EvidENS allowance radically transforms study conditions and allows everyone to pursue their academic career with peace of mind. This financial security also promotes mental health and well-being, which are essential factors for success and personal fulfillment. With this project, the School reaffirms its role as a breeding ground for all talents, serving education, research, and society at large.

Next steps

Start of the 2026 academic year: launch of the scheme for École Normale students entering their first year (1A).
From the start of the 2027 academic year: all École Normale students entering their first year (1A) and second year (2A) will be eligible for the grant.

More information

secretariat.presidence [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (Présidence de l'ENS Paris-Saclay)

Starting in the 2026 academic year, ENS Paris-Saclay will introduce the Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity at ENS Paris-Saclay (EvidENS), a tuition allowance for all ENS students.
This unprecedented initiative aims to provide financial security for all ENS students and to enhance the attractiveness and diversity of the school. It represents a decisive step forward for equal opportunities and excellence at ENS Paris-Saclay.

Très bonne année 2026 !

sylvie.kemenovic — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:36:56 +0000

Happy New Year 2026! sylvie.kemenovic Mon, 01/05/2026 - 08:57

secretariat.presidence [at] ens-paris-saclay.fr (Présidence de l'ENS Paris-Saclay)

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All the teams and students at the École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay wish you a very happy 2026.

Lancement de l’Observatoire de l’égalité des chances en 2025

sylvie.kemenovic — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:25:58 +0000

Launch of the Equal Opportunities Observatory sylvie.kemenovic Wed, 12/17/2025 - 12:01

The Equal Opportunities Observatory aims to objectively assess recruitment measures for selective programs at the four Écoles Normales Supérieures and the Institut Polytechnique de Paris.

The context

In 2021, a report by the Institute for Public Policy (IPP) showed that, despite the social inclusion measures implemented by certain grandes écoles since the mid-2000s, recruitment for these programs had not changed significantly between 2006 and 2016.

Since the period covered by this study, several reforms have profoundly changed the landscape of higher education in France: the introduction of the Parcoursup platform in 2018, the reform of upper secondary education in 2019, the creation of “Talents du service public” preparatory classes, and the introduction by certain grandes écoles of bonus points in competitive entrance exams for candidates receiving social criteria-based scholarships.

The transformations of the last twenty years have profoundly changed the landscape of selective education programs; it is essential to be able to measure their effects objectively. This requirement is now shared throughout the ecosystem, and it is collectively that we can make progress. Institutions have been engaged in this work for a long time, but the creation of the Observatory marks a new stage: that of scientific, transparent, and cumulative evaluation, which will provide lasting insight into democratization policies.

— Thierry Coulhon, Chairman of the Executive Board of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris

Create a joint observatory for French grandes écoles

The observatory is the result of a collaboration between the Institut Polytechnique de Paris (IP Paris) and its six member schools (École polytechnique, ENSTA, ENPC, ENSAE, Telecom Paris, Telecom SudParis) and the network of “ENS” schools, the Écoles normales supérieures ENS – PSL, ENS Paris-Saclay, ENS Rennes, ENS Lyon).

It draws on the expertise of the Institut des Politiques Publiques (IPP) and the research teams of the founding institutions—in particular the Centre de recherche en économie et statistique (CREST - unité mixte de recherche, CNRS, École polytechnique, ENSAE) – which specialize in the analysis of selective education pathways and are equipped with data visualization tools to ensure that the results are disseminated in an accessible manner.

The scientific management of the project is coordinated by Julien GRENET, research director at the CNRS and deputy director of the Institute for Public Policy.

Understanding recruitment mechanisms to provide reliable, up-to-date indicators and levers for action

The Observatory will produce rigorous, transparent analyses based on several generations of students, providing the entire higher education and research ecosystem, and more broadly public decision-makers, with reliable, up-to-date indicators and levers for action.
It will shed light on the mechanisms that structure access to elite institutions in France and will support policies aimed at democratizing higher education.

The Observatory will take into account several aspects of recruitment:

Social background, geographical origin, educational profile, and gender;
diversity of fields of study: science, economics, literature, public/private, regional, degrees of selectivity.

It will analyze differences in access rates according to social, regional, and educational characteristics.
Long-term monitoring of students will identify the stages at which their trajectories diverge. Particular attention will be paid to post-baccalaureate choices based on APB and Parcoursup data.

Working with public actors

The Observatory will work in coordination with the national ecosystem, in particular with the Direction de l’Évaluation, de la Prospective et de la Performance (DEPP) and the Service de l’Information statistique et des études (SIES), whose data and expertise are essential to ensuring the robustness of analyses and understanding of educational dynamics.

A roadmap for sustainable results

Each year, the observatory plans to publish progress reports accompanied by updates and analyses, as well as the following outputs:

an interim report in the second year;
a final report in the third year;
thematic focus reports in the fourth year, including, for example, the representation of women in selective scientific fields.

The outputs will include reports, summary notes, academic publications, an interactive data visualization tool, and replication programs to ensure the transparency of the results.

Finally, the data collected will enable targeted experiments to be conducted

the identification of students with high potential for success in CPGE but who do not apply;
the identification of schools with the most significant gender gaps in career choices;
the implementation of awareness-raising actions aimed at encouraging high-achieving students from modest backgrounds to apply to the most selective programs.

A strategic resource for the governance of prestigious universities

The work of the Observatory for Equal Opportunities is also intended to become a strategic resource for the governance of IP Paris and ENS schools in their active policies to reduce inequalities.
Its work, designed to inform public debate and have a ripple effect, will result in scientific publications and help decision-makers and institutions better understand the dynamics of access.

Creating the conditions for genuine equal access to selective programs does not pose a risk to their excellence, but rather guarantees that they will not miss out on the great researchers and engineers of tomorrow. It is also a prerequisite for their full integration into the Republic. In line with the scientific approach, this new Observatory will enable us to build the observation and evaluation framework necessary to strengthen and accelerate the accessibility policies we are already implementing.

— Frédéric WORMS, Director of the École Normale Supérieure ENS-PSL

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The four Écoles normales supérieures (ENS Paris-Saclay, ENS Ulm, ENS Lyon, ENS Rennes) and the Institut Polytechnique de Paris are launching the Observatory of Equal Opportunities to analyze, document, and monitor access to the most selective programs in French higher education over time.