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HEC Paris Rankings 2026

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HEC Paris University Ranking
HEC Paris Course Ranking
HEC Paris FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2025
HEC Paris QS Ranking 2026
HEC Paris Student Reviews

HEC Paris
University Ranking

More than 130 years old, HEC Paris is one of the top business schools worldwide. As per the 2017 Times Higher Education Alma Mater Index, one major distinction of HEC is that it has graduated more CEOs of Fortune Global 500 companies than any other school in Europe. By closely looking at the business courses rankings of major ranking providers, we can observe that it has been placed under the top 50 positions worldwide. It is one of the few business schools holding triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS).

Whether it is leadership, diversity, or employability HEC has been at the top of its class in most of the ranking indicator

HEC Paris
HEC Paris Course Ranking

HEC Paris offers a variety of UG and postgraduate programs for international students. Known for its academic rigour, the university courses in fields such as Business and Management Studies and Accounting and Commerce, are also highly ranked and top-rated globally. The Shiksha Popularity Ranking ranks HEC Paris courses in the field of Business and Management Studies at #2 in 2025. This ranking has witnessed improved trend in comparison to its 2025 ranking of #3.

University’s Accounting & Commerce courses are also ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking, at #24. Interestingly, these courses have also been recognized by QS from past few years. In 2025, these courses have been ranked by QS at #24, showing declined trend from its 2024 rank of #18.

Here are some of the top HEC Paris courses as per Shiksha Popularity Rankings 2025:

Course Category	2023	2024	2025
Business & Management Studies	#4	#3	#2
Accounting & Commerce	#18	#18	#24

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HEC Paris
FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
MBA	17	12	9
Master in Finance	2	2	5
Master in Management	1	2	2

HEC Paris
QS Ranking 2026

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
Accounting and Finance	18	24	– / –
Global MBA	5	6	5
Masters in Business Analytics	– / –	3	2

HEC Paris
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

40% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Academically oriented

Easy going

Friendly

Internships2.8

Part time work1

Post study jobs2.8

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.3

Value for money2.8

Public transportation3.8

Safety5

Indian Food2.8

Permanent Immigration3

Anonymous

Masters in International Finance - Batch of 2026

3.8

The university is good with great faculty and warm and friendly environment.

Tips: Before you join, you should know that the courses are very hectic, and you should always be more prepared than under-prepared. Also, there are various scholarships offered, and I got the Excellence scholarship worth 10000 Euros. Overall, I am satisfied with the course and the college.

Likes (Post study jobs): After graduating from HEC Paris, I was able to secure a work visa in France. I was also able to get a visa to work in the UK. Most UK companies sponsor visas for work. However, getting a work visa in any European country is not a hurdle. Jobs like Investment Banking, Equity Research, Sales, and Trading are common in my course.

Dislikes (Part time work): We can't do part-time work because the course is very hectic. Academics demand a lot of time; the rest goes into applying for summer internships. So it's advised to plan the budget accordingly and not rely on the income from the part-time. Part-time may be possible for other less hectic courses.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 80000

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2024Read more

Anonymous

MBA - Batch of 2024

2.7

Don't waste your time, money and energy in European colleges.

Tips: Before coming here students should know that it is hard to get post-study job opportunities for Indians unless they speak French. I even noticed an Indian French teacher who could not secure a job after his MBA from HEC. So learn French before coming here and choose wisely whether this is what you want to do. Besides, the city is very safe and secure. The college is located on the outskirts of Paris in a village called Jouy en Josas which is a great city so you can enjoy your time here.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2775

Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45875

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2024Read more

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Carmen Martinez

Masters in Marketing - Batch of 2024

3.7

It was an amazing and eye openning experience that changed my future.

Tips: Students should know HEC is not in Paris. Take advantage of the courses by actually taking the programme. Start applying to internships very early. Transition was fine, and no major cultural shock. Prepare yourself to meet people from all around the world who think differently from you. The university was very good, I enjoyed a lot the courses and the country as well.

Likes (Student Life): There are all kinds of clubs, and you can be as active as you want; it's a great way to meet people. The variety includes cultural, parties, sports, academic, and more. I enjoyed meeting people all the time. French courses are also important, as they are the best way to fully integrate.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer eating out as there are no kitchens in each room. Also, time is a constraint, as there are a lot of things going on all the time, and you want to go for the easiest option. Each building has its own kitchen. Cafeteria costs 6 euros per meal, and Gustav costs 12 euros per meal.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2125

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 42025

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025Read more

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Master in Management- Grande Ecole - Batch of 2024

3.6

There are no part-time opportunities available on campus.

Tips: I am who I am personally and professionally because of the things I've learned at college. From living by myself, putting myself out of my comfort zone, and managing my finances. You get shortlisted for scholarships once you've been admitted into the college, is there is no separate application as such. I got the women's high-potential scholarship upon admission, without even applying. However, for Indians, you can apply for the Eiffel scholarship, which is via the government, but I'm not too sure. Overall, I am 100/100 satisfied with the overall experience at the college.

Likes (Safety): There is enough security on campus, and more than that, you're always surrounded by your friends, living in the same/building across you. The campus is 35 km away from the city of Paris, so it is like a little bubble you're living in, with everyone studying at HEC Paris.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are no part-time opportunities available on campus. Additionally, the college does not permit part-time job opportunities because of the hectic academic schedule. Off-campus opportunities are also not feasible as public transport to and fro the campus takes an hour plus.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700

Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MBA - Batch of 2025

2.9

Good academics, poor career service, disappointing ROI - My HEC experience,

Tips: Have a clear idea about the role, industry, and location where you want to work. There are not many English-speaking job opportunities in Paris, and the same is true for many other European countries. The college has been increasing its enrollment consistently every year. It's a lot of investment, and apart from studies to an extent, college life, sports, etc., there's no other major value added or ROI. The most significant paint point is that the HEC Talent team, responsible for grooming you and helping you get jobs, is not very helpful. The quality of support, guidance, and talent events is below par. You have to do everything on your own. At the end of the day, all that matters is a job, and having such a bad talent team is just the same. They don't have enough corporate tie-ups. For a top college, they can have more connections in the corporate world. The job market and salaries in Europe are, anyway, depressed. The other most significant paint points are the French administration and language. They are slow, and the overall procedure of getting anything done is complex. Most professors are knowledgeable and highly qualified. There are nice things like Station F, CDL, etc., that help you explore beyond academics. The college campus is simply beautiful. The rooms are small, but that's okay. No restaurant on campus. No dinner is served in the cafeteria, only lunch. The sports facilities are nice. The MBAT tournament is fun. I would not recommend the college to anyone, simply because they don't groom you or provide enough support to get a job.

Likes (Safety): I've always felt safe on and around the HEC Paris campus. There are cameras at most entry points, with the exception, the hostel, the buildings, etc. There's campus security, which I think are 2-3 guards for a huge campus. The students are generally well-behaved, so there's no threat to security. I wouldn't say the college does anything exceptional or extra from a security standpoint. It's just safe in general.

Dislikes (Part time work): The HEC college is in a village 30 minutes from Paris. I found there are no part-time job options nearby. I don't know anyone MBAs or Master's students who work part-time. Some students do online work, but I found nothing physical in the area. I don't think it's possible to do any part-time work while in the MBA program. You just won't get the time.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 85000

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025Read more

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Does HEC Paris require IELTS?

Answered a month ago

International students should submit English language proof by sending the score of test like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and more. The English language requirements at HEC Paris is given below:

English Test	Score Required
IELTS	7 or above
Duolingo	135 or above
PTE	72 or above

Esha Tiwari

Contributor-Level 9

Can I apply to HEC Paris without GMAT?

Answered a month ago

No, student who want to study at HEC Paris can not apply for programs without GMAT score. They should score atleast 690 for MBA and over 700 for MIM. Also, students should have a UG degree from a university, and submit transcripts, a reference, recommendations, essay, English language requirements,

Mukul Thapa

Contributor-Level 9

What is the acceptance rate for HEC Paris?

Answered a month ago

An unofficial source says, the HEC Paris acceptance rate is 11%. This shows that the university is not lenient during admission and follows a tough process during admission. Some of thing the university consider while choosing students is the UG degree score or certificate, English language requirem

Nishtha Gupta

Contributor-Level 9

What are the HEC Paris entry requirements?

Answered a month ago

International students should have a UG degree from a university, and should submit all the documents like transcripts, recommendations, references, essay, English language requirements, and more. Students can check the table below for HEC Paris entry requirements:

MS requirements	MBA requirements
Academic transcripts	Transcripts
Passport-size photo	Passport
Reference	GMAT/GRE score
Resume	Professional work experience
GMAT/GRE score	Essays
English language requirements	Recommendations
	Resume
	Passport-style photo

Jiya Chauhan

Contributor-Level 9

Is HEC Paris free for international students?

Answered a month ago

No, HEC Paris is not free for international students. The tuition fees for PG programs range between INR 20L and INR 75L. Students can check the HEC Paris tuition cost for popular programs below:

Course	Tuition
MBA/PGDM	INR 22.65 L - 75.24 L
MS	INR 20.32 L
M.Sc.	INR 22.65 L - 45.61 L

Akansha katariya

Contributor-Level 10

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