Reform of University Access

Recent reforms in France aim to address the high dropout rates in public universities that have arisen from the guaranteed admission of all baccalaureate graduates. The previous system led to an unsustainable surge in student numbers, with many courses overwhelmed, resulting in random selection processes like lotteries for course placement. Under the new system, there will be a more structured approach to university admissions, allowing students to prioritize their top course choices rather than submitting numerous applications. This change is expected to streamline access to higher education and reduce the current inefficiencies in the selection process.