Information about the entrance exam is updated on the Parcoursup website: parcoursup.gouv.fr
Entrance Exam
STEP 1: Review of Academic Record (provided by high schools)
To be invited to the motivation interview, the school ranks applications based on the average grades obtained in ‘Première’ (Year 12) and ‘Terminale’ (Year 13) in:
- Scientific subjects (general track) or Mathematics (technological track)
- Philosophy
- History-Geography
- First foreign language
- Specialty subjects
- Final French Baccalaureate grades
All specialities are considered. The school does not recommend any specific choice among specialities available to high school pupils, whether in the general or technological streams. However, an option or speciality in Visual Arts is recommended.
STEP 2: Personal Work Portfolio (submitted by the applicant)
After the academic ranking, selected applicants will receive an email (April 8) inviting them to log in to the school platform and upload a portfolio before April 10, 11:59 PM.
PORTFOLIO: A PDF file of up to 5 pages
The portfolio may include work done in high school, preparatory classes, workshops, or independently. It should reflect the applicant’s skills and interests: digital work, 3D images, drawing, sketches, video*, photography, illustration, painting, sculpture, models, etc.
Video: You must include a link to a platform like Vimeo (ensure the account is set to “public”) to avoid large file sizes.
File name: LAST NAME First name_portfolio_DEEA
STEP 3: Motivation Interview
The interview will be conducted online by two teachers who are professionals in design, art, or architecture.
Applicants will have an individual interview and must use both their letter of intent and portfolio to explain their academic project.
Special attention will be given to:
- Motivation for studies in architecture, art, and design
- Curiosity and open-mindedness
- Interest in digital, ecological, technological, societal, and creative issues
Eligible applicants must book their interview slot via Parcoursup.
Also check the FAQ Foire aux Questions !.
Application Process
Participation in the entrance exam requires:
- Completing your application and confirming your choice on Parcoursup before April 1, 2026 – 11:59 PM
- Paying the application fee (€60 – non-refundable) via Paybox or bank transfer. (If paying by transfer, please upload proof from your bank and include your full name in the payment reference when confirming.
- -Submitting your portfolio before April 10, 2026 – 11:59 PM
* On April 8, 2026, you will receive an email with instructions to upload your portfolio and the visual test file on the school platform.
Interview Details
You can select your interview time slot directly on Parcoursup
- Interview dates:
- April 15–17
- April 27–30
- May 4–5, 2026
- There are no interviews on public holidays or weekends
You are advised not to wait before choosing your time slot.
Please make yourself fully available and avoid scheduling other appointments beforehand.
Please make sure to log in at the scheduled time and ensure a stable internet connection before the interview. We would appreciate your remaining reachable by phone or email during the interview period.
For further information, email: inscription-deea@esad-orleans.fr
or phone +33 2 38 79 24 67
Practical Information
Language of instruction: French
Required level for international students: DELF B2
Entrance exam fee: €60 (non-refundable)
Annual tuition fees: €830 (€475 for scholarship students)
Bank Details
Bank: TPORLEANS
Account holder: ETS REC EPCC ESAD ORLÉANS
Transfer reference: Admission commission/applicant’s name
IBAN: FR76 1007 1450 0000 0010 0106 312
BIC: TRPUFRP1
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