Post-baccalaureate guidance: Parcoursup 2026, instructions for use

Parcoursup, a multi-stage process

Parcoursup is not just a simple registration platform. It is a gradual process that spans nearly ten months, allowing applicants to gather information, submit their preferences, build their application, and then receive and decide on admission offers.

Key points: Parcoursup runs from December to September, in five main stages.

Get informed, submit your preferences, finalize your application, follow the main admission phase, then, if necessary, the supplementary phase.

Parcoursup 2026: key dates you shouldn't miss

There are eight key dates in the Parcoursup year. Knowing them means you can avoid last-minute stress and give yourself time to build a strong application.

• December 17, 2025: opening of the Parcoursup platform. Discovery of all the courses listed and initial thoughts on your study plans.
• January 19, 2026: Registration opens and preferences can be submitted Create a Parcoursup account and enter your initial preferences.
• March 12, 2026: deadline for submitting preferences. No new preferences may be added after this date.
• April 1, 2026: deadline for confirming preferences and finalizing applications. A detailed training plan, Avenir form, and additional sections must be completed.
• June 2, 2026: Start of the main admission phase. The first responses from institutions are communicated.
• June 11, 2026: opening of the supplementary admission phase. Possibility to submit new preferences for programs that still have places available.
• July 11, 2026: end of the main admission phase. Last day to accept an offer under this framework.
• September 10, 2026: end of the additional phase. Last opportunities to enroll in a training program for the start of the academic year.

Each admission proposal must be responded to within a specific time frame, generally between 2 and 5 days. Vigilance is therefore essential. 

From discovery to commitment

Between December and March, candidates gradually move from reflection to action. They analyze training programs, compare educational content, expectations, career opportunities, and learning methods.

In a context of rapid transformation of professions, now is also the time to focus on training programs that prepare students for the technological, economic, and societal challenges of tomorrow, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence and data.

The Grande École Program at aivancity on Parcoursup

Available on Parcoursup, the aivancity Grande École Program is aimed at candidates who want to give meaning to technology and become responsible players in AI and data.

Designed as a true learning ecosystem, the program combines academic teaching, real-world projects, international exposure, and strong professionalization on the Paris and Nice campuses.

His teaching method is based on a unique hybrid approach, combining:

• artificial intelligence and data,
• understanding of business issues,
• ethical and responsible thinking.

Building a strong Parcoursup application

Success on Parcoursup depends as much on the coherence of the project as on academic results. The application file includes, in particular:

• report cards and the Avenir form,
• extracurricular experiences and activities,
• the training project, written for each preference.

The latter is a key element: it allows you to explain your background, your motivations, and the reasoning behind your choices. A clear, personalized, and sincere essay can make all the difference, especially for selective programs.

After the answers: staying in control of your choices

Between June and July, the main admission phase requires responsiveness and discernment. Waiting lists change daily, and decisions must be made quickly.

In the absence of a satisfactory proposal, the additional phase, open until September, offers a second chance to enroll in a program that is consistent with one's plans.

A foundational step in career guidance

Parcoursup is a marathon, not a sprint. By managing your schedule effectively, anticipating your choices, and taking the time to develop a plan that aligns with your aspirations, you can approach this stage with confidence.

For those who wish to train in useful, responsible, and reality-based artificial intelligence, Parcoursup 2026 marks the beginning of the journey.

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