Admissions

Master of Science X-HEC Entrepreneurs

The Master of Science École Polytechnique -HEC Entrepreneurs welcomes high potential students and recent graduates from around the world. An initial selection is based on the evaluation of all application elements. Pre-selected students are then invited to a challenging interview (on Skype or on campus).

Master of Science X-HEC Entrepreneurs

The profile we value

Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an international institution

The MSc X-HEC Entrepreneurs welcomes applications from candidates of all nationalities. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in any discipline and demonstrate a minimum B2 level in both English and French. Previous professional experience is not required but may be considered an asset.

Application process

The two-phase selection process

The selection is a 2 phase process:

A first selection is made based on the evaluation of your application and supporting documents.
The pre-selected candidates will then be invited for a face-to-face or Skype interview.

How to apply**

Supporting documents to be uploaded before the application deadline:

Degree certificate(s) or current enrollment certificate
All official academic transcripts obtained in a higher education institution (exchange programs included) with official GPA
Résumé (CV)
English language proficiency test score report (TOEFL or TOEIC (all four parts required: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing) and or IELTS or Cambridge). Please note that, no minimum pass score is required to apply. This test is waived only for the following:
- English natives (please upload a scan of your passport)
- Students who have earned a degree from an institution in which ALL instruction is conducted in English. The official language of the degree program has to be stated in the degree certificate or its supplement, or in the transcript of records
Motivation essay
Passport-style photo
Non-refundable application fee of €150.
2 completed online reference forms (at least one should be filled out by a professor)
- Reference letters must be submitted by the application deadline for each round.
- We recommend asking for references at least four (4) weeks before the application deadline.

Please note that a B2 level in both English and French is recquired.**

As a bilingual English/French program, the MSc X-HEC Entrepreneurs requires a minimum B2 level in both languages. Some courses and field missions take place in French-speaking professional environments, making proficiency in both English and French essential to fully engage with the program and benefit from all learning opportunities.

Admission calendar

APPLICATION DEADLINES NO LATER THAN:

Round 1: Not available for this program
Round 2: December 12th, 2025 at 12pm (noon) CET
Session for École Polytechnique students: February 13th, 2026
Round 3: February 19th, 2026 at 12pm (noon) CET
Round 4: April 9th, 2026 at 12pm (noon) CEST
Round 5: May 28th, 2026 at 12pm (noon) CEST

ADMISSIBILITY RESULTS NO LATER THAN*:

Round 1: Not available for this program
Round 2: January 22nd, 2026
Session for École Polytechnique students: February 27th, 2026
Round 3: March 16th, 2026
Round 4: April 29th, 2026
Round 5: June 11th, 2026

ADMISSION RESULTS NO LATER THAN 6pm (CEST) ON*:

Round 1: Not available for this program
Round 2: February 16th, 2026 at 6pm
Session for École Polytechnique students: March 24th, 2026
Round 3: April 8th, 2026 at 6pm
Round 4: May 27th, 2026 at 6pm
Round 5: June 24th, 2026 at 6pm

The intake will take place on September 1st 2026 on Campus.

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