University leaders oppose Parcoursup removal

University presidents and higher education directors in France have warned that removing the Parcoursup platform is not a solution to the challenges in higher education. France Universités, representing 117 public institutions, stressed that the platform should not be confused with the reduction of resources, which has caused tensions in university admissions.

Student demands and government response

Students have long demanded the abolition of Parcoursup, but the government has repeatedly rejected this. President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged during meetings with high school students that a "fundamental reform" of the platform is needed, even though Parcoursup has undergone improvements since its creation in 2018.

Parcoursup not to blame for capacity issues

France Universités clarified that Parcoursup is not responsible for the lack of capacity in popular fields like health or for the limited opportunities for students with technical or professional baccalaureates. The association also noted that improvements in transparency and processing speed are still possible.

Government to address student demands soon

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is expected to announce initial decisions on student demands soon. Meanwhile, the number of students in French higher education is projected to rise by 0.8% in the 2026 academic year, reaching 3,075,000 students, with a further 0.6% increase expected in 2027.