The French government has announced a new reform aimed at changing how students access health-related studies, which will take effect starting in the 2027 academic year. This reform will replace two existing programs, the PASS (Parcours d'accès spécifique santé) and L.AS (Licence d'accès santé), which were introduced in 2019 to help students gain entry into medical and health-related fields. These programs were designed to provide an alternative route for students who did not initially qualify for direct entry into these competitive programs. The Ministry of Higher Education confirmed the details of the reform during a press conference focused on the 2026 academic year. The new system is expected to streamline the process for students interested in health studies, potentially making it more accessible or structured differently than the previous programs. The reform reflects ongoing efforts to adapt higher education policies to meet the needs of students and the evolving healthcare sector. The specifics of the new reform have not been fully detailed in public information, as the rest of the article is reserved for subscribers. However, the government's decision to implement this change highlights its commitment to reviewing and updating educational pathways in response to feedback and changing demands in the healthcare field. This reform is part of a broader discussion about the accessibility and quality of higher education in France, particularly in highly competitive disciplines like medicine and public health. As the 2027 academic year approaches, more details are expected to be released to guide students and institutions through the transition.