The Paris Fashion School
About the School
Location
15 Rue Boissiére,
75016 Paris • France
t +33 1 86 26 10 55
paris@istitutomarangoni.com
School Opening Hours:
Wintertime (Oct - Jun)
Monday to Friday • 8:00am to 8:00pm
Saturday • 8:00am to 5:30pm
Summertime (Jul - Sept)
Monday to Friday • 8:00am to 6:30pm
A quick overview of Academic Calendar
Intake October 2024
Classes period
Term 1: from 7 October to 30 November
Term 2: from 13 January to 15 March
Term 3: from 31 March to 31 May
- Exam sessions:
Assessment T1: from 9 to14 December
Assessment T2: from 24 to 29 March
Assessment T3: from 10 to 14 June - Holidays:
1st of November All Saints’ Day
11th of November Armistice Day
From 16 to 31 December
From 1 to 12 of January
From 21 to 27 April
1st of May (Labour Day)
8th of May (Victory in Europe Day)
29th of May
9th of June
Intake February 2025
- Classes period:
Term 1: from 27 January to 22 March
Term 2: from 31 March to 31 May
Term 3: from 9 June to 1 August - Assessment period:
Assessment T1: from 24 to 29 March
Assessment T2: from 2 to 6 June
Assessment T3: from 4 to 8 August - Holidays:
From 21 to 27 April
1st of May (Labour Day)
8th of May (Victory in Europe Day)
29th of May
9th of June
From 11 to 22 August
Below you can find the school's common rules to create a better and safer environment for all students:
For security reasons it is mandatory to sign in and sign out with your badge every time you enter and exit from School.
In the classrooms, at the library and in the common areas it is not allowed to eat and drink, except for water. Please be mindful of your responsibility in our shared spaces: do not write on whiteboards, projector screens, or desks.
When you finish class, please make sure to take all your belongings with you, as well as materials used for patternmaking.
Spaces at the Cafeteria are designed for eating, but if you need a space for studying you are free to make use of the library or ask for classroom availability to the school staff at the Front Desk.
It is strictly forbidden to stand in groups in the fire escape stairs by the lifts.
It is not allowed to leave your baggage and personal belongings at the reception.
It is not allowed to bring animals in class, unless authorized. The same holds for friends and relatives.
The use of the elevator is a service shared by all, so we kindly ask you to not exceed the maximum capacity when using it.
Smoking rules: you can smoke only in the dedicated areas.
Moreover, we would like to suggest 2 common rules that apply to all of us: keeping windows open and ventilating spaces might be of help in maintaining a healthy environment; sustainability is at the core of the school: turning down the thermostat can have a huge impact on the environment and on our carbon footprint.
Library
Using Istituto Marangoni library to access several learning resources that will support your academic journey.
Click here https://library.istitutomarangoni.com/HeritageScripts/Hapi.dll/search1 to access the Heritage Catalogue.
If you need any additional help and information from the library, please contact: library.paris@istitutomarangoni.com
Summer Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Rest of Academic Year: 9:00am – 8:00pm
Opening time
Library 48 Rue Mironmesnil First Floor / New address15 Rue Boissière - RDC
Mon - Thur: 9.00am - 8.00pm
Fri- 9.00am-5.00pm
Saturday-Closed
Consult books
You can freely consult books in the library, please make sure once you have consulted the books or magazines to put them back on the shelves and not leave them on the tables.
Borrow books
You can borrow up to 4 volumes at a time for up to 3 days. You can refer directly to the librarian's desk to record the books you borrow. Please note that after 3 days if the book is not returned you will receive an email reminder, please make sure to give back the book on time.
Read Ebooks
Search on Heritage the book title, click on the e-book version, click on Read me, click on Read Online
Study
You can go to the library for free-study sessions, you do not need to reserve your spot.
Photocopy
You can buy digital credit for your prints directly at the librarian desk, do not forget you have to bring your USB flash drive to print
(Note 5€ = 50 copies B/W or colors; 10€ = 100 copies B/W or colors)
Labs
Shooting studio at school
The studio is reserved for Styling students only, students can use the studio 48 hours in advance (upon reservation only).
Students, or the chosen photographers can use the following materials:
- the white, grey, or black backdrop.
- the lights
Time for using: please verify whilst reserving the studio
Pattern Making
Time for using: Please verify with your Tutor at the start of your term.
For special period, the opening time will be different, the notification will be sent to your I’M Society APP
Sewing machines
The lab is usable only with the supervisor of the Pattern Making technician.
Time for using: please verify with your Tutor at the start of your term.
International SOS
Istituto Marangoni partnered with International SOS.
International SOS offers a portal (and app), dedicated to all students of Istituto Marangoni 24/7: not only an easy way to find useful numbers and contact information, but also good advice for traveling abroad.
- Medical assistance and support: students are offered an unlimited telephone consultation with the dedicated school staff;
- Advice and alert system: the platform is activated in the event of a crisis and provides immediate response when an emergency occurs. It includes a multi-modal communication option to enable prompt assistance.
Please note that International SOS does not replace your health insurance. All services will be made available to you in your native language, so that no barriers can keep you from feeling safe and protected.
You can contact them at this number t +33 1 55 63 29 32 and indicate your membership ID as Istituto Marangoni student which is 302241908776
We listen · SEN Tutor
Psychological well-being can be achieved by maintaining a positive outlook on life by developing effective coping strategies to reduce and manage stress, and through accepting and exploring oneself. For this reason, Istituto Marangoni offers a SEN tutor to its students with a dedicated counseling desk: mental health is crucial, even more so for students who are far from home.
Appointments will be held once a week on Wednesdays (by reservation only).
You can contact the service at: o.coppin.tutor@istitutomarangoni.org
Helpful links:
- Emergency services (police, ambulance, fire): 112 (24/7)
- Multilingual Online Resource Centre for victims of domestic abuse and gender-based violence: www.womenforwomenfrance.org (24/7)
- Helpline for victims of domestic abuse and gender-based violence: 3919 (24/7)
- Is the stress of Parisian life getting you down? You do not know anyone at your school or university? You would like to confide in fellow students, or simply talk about the last movie you went to see? Our helpline is here for you.
- https://www.nightline.fr/en/paris
- In addition, Nightline has created a website, https://www.soutien-etudiant.info/, available also in English, which for the first time lists all the psychological support and listening services for students throughout France.
KNOW YOUR NUMBERS
To help you in case of social and psychological difficulties, you can easily get in touch with a support structure. Here are a few useful phone numbers to know: https://www.campusfrance.org/en/psychological-assistance-for-international-students
National phone number dedicated to student assistance t: 0 806 000 278
This number is available from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and is tax free. Use it to contact a counsellor who will provide you with all information regarding assistance from the CROUS.
https://www.etudiant.gouv.fr/fr/solliciter-une-aide-d-urgence-361
Terrapsy - Psychologists without borders t: 09 82 25 62 45
Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 12:30 and 1:30 pm to 5 pm
Free call and services.
Dialogue and psychological assistance for any individual made fragile or isolated by the lockdown. Dialogues in French, English and Arabic.
http://www.terrapsy.org
Croix-Rouge Ecoute:
t: 0800 858 858, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 6 pm or t: 09 70 28 30 00, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm – Call and service free of charge.
Psychological assistance and supportive delivery
https://www.croixrouge.fr
Nos-actions/Action-sociale/Ecoute-acces-aux-droits/Croix-Rouge-Ecoute- service de soutien-psychologique-par-téléphone
(accessible to deaf or hard of hearing individuals)
WEBSITES AND MOBILE APPS FOR YOUR WELL-BEING
Many websites and mobile apps will help you feel good. Here are a few recommendations:
Pure consciousness, yoga and relaxation:
- 10-min Body Scan Mindfulness Practice (Lying Down) with Angie Chew
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWPCJ_hOlXk - 10-Min yoga to improve your sleep, to be practiced... in bed!
- Respire lax+: Free Android app to find peace and relaxation in just a few minutes.
- Respirotec: free app available on the Playstore. The app helps you integrate the Heart Coherence technique to manage stress, reduce anxiety and regulate emotions.
Sports practice:
- Bougezchezvous: the Ministry of Sport’s portal to help you integrate physical activity into your daily life
https://bougezchezvous.fr/ - Food diet: Develop your culinary skills by joining the community of student chefs
- https://www.cuisine-etudiant.fr/
Student's email, student's platform One Login and IM Society App
As an Istituto Marangoni student you have a Student ID, which you can find among your admission documents, and a reserved online platform – One Login – to access your student's intranet and a personal email account: from the moment your classes start, you must use this account only (the e-mail address is created as: StudentID@istitutomarangoni.org). Please check your account frequently, as it will be used to send all messages and updates about the school.
Moreover, IM SOCIETY App is available for download on iOS App Store and Google Play Store, to have at hand your student badge, course timetable and for any useful tips about the School. Let us remind you to set your smartphone timezone to the Parisian timezone in order to correctly see the timetable on the IM SOCIETY App. Please note that there are 2 switches in a year, from daylight saving time (summer time) to solar time (winter time), starting from the last Sunday of October (clocks go back 1 hour) and vice versa, in late March (clocks go forward 1 hour). Your timetable will adjust automatically, class time remains the same from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM.
Softwares
As an Istituto Marangoni student, after logging in to your OneLogin portal you will have exclusive access to these softwares and platforms to facilitate you during your studies:
- BlackBoard Ultra: online learning platform used in all Istituto Marangoni Schools; the go-to platform to enhance that students' academic experience share academic materials throughout the year.
- WGSN: used by the world’s leading brands, designers and retailers to help them plan and trade their products. With this platform you will have access to reports and predictions to the long and short-term trends in consumer behaviour, retail, marketing and business strategy across 14 fashion product categories.
- Simplicity: Istituto Marangoni provides tailored support to businesses looking for new talent through its Career Service. With Simplicity you can easily get in touch with our Career Service, upload your resume, and keep your career profile up to date, and access exclusive career advisory service to enter the job market
- Virtual Lab: with Virtual Lab you will have access to fashion design software programs that will allow you to create virtual, true-to life garment visualization with cutting-edge simulation technologies and so much more: some of the programmes you will find are Autodesk, 3D Studio Max, and CLO3D.
- IM OpenAthens: online resourcing platform used in all Istituto Marangoni Schools; With this platform you will have access to reports, ebooks, market data and so on, to facilitate your study in the fashion, art and design fields.
- Adobe Suite: a comprehensive collection of industry-leading software applications used for creative design, digital content creation, and multimedia production. It includes tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, providing professionals and students with powerful solutions for graphic design, photo and video editing, web development, and more. Please refer to this guide to download and set-up all the software included for Istituto Marangoni students among the Adobe Suite.
What if I need a certificate?
Please follow these steps to contact them effectively:
- Prepare the Required Information: gather all necessary details, such as your student ID, full name, and any relevant course information, as this will help streamline the process.
- Check the Requirements: review the specific requirements for the certificate request. This may involve knowing the type of certificate needed (e.g., graduation certificate, enrolment verification, etc.).
- Contact Method: use the preferred method of communication (email):
- Clearly state your request for the certificate.
- Mention why it is needed, such as for employment, further education, or personal records;
- Provide the required information (student ID, full name, etc.);
- Attach any additional documents they may have requested.
- Timeline and Follow-up: ask about the expected timeline for processing the certificate and how you will receive it (via mail, in-person pick-up, or digitally).
- Confirmation: once you receive the certificate, confirm with academic services that the request is complete.
- Being clear and concise will help academic services process your request more efficiently.
How can I monitor my attendance?
You can contact academicservices.paris@istitutomarangoni.com
How can I get some experience in the field, during events or similar?
In particular, during Fashion Weeks, companies might ask for free support from students. It is a great opportunity for you to gather experience in the field and make yourself known. If you are interested in collaborating as a dresser during Fashion Week, keep an eye on the app: we will send you a notification as soon as a new opportunity opens up.
Here are some basic guidelines:
Dress code: total black, comfortable clothes and shoes, as you will be running around a lot;
Punctuality: be on site a little earlier than the actual call time;
English: you must speak English fluently, as it is the most common language spoken backstage;
Listen closely to the instructions from the producers and the designers;
A fashion company counts on you: once confirmed, don’t miss the event. It is a matter of professionalism.
Keep in mind that this is a volunteer experience and not attending class while participating will not be justified. Please check carefully your timetable before applying.
Usually, the Fashion Weeks in Paris take place during: January for Menswear F/W collections; February for Womenswear F/W collections; June for Menswear S/S collections: September for Womenswear S/S collections
How can I fill in the Evaluation Questionnaires relative to my course?
Istituto Marangoni would like to hear more about your study experience: for this reason, we kindly ask you to fill out a survey at the end of each term/semester and give us your honest feedback.
Please check the video guide.
You will receive an email on your account istitutomarangoni.org in which you will find a link that will directly address you to the questionnaire page.
You can also find the planned questionnaires on your Student Portal under the section "Questionnaires".
We promise it is short, and it will help improve everyone's experience in the future.
Some technical suggestions:
Please be sure you do not open any other window for browsing and/or use any software. Complete and send your answers considering that you will need 3-5 mins to fill in the questionnaire.
Your questionnaire is correctly sent when you reach the confirmation page.
Your answers will then be elaborated in an anonymous and aggregated way, with the only purposes of improving the services offered by our Institute and will be processed respecting privacy laws currently in place.
How and when to apply for Cross School experience?
According to our policy, “Istituto Marangoni Cross-School Experience” is the opportunity for three-year students to apply to pursue studies in a different School (in the subsequent academic year to attend the same course). Please note each year the Cross School policy is published around January.
How to enroll for next Academic Year of a 3-year study path?
Each year to progress with your enrolment to the subsequent year of study you will be asked to provide the following payments within these deadlines:
- Enrollment Fee (due annually): before the end of June
- Tuition Fee: before the end of July
What is the online admissions platform? By using the Online Admission platform, it is possible to apply for an Istituto Marangoni academic course, following the online procedure (except for payment via bank transfer): you can fill out the admission form, pay via credit card and upload the receipt; for payment via bank transfer, it is possible to upload the required documents and have access to all the enrolment documents.
What are the advantages of applying online? The online procedure allows taking, in one ‘virtual space’, all the necessary steps for your application monitoring the progressing of your request, having access to all the documents and certificates of your application.
Who can I contact if I cannot register? For technical issues with the registration, please contact our technical support, sending an e-mail to ao-support@istitutomarangoni.com and describing the problem in detail. For any other support on the application procedure, do not hesitate to contact the Admission Office of the School you are applying for.
I have already attended Istituto Marangoni and I want to apply for a new course. Should I insert my student details? If you are a former Istituto Marangoni student, you must register as an existing student, inserting your student ID and the e-mail address registered during your first enrolment. In this way, your data is extracted and available in your admission form. Please, remember to communicate any change of personal data to the Admission Office for approval.
Through the online procedure can I apply for the following years or my course? No, with the Online Admission platform, it is possible to apply only for the first years of academic courses.
I have already enrolled in a course, but I want to change to another one. How do I do this? It is possible to request to change the course chosen directly from your profile, by clicking at the bottom of your profile on the “change course” button.
Such a request will be reviewed by the admission office of the school within 10 working days.
In the case it is accepted, the advancement (uploaded docs and any payments made) relative to the previous enrolment will be transferred to the new enrolment; further documents and a supplementary payment may be required.
Inserted the wrong data into my application, how can I modify it? If the application has already been sent, it is impossible to modify it. You have to contact the Admission Office of the chosen School to proceed with the necessary modifications.
I cannot complete the payment by card, what shall I do? The main causes of error during the payment process are the following:
- the monthly expense limit of your credit card may not be sufficient to pay the amount; you can check with your bank or the institution that issued your credit card;
- the page was closed or you left the page before the payment confirmation (the entire procedure was not completed).
We remind you that you can also complete the payment via bank transfer, in this case, remember to print the pro forma with all the details and to deliver it to your bank to proceed with the payment (pay attention to the reason for payment to make sure the payment is associated to your application). You will have to scan the receipt and upload it in the ‘payment’ section.
You will receive confirmation e-mail after payment verification by the Admission Office.
I cannot upload a document, what can I do?Make sure your popups are activated and try changing browser; if the problem persists, please write to ao-support@istitutomarangoni.com describing the problem in detail (write, if possible, the browser you used and send screenshots of what you visualise on the screen).
One or more sent documents state “refused” what does it mean? The Admission Office makes sure that all the documents are aligned with the requested standard and with the admission requirements; if they are not, the office rejects the documents sending an explanatory message, to your personal area. At this point, you will have to upload a new document, aligned with the request. Should you need further information and/or need support, do not hesitate to contact the Admission Office of the School you applied for.
I have not received any response on the sent documents, what shall I do? Make sure you have sent all the uploaded documents correctly (in the ‘Documents’ section you should not see the ‘upload document’ button of the document you attend confirmation for, the document will result as ‘pending’); we also remind you that after uploading, you must click on ‘send’ at the bottom of the page.
The Admission Office can give feedback on the documents in a few working days.
Support services
In here you will have an overall picture about faculties and staff duties, as well as each department’s responsibilities:
- The School Director is the highest rank at School and supervises the work and activities of all staff, both administrative and academic;
- The Director of Education supervises the academic experience and represents the faculty of Istituto Marangoni;
- Programme Leaders are members of the academic management team. They coordinate tutors in terms of programme delivery and monitor processes and procedures to make sure the school’s high-quality standards are met. You can refer to your Programme Leader for support in your academic career, as well as to highlight issues or provide suggestions on how to improve the programme;
- Faculty members, including teachers and tutors, will support you all the way through your educational journey;
- The Student & Academic Services and Quality Assurance welcome students, organize teaching and assessment sessions, process academic performance of students, provide information about school policies and regulations, organize pastoral resources and support for students with specific educational needs;
- IM Life Services are here to support you in all and for your non-academic needs. They can advise you in terms of your needs in the city, whether it be visa, social security and housing questions, or even what to do in your neighborhood, IM Life is here to support you along your journey as member of our community in France;
- The Career Service supports students and alumni, offering guidance at every step of their career journey, providing practical advice and helping the students connect with the industry;
- The Library provides fashion and cultural research materials and academic resources and guidance about bibliographical research and academic practice;
- The IT Office provides support to access the Onelogin platform and any other student login and software-related issues;
- The Admissions Office provides dedicated assistance during the application processes, visa support and any pre-arrival needed information;
Get in contact with the school
To provide all students at the Paris School of Fashion with dedicated and complete support, there are several ways that you can reach us in case any need you may have during your school experience, dedicated access points to facilitate your daily life, connect you with the right department and make sure that you get feedback in the shortest time possible:
- via email at reception.paris@istitutomarangoni.com
- via phone t +33 147 20 08 44
Discover the city
Please find below some essential information about life in Paris, how to organize your arrival, how to move around the city, the most important documents and procedures you need to know about as an international student in Paris, as well as any useful information for your everyday life in France. Discover more https://www.istitutomarangoni.com/en/get-ready-to-start-your-journey-paris
How do I apply for a study visa?
If you are a first-time student here in France, please speak with the Admissions department about how to go about applying for a visa from your country of origin. If you are a current student, please do not hesitate to contact the IM Life department to ask about the ways in which you can renew your visa.
Is Istituto Marangoni Paris Fashion School a safe place to stay?
Paris is generally regarded as a safe city. However, like any other destination, it is advisable to exercise caution and take necessary precautions when traveling abroad, whether it is in Paris or elsewhere around the globe. As a student of Istituto Marangoni, you can rest assured knowing that you have access to dedicated support services provided by International SOS, which you can find detailed information about in the Health & Assistance section. This ensures that you can enjoy your time in Paris with peace of mind, knowing that assistance is readily available should you need it.
Housing / Accommodation online
When it comes to finding housing solutions, it is important to exercise caution, especially when relying on listings found on social media platforms. While some listings may appear promising, there is often a higher risk of encountering scams or unreliable sources when dealing with advertisements on social media.
Therefore, to ensure the safety and reliability of your housing arrangements, it is advisable to seek assistance from reputable agencies that specialize in housing accommodations. These agencies typically have a vetting process in place for listings and can provide you with trustworthy options that meet your needs and preferences.
Accommodation
To help you find your ideal accommodation away from home, Istituto Marangoni Paris has partnered with housing agencies Studapart, Paris Hospitality and Blueground with different solutions according to your needs. By contacting them, you will be able to pick from a wide choice of short and long-term housing options.
General information about the lease to be signed:
Renting an apartment in Paris often involves some paperwork. It is crucial to carefully review the lease agreement before signing it to safeguard your rights and ensure you're getting a fair deal. This is why we highly recommend seeking assistance from IM partners – they are equipped to guide you through this process.
Typically, landlords in Paris request a security deposit equivalent to 3 months' rent, along with 1 month's rent paid in advance. The lease agreement may include the cost of heating and utilities. If so, it's advisable to request that the landlord itemize these expenses at the end of the year, providing you with a clear breakdown of actual costs.
Following the signing of the lease, either the landlord or the tenant must register the contract. In case you wish to terminate the rental contract, you will need to send a formal letter, typically two months before vacating the property.
Istituto Marangoni’s IM SchoolMates play an important role representing Istituto Marangoni Paris: you will work together with the IM Life team to guarantee a positive impact on students’ well-being and make student experience at Istituto Marangoni and in the city of Paris richer and complete.
The SchoolMates group is an inclusive community of peers, welcoming any Istituto Marangoni student who wishes to apply, join and propose new activities as well. For further information, please do not hesitate to refer to the Reception desk or to the IM Life Office.