ESSEC Business School vs EDHEC Business School

Frequently asked

Is ESSEC Business School or EDHEC Business School ranked higher?

On the Financial Times 2025 Masters in Management ranking, ESSEC Business School places #10 and EDHEC Business School #14, so ESSEC Business School ranks higher. A few places on one table rarely settle the decision, though — programme fit, location and cost usually matter more than the gap.

Which is more affordable, ESSEC Business School or EDHEC Business School?

Tuition is €38,500 (Intensive 1yr) – €79,000 (Flexible 2yr Singapore) at ESSEC Business School and €44,700 at EDHEC Business School. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Cergy versus Lille, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.

Which has higher graduate salaries, ESSEC Business School or EDHEC Business School?

ESSEC Business School reports the higher graduate salary ($119k) against $109k at EDHEC Business School. Treat headline salary figures as indicative: they reflect each cohort's industry mix and how the school surveys alumni as much as raw earning power.

Do you need the GMAT for ESSEC Business School or EDHEC Business School?

ESSEC Business School generally looks for around 620–710; EDHEC Business School generally expects a GMAT or GRE. Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.

Should I choose ESSEC Business School or EDHEC Business School?

There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Cergy, France versus Lille, France), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.