Joining the school

ESNAM is open to students who take an entrance exam every three years. The next competition will be held in April 2027 for the 15th school year (2027-2030).

Candidates must be aged between 18 and 26 on 30 June of the year of the competition. They must hold a baccalauréat or equivalent foreign qualification and have at least one year’s professional or pre-professional artistic experience (theatre, circus, dance, visual arts, etc.): proof of training at a conservatoire (CDR, CRR, CEPIT, etc.), in a professional school or training course or in preparation for the school entrance exam, work placements or work in a company, etc. in France or abroad; please note that holding a baccalauréat with a specialisation in ‘Theatre’ is not sufficient to provide proof of one year’s theatrical experience.

Applicants of all nationalities are eligible, provided they are fluent in French (B1).

Waivers of the age and diploma limits may be requested. These are examined by an internal committee.