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Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture-PSL
Created in 2001, the Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture – PSL is a young institution rooted in a long tradition of architectural education on the historic site it shares with the Beaux-Arts de Paris, opposite the Louvre. Part of the Ministry of Culture’s network of 21 architectural schools, it prepares nearly a thousand students each year, at the bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and HMONP levels, to become community-engaged, intellectually active, and professionally independent architects.
With a strong research focus supported by three laboratories, the school promotes critical thinking and redefines architectural practice through an open, international approach. It has over 70 global academic partnerships and benefits from its central Paris location, enabling rich collaborations with major cultural institutions. Since 2020, it has been a partner of Paris Sciences & Lettres University, enhancing its training, research, and outreach activities. As of 2025, the Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture – PSL is fully integrated component of the PSL-University.
Eligible Programs for Lafayette Fellows
The eligible program for Lafayette Fellows is a one-year visiting scholar stay at the school.
Architecture
Admissions Information
The application calendar for the Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture-PSL runs in parallel with the Lafayette Fellowship application.
- Applicants should hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Art and Design.
- Candidates must submit an application package only through the Lafayette Fellowship application platform, including a CV, cover letter, and portfolio. Once your Fellowship application is submitted with the aforementioned materials, it will be sent to the Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture-PSL selection committee, who will select the students admitted into their respective programs.
- Please note that additional information or documents may be requested by the school.
Reminder: The awarding of the Lafayette Fellowship is conditional upon admission to one of the eligible partner institutions. Applicants must complete both the Lafayette Fellowship application and apply to one program at one of the partner institutions.
