Recognition of Prior Learning: Key Figures

Every year, a survey is conducted to compile statistics on candidates participating in the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process. From success rates to satisfaction rates, including the profiles of respondents, discover the major trends in RPL atUniversité Grenoble Alpes.

VAE (Validation of Prior Learning) at Université Grenoble Alpes in 2024

Admissibility

  • 50% of applications were deemed admissible.

Average duration of the VAE process

  • 19 months.

Judging Panel and Support

  • 29 people appeared before a VAE review panel.
  • 90% of the candidates who appeared before a panel were accompanied by someone.
  • 90% of the applications resulted in full approval, and 10% in partial approval (no applications were denied).

Candidate Profiles

  • Among the accredited degrees, master's degrees rank first, followed by professional bachelor's degrees.
  • 97% of applicants for the VAE are currently employed.
  • More women than men apply for the VAE.
  • The majority of candidates for the VAE are between the ages of 30 and 49.

Success Rate

  • 100% of the candidates who appeared before a VAE review panel in 2024 were awarded the targeted degree in full or in part.

Satisfaction Survey

  • 92% of respondents were satisfied or very satisfied with the general information available on the Université Grenoble Alpes website.
  • 100% of the candidates who received support were satisfied or very satisfied with this service.
  • 95% of candidates consider the resources provided to be sufficient.
  • 97% of candidates were satisfied with how the validation panels were conducted.
 
 
Published on July 11, 2025
Updated on January 20, 2026