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Location

Université Paris Cité headquarters, Paris France

Ranking

# 300QS World University Rankings

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101Undergrad & Postgrad Programmes

International

22 % International students

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About Université Paris Cité

Université Paris Cité is an omni-disciplinary, research-intensive, internationally renowned university delivering high-quality education and world-leading research.

With 68,000 students and 4,800 teacher-researchers, Université Paris Cité is France’s leading multidisciplinary, research-intensive university. Located across some twenty campuses with an exceptional heritage in Paris and its inner suburbs, the university offers one of the most comprehensive and ambitious educational offerings, including a wide range of international joint degrees and programmes taught in English

At the heart of a global network of knowledge and innovation, Université Paris Cité is a social impact university, committed to Planetary Health: healthy beings, in healthy societies, on a healthy planet.

Dedicated to supporting and welcoming international students, Université Paris Cité has been awarded the "Bienvenue en France" Label. Thanks to its Welcome Desk and its Be Our Guest platform, international students receive assistance with administrative formalities, housing, and healthcare throughout their studies.

As a research-intensive institution, Université Paris Cité leverages a unique ecosystem of 117 laboratories and 22 doctoral schools, which ranks the university 5th in the world as a source of innovation (Clarivate 2025).

To find out more information about the university, please visit its social media accounts: Facebook; Instagram; Bluesky; YouTube; Linkedin; Tiktok.


About Université Paris Cité

Université Paris Cité is an omni-disciplinary, research-intensive, internationally renowned university delivering high-quality education and world-leading research.

With 68,000 students and 4,800 teacher-researchers, Université Paris Cité is France’s leading multidisciplinary, research-intensive university. Located across some twenty campuses with an exceptional heritage in Paris and its inner suburbs, the university offers one of the most comprehensive and ambitious educational offerings, including a wide range of international joint degrees and programmes taught in English

At the heart of a global network of knowledge and innovation, Université Paris Cité is a social impact university, committed to Planetary Health: healthy beings, in healthy societies, on a healthy planet.

Dedicated to supporting and welcoming international students, Université Paris Cité has been awarded the "Bienvenue en France" Label. Thanks to its Welcome Desk and its Be Our Guest platform, international students receive assistance with administrative formalities, housing, and healthcare throughout their studies.

As a research-intensive institution, Université Paris Cité leverages a unique ecosystem of 117 laboratories and 22 doctoral schools, which ranks the university 5th in the world as a source of innovation (Clarivate 2025).

To find out more information about the university, please visit its social media accounts: Facebook; Instagram; Bluesky; YouTube; Linkedin; Tiktok.


Available programmes

University information

To find out more about the admissions criteria and process for international students, take a look at the Campus France website.   Additional information is also available here.

The registration criteria at Université Paris Cité are outlined on the Campus France web site. The information will give you an overview on how to apply to a French university, depending on your personal situation as a student.

Université Paris Cité invites the most talented international students to enroll in certain master’s programs in order to encourage them to stay in Paris and prepare their doctorates. Information can be found here. For more information on scholarships here.

Financial programs are also available for PhD students.  

Learn about aids and grants here.


General

5.5+

Bachelor

90+
5.5+

Master

79+
6+

Université Paris Cité’s main office is located at 85 boulevard Saint-Germain in the sixth district of Paris. You can find out more about the sites and campuses from the fifth to 18th districts of Paris here. 

The university has 21 libraries, innovative collaborative work stations like the Fablab co-working space, sport facilities and activities.  Université Paris Cité also organises cultural events and has partnerships with cultural institutions in Paris.  

The alumni network at Université Paris Cité is a community of over 500, 000 of former students.   Current students can benefit from experiences of alumni having completed their studies and can take advantage of opportunities, internships, work-study programs or first jobs. They can connect with each other on the alumni platform.

Université Paris Cité has a welcome desk for international students to support their arrival in Paris with administrative formalities, housing, financial assistance, and guidance counselors happy to help throughout your studies.     

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Student life

There are more than 120 student associations at the university in almost every subject of your choice, including psychology, networking, pharmacy, music, environment, sport and more.  

The university organises a Welcome Day to celebrate the arrival of new international students (22 percent of the student body). There is also an international week to discover more about different countries.  

Université Paris Cité  welcomes desk supports students in finding housing, handling administrative formalities and by providing them with practical information during their time in Paris.  

Many restaurants offer discounted prices for students and the university provides cafeterias on campus. Most of the students usually live off campus.   

Cost of Living

Accommodation
$8,870
Food
$4,660
Transport
$1,090
Utilities
$3,230

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

Employability

There is a career service called POP. It organizes many meetings between students and professionals across a number of fields and industries. There are workshops to help students prepare their CV/Resumé, job interview or develop their professional network.

The alumni network is a substantial one with more than 500, 000 graduates. with graduation ceremonies organized in all faculties.


Rankings & Ratings

Université Paris Cité is one of the top public universities in Paris, France. It is ranked #300 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

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