International student guide to France.
a globally respected european study destination with historic universities, specialist grandes ecoles, and strong public transport links across major student cities.
Studying and finding housing in France
studying in france gives international students access to research led public universities, specialist business and engineering schools, and student life shaped by dense urban trans[...]
france offers a mix of CROUS residences, private student residences, shared apartments, and homestays. demand is especially intense in paris, lyon, and toulouse before th[...]
Explore student cities
Paris
15+ unisa dense global capital for arts sciences business and public policy with campuses spread across metro connected districts
Lyon
8+ unisa major French student city combining research universities business schools and an efficient metro tram and river corridor layout
Toulouse
6+ unisa high growth aerospace and engineering hub with large student populations warm southern culture and practical tram and metro links
Marseille
5+ unisa vibrant Mediterranean port city and France's second largest metropolis blending historic architecture with modern research infrastructure
Montpellier
4+ unisa dynamic southern university city known for medicine life sciences research and a youthful energetic student centered urban environment
Bordeaux
3+ unisa historic Atlantic port city renowned for wine business education and elegant urban design with strong public transport infrastructure
Lille
4+ unisa northern gateway city connecting France to Belgium and the UK via rail with respected business schools and technical universities
Nice
2+ unisa glamorous Côte d'Azur resort city and academic hub famous for coastal living research institutions and Mediterranean climate
Strasbourg
3+ unisa historic border city and European hub with renowned universities bike culture and strong Franco-German cultural integration
Grenoble
3+ unisa mountain gateway city and major research hub for engineering and science with excellent cable car tram and bus networks
Start near your campus
Sorbonne University
55,000+ students
Sciences Po
15,000+ students
PSL University
17,000+ students
University of Lyon
50,000+ students
University of Toulouse
40,000+ students
Aix-Marseille University
65,000+ students
University of Montpellier
48,000+ students
University of Bordeaux
35,000+ students
University of Lille
42,000+ students
Université Côte d'Azur
28,000+ students
University of Strasbourg
42,000+ students
Université Grenoble Alpes
58,000+ students
Plan the move, not just the room
Use these guides to prepare for visas, budgeting, arrival, and accommodation decisions before you fly to France.
Understanding Your 2026 Student Visa Financial Mechanics
Plan your document trail, financial seasoning periods and biometric appointments perfectly so you do not miss your intake date.
How To Structure Your Cash Flow As An International Student
Build an ironclad monthly plan for rent, food, transport and emergencies.
Getting From The Arrival Terminal To Your Room Safely
Make your arrival seamless with a tactical first journey plan straight from the baggage claim.
How To Read Your Tenancy Agreement Without Getting Trapped
Review the hard legal terms before signing a binding contract for student housing abroad.
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