France — Ranking
6 best universities in France in 2026
Ranking based on the average of the three main global rankings: Shanghai (ARWU), Times Higher Education and QS.
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Paris - PSL University
Average rank: #39
No. 1Paris - PSL University
Academic and scientific excellence in Paris: elite programs.
MathematicsEconomics+15
Public
2,902 EUR/yr
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No. 2Sorbonne University
Academic excellence in Paris: sciences, humanities, medicine, and cutting-edge research.
MathematicsEconomics+15
Public
2,902 EUR/yr
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No. 3University of Strasbourg
Multidisciplinary excellence at the heart of Europe: research and extensive programs.
Environmental SciencesMathematics+18
Public
2,902 EUR/yr
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No. 4Aix-Marseille University
Largest Francophone university: multidisciplinary education and research in Provence.
Human ResourcesInternational Business+21
Public
2,902 EUR/yr
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No. 5Paris-Saclay University
Global excellence hub in research and higher education, heart of French innovation.
Civil EngineeringMathematics+17
Public
2,902 EUR/yr
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No. 6University of Grenoble Alpes
Global excellence hub in Grenoble: innovative research and unique Alpine setting.
Civil EngineeringMathematics+20
Public
2,902 EUR/yr
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