335 private universities in France in 2026
The private universities in France offer often more specialised programs with personalised support and modern facilities.

335 private universities
France has private institutions bringing academic diversity and programs adapted to student needs and the professional job market.

ESGI School of Computer Science and Digital Technology
Computer science and digital school, offering programs from high school to Master’s in work-study.

Lille School of Journalism (ESJ Lille)
Recognized journalism school in Lille, training media professionals since 1924.

Paris School of Journalism (ESJ Paris)
Historic journalism school in Paris, training media professionals since 1899.

ESI School of Real Estate
Paris-based real estate school, work-study programs.

ESP School of Advertising
Historic school in communication, marketing, and advertising, founded in 1927.

ESRA School of Audiovisual Arts
Reference school in cinema, audiovisual, sound, and animation in Paris, Nice, and Rennes.

School of Image Consulting and Personal Styling
Training in image consulting and personal styling from Associate’s to Master’s.

Riviera School of Tourism and Hospitality
Nice-based school in tourism, hospitality, and event management from Associate’s to Master’s.

Paris School of Social Work (ETSUP)
Historic Paris-based school in social work, founded in 1911.

ESMA School of Applied Arts
Reference school in applied arts, 3D animation, video games, and design.

ESTA School of Technology and Business
School for business engineers and innovation managers, blending technology and management.

EST - School of Transport, Logistics and Supply Chain
Paris-based school specializing in transport, logistics, and supply chain.

ESB Wood and Forestry School
Nantes-based engineering school, expert in sustainable construction and biosourced materials.

ESCE International Business School
International business school training global business leaders.

ESCE International Business School
International business school for excelling in global business.

Digital School of Paris
Digital school offering programs from Bachelor’s to Master’s in work-study.

Perfumery School of Paris
Excellence in olfactory creation and luxury management training.

Travelling School of Cinema and Audiovisual Arts
Lyon-based school training professionals in cinema and audiovisual arts.

Tunon School of Law
Paris-based school offering law, legal management, and notary programs from Bachelor’s to Master’s.

Webstart School
School in IT, design, and digital marketing, project-based learning.

Creative Schools
Network of design, communication, and digital schools in 9 French cities.

Condé Schools
Network of schools in design, illustration, photography, and applied arts.

ECS Paris - School of Business and Strategy
Paris-based business and strategy school, focused on business and marketing.

ECV School of Visual Communication
Reference school in visual communication, graphic design, animation, and video games.
