France — university guide
The 792 universities in France in 2026
An informative guide to the 792 higher education institutions in France: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
792
Universities
457
Public
335
Private
#39
Best ranking
Paris - PSL University
245 EUR
Min bachelor fee
64
Programs
Bachelor fee range in France
Based on the 787 universities in France that published their fees.
Min245 EURMax120,470 EUR
Universities in France: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
457
Public universities
The public institutions in France
457universities
335
Private universities
The private institutions in France
335universities
6
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
6universities
787
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
787universities
792
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
792universities
64
Programs
Fields offered in France
64programs
List of universities in France in 2026
792 universities listedESCOM
Private5 5 programs· Engineering school specializing in chemistry and materials, training industry experts through work-study and projects.
ESCP Business School
Private7 7 programs· World's oldest business school, founded in 1819, with a network of European campuses and excellence programs.
ESDES Lyon Business School
Private8 8 programs· Recognized Lyon business school training future leaders with international and human approach.
ESEO
Private6 6 programs· Generalist digital engineering school training experts in IT, networks, and data science.
ESG - Schools of Commerce and Management
Private7 7 programs· Paris school of commerce and management offering recognized programs in commerce, marketing, finance, and management.
ESIEA
Private6 6 programs· Engineering school specializing in digital, training experts in cybersecurity, AI, IoT, and data science.
ESIEA
Private6 6 programs· A leading engineering school specializing in digital technology, training experts in cybersecurity, AI, IoT, and data science across multiple campuses.
ESIEE Amiens
Private5 5 programs· Engineering school, member of UniLaSalle group, training experts in IT, aeronautics, and engineering.
ESIEE Paris
Private6 6 programs· Recognized engineering school training digital, energy, and embedded systems experts with strong international dimension.
ESIGELEC - Rouen School of Engineering
Private5 5 programs· Rouen engineering school training versatile experts in digital, energy, and mobility with work-study and international focus.
ESITC Metz
Private4 4 programs· Engineering school specializing in building and public works with excellence training and guaranteed integration.
ESITC Paris
Private4 4 programs· Engineering school specializing in BTP and civil engineering, delivering excellence Bac+5 programs accredited by CTI.
ESLSCA Business School Paris
Private6 6 programs· Parisian school offering management and strategy programs from Bac+3 to Bac+5, in initial or work-study.
ESMA - Higher School of Artistic Professions
Private4 4 programs· Reference school training talents in 3D artistic professions, animation cinema, and video games.
ESME
Private6 6 programs· Generalist engineering school focused on innovation and entrepreneurship, training tomorrow's tech leaders.
ESME School of Engineering
Private6 6 programs· A multidisciplinary engineering school focused on innovation and entrepreneurship, training the technological leaders of tomorrow.
ESMEP
Private4 4 programs· Higher school specializing in events, production, and management offering Bac+3 to Bac+5 programs.
ESMETT
Private3 3 programs· School specializing in tourism, hospitality, and catering offering Bac+3 to Bac+5 programs with professional immersion.
ESMOD International
Private3 3 programs· Pioneering private school in fashion, clothing design, and fashion business.
ESO Paris - Higher School of Osteopathy
Private3 3 programs· Private Parisian school of excellence in osteopathy and clinical research.
ESPAS
Private5 5 programs· Private school in Lille and Paris specializing in biosciences and business.
ESPOL - European School of Political and Social Sciences
Private4 4 programs· Private bilingual school in political science and international relations.
ESSCA School of Management
Private9 9 programs· Recognized business school training future leaders with innovative programs and strong international dimension.
ESSEC Business School
Private9 9 programs· Business school of academic excellence and innovation with campuses in Paris, Singapore, and Rabat.