Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities for a Bachelor's Degree in France
We compared 37 universities in France — typical tuition is ₹9.79 L a year.
Universities37
Typical tuition₹9.79 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹27K – ₹22.83 Llowest course fee
Cities20
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Best Universities for a Bachelor's Degree in France
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 37 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grenoble INP - Grenoble Institute of Technology | Grenoble | — | ₹30K | 27 |
| University of Lille | Lille | — | ₹8.85 L | 24 |
| Centrale Nantes | Nantes | — | ₹11.06 L | 22 |
| Sorbonne University | Paris | — | ₹27K | 22 |
| Aix Marseille University | Marseille | — | ₹4.29 L | 21 |
| PSL University | Paris | — | ₹28K | 17 |
| Ecole Polytechnique | Paris | — | ₹6.64 L | 13 |
| University of Lorraine | Nancy | — | ₹4.17 L | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in France?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Grenoble INP - Grenoble Institute of Technology, University of Lille, Centrale Nantes, Sorbonne University, Aix Marseille University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in France?
Across 34 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹9.79 L a year, ranging from ₹27K to ₹22.83 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in France?
Sorbonne University has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹27K a year.
How many universities are covered?
37 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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