Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in France
We compared 138 universities in France — typical tuition is ₹8.85 L a year.
Universities138
Typical tuition₹8.85 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹9K – ₹28.65 Llowest course fee
Cities60
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Best Universities in France
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 138 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris-Saclay University | Gif-sur-Yvette | — | ₹28K | 118 |
| Polytechnic Institute of Paris | Palaiseau | — | ₹7.91 L | 38 |
| University of Grenoble Alpes | Grenoble | — | — | 30 |
| 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 |
| University of Bordeaux | Bordeaux | — | ₹28K | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in France?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Paris-Saclay University, Polytechnic Institute of Paris, University of Grenoble Alpes, Grenoble INP - Grenoble Institute of Technology, University of Lille. 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 70 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹8.85 L a year, ranging from ₹9K to ₹28.65 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in France?
IMT Atlantique has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹9K a year.
How many universities are covered?
138 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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