Top Universities List in France 2025

France is known for its well-functional and accessible education system, with many universities consistently ranking among the top institutions globally. This attracts numerous international students and makes France a prominent choice for higher education abroad. Let’s explore the best public universities in France, the top universities in France for an MBA, and France public university fees in 2025 in this blog.

List of Universities in France

Here’s a list of some of the top universities in France:

Top Public Universities in France

France boasts several public universities recognized globally for their academic excellence and research contributions. Discussed below are some of the top-ranking public universities in France globally. 

Top Public Universities in France	QS Rankings
Universite PSL	World-24
Polytechnic Institute of Paris	World-38
Sorbonne University	World-59
Paris-Saclay University	World-71
Sciences PO	World-319
University of Paris	World-302
Grenoble Alpes University	World-294
Montpellier University	World-448

Top Universities for Bachelor’s in France

Universities in France offer various programs across various disciplines at affordable tuition fees. The following list contains some of the top public universities of France for Bachelor’s in 2025.

Top Universities for Bachelor’s in France	QS Rankings	Top-programs
University PSL	24	Particularly excels in the fields of science, engineering, and social sciences
Polytechnic Institute of Paris	38	Noted for its strong programs in mathematics and computer science
Sorbonne University	59	Provides numerous programs across various domains including, arts, humanities, and medicine
Sciences PO	319	Offers programs rooted in social and political sciences
University of Paris	302	Offers a diverse range of programs across sectors, including humanities, social sciences, and technology
Universite Grenoble Alpes	294	Provides exceptional programs in physics, computer science, and, Environmental science.

Top Universities for Master’s in France

Institutes in France offer several prestigious master’s programs. The following list contains some of the top public universities in France  for master’s in 2025:

Top Universities for Master’s in France	QS Rankings	Top-programs
University PSL	24	M.Sc. in Data Science M.A. in Philosophy
Polytechnic Institute of Paris	38	M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics M.Sc. in Energy and Environment Engineering
Sorbonne University	59	M.A. in History M.Sc. in Geosciences
Sciences PO	319	M.A. in International Relations M.A. in Political Science
University of Paris	302	M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering M.A. in Sociology
Aix-Marseille University	387	M.Sc. in Management M.A. in Cultural Studies

Top 5 Institutes of France for MBA

France is a heaven for aspiring business leaders. A Master of Business Administration(MBA) is among the most preferable master’s degrees among international students who want to study abroad. Explore the following list of the best universities in France for MBA in 2025:

Top 5 Institutes of France for MBA	QS Rankings
INSEAD	2
HEC Paris	9
ESCP Business School	21-50
EDHEC Business School	101-150
ESSEC Business School	20-50

France Public University Fees in 2025

In 2025, the France public universities fees remain relatively low for both European and non-European students due to government subsidies. The fee varies on the type of program. Tuition charges for the academic year of 2025/2025:

• €175 per year at the bachelor’s level
• €250 per year at the master’s level
• €618 per year in the schools of engineering
• €391 per year at the doctoral level

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FAQs

1. Which is the number one university of France?

Every university is best in its respective aspects. However, Paris Sciences et Letters(PSL) Research University Paris, is considered to be the best university of France due to its achievement, structure, and global recognition.

2. Which course is best in France?

 France is known for its several programs, some of which are:

• MBA Programs
• Engineering
• Culinary Studies
• Film Studies 

3. Which university is easy to get admission to in France?

There are several universities that are often considered easier for international students to gain admission, some of them are as follows:

• University of Paris
• University of Montpellier
• EDHEC Business School