Quick Summary
Based in Paris, France, Sorbonne University (Sorbonne Université) is a public with roots dating back to 2018. Ranked #63 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 55600 students including 18% from outside France. Known for strengths in Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, Marine Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
World-class research prestige, historic Latin Quarter location, and extremely low tuition fees for a top-100 global university.
Subject Strengths
MathematicsPhysics & AstronomyMarine SciencesArts and HumanitiesBiological SciencesMedicine
Founded2018
TypePublic
Total Students55600
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio15.2
CampusUrban/Distributed
Campus SizeMultiple urban sites
Affiliated HospitalsPitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, Hôpital Saint-Antoine, Hôpital Tenon, Hôpital Armand-Trousseau, Hôpital Charles-Foix
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (France)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#63
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#75
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#41
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Medical Degrees, Engineering Degrees
Programs
24 Doctoral Schools
PhD Programs
Limited (MOOCs available via FUN-MOOC)
Online Programs
115 Research Units, Institut Henri Poincaré, Institut d'Astrophysique de Paris
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (France)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPANot Available
GRENot required for most programs
GMATNot required for most programs
SATNot required
ACTNot required
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January to March (via Etudes en France)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Proficiency in French (DELF/DALF B2/C1) is mandatory for most undergraduate programs. Research-heavy portfolios are essential for Master's and PhD applications.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€170/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€13,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€243/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€14,213/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableEiffel Excellence Scholarship, Erasmus+, Sorbonne Foundation Scholarships, CROUS Grants
Avg Scholarship$1,300
Financial AidAvailable via CROUS (based on social criteria)
Work-StudyAvailable (Tuteur, Student Ambassador)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Medical Degrees, Engineering Degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Oceanography | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Philosophy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Literature | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Quantum Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Molecular Biology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with CNRS, INSERM, and major French corporations
Industry Connections
L'OréalTotalEnergiesSanofiThalesAXA
Notable Alumni
Marie Curie (Legacy), Pierre Curie (Legacy), Henri Poincaré, Jean-Luc Godard, Simone de Beauvoir (Legacy)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Limited (via CROUS and CIUP)
Sports Facilities
Sorbonne Université Sport Center, access to municipal Paris pools and stadiums
Student Clubs
Over 200 student associations (Music, Theatre, Debate, Sports)
Library Resources
20+ specialized libraries including the historic Sorbonne Library (BIS)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, 4EU+ Alliance, Global exchange agreements with 400+ universities
Summer Programs
Sorbonne University Summer University (Cycles in Humanities and Science)