Quick Summary
Since 1957, Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon (INSA Lyon) has been one of France's prominent public (grande École)s, based in Villeurbanne. Ranked #405 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 6200 students including 28% from outside France. Known for strengths in Engineering - Mechanical, Computer Science, Materials Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier French Grande École, top-tier industry links, and a unique 'Humanist' approach to engineering education.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - MechanicalComputer ScienceMaterials ScienceEnergy
Founded1957
TypePublic (Grande École)
Total Students6200
Intl Students28%
Faculty Ratio11.2
CampusUrban
Campus Size173
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationCTI (Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur), EUR-ACE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#405
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Engineering (Preparatory Cycle), Diplôme d'Ingénieur (Master in Engineering), MSc, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
23 research laboratories (including LIRIS, MATEIS, CITI, LMFA)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
CTI (Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur), EUR-ACE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 20, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high performance in Mathematics and Physics. Demonstrated interest in social sciences and humanitarian values is a strong plus for the 'Humanist Engineer' model.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€618/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€9,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€618/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$105
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€10,513/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableEiffel Excellence, Erasmus+, CROUS, INSA Foundation Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$3,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Engineering (Preparatory Cycle), Diplôme d'Ingénieur (Master in Engineering), MSc, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering and Urban Planning | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Energy and Environmental Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,500
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory international internship and industrial placements included in all engineering cycles
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with MichelinVolvo GroupSchneider Electricand Saint-Gobain
Notable Alumni
Marc Lassus (Founder of Gemplus), Jean-Christophe Péraud (Cyclist), Elyes Fakhfakh (Former PM of Tunisia)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
High-level sports center, swimming pool, tennis courts, rugby pitches
Student Clubs
130+ clubs including 24 Heures de l'INSA, Forum des Entreprises
Library Resources
Marie Curie Library (24/7 access during exam periods)
Exchange Programs
200+ partner universities across 50 countries
Summer Programs
Innov@INSA (Smart Cities and French Language focus)