Quick Summary
Situated in Montpellier, France, Université de Montpellier is a public established in 1289. Ranked #345 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 51000 students including 15% from outside France. Known for strengths in Ecology, Agricultural Sciences, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest universities in the world with a global leadership position in Ecology and a vibrant Mediterranean lifestyle.
Subject Strengths
EcologyAgricultural SciencesPharmacyLawBiological SciencesMedicine
Founded1289
TypePublic
Total Students51000
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio15.5
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban campuses spread across the city
Affiliated HospitalsCentre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Montpellier
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Research, France
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#345
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151-200
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy
Programs
10
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
MIVEGEC, MARBEC, LIRMM, IES, ISEM
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education and Research, France
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 15 (International), April 30 (Domestic)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong proficiency in French (C1 level) is essential for most undergraduate programs. International students should apply through 'Etudes en France' procedure.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,770/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€9,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,770/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€13,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableEiffel Excellence Scholarship, Erasmus+, CROUS Bursaries
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidCROUS social grants based on income
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ecology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Evolutionary Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Sport Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong links with regional biotech and agritech hubs
Industry Connections
CNRSINRAEIFREMERSanofiDell
Notable Alumni
Nostradamus, François Rabelais, Paul Valéry, Jean-Jacques Régis de Cambacérès
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (CROUS residences)
Sports Facilities
Veyrassi stadium, swimming pools, tennis courts, SUAPS centers
Student Clubs
Over 150 student associations spanning arts, sports, and tech
Library Resources
6 University Libraries (BU) with massive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, BCI (Quebec), MAUI (USA), AEN (Australia)
Summer Programs
French as a Foreign Language (FLE) summer sessions