Quick Summary
Université de Lille is a public founded in 1559, located in Lille, France. Ranked #402 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 80000 students including 12% from outside France. Known for strengths in Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Chemistry, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strategic cross-border location in Northern Europe, comprehensive research facilities, and a vibrant student life in Lille.
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy & PharmacologyChemistryMedicineMaterials ScienceLife Sciences
Founded1559
TypePublic
Total Students80000
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio23
CampusUrban / Multi-campus
Campus Size700 acres
Affiliated HospitalsCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Lille (CHU)
AccreditationHCERES,CGE,EQUIS (IAE Lille)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#402
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,PhD,DUT,Engineering Degree,Health Studies
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
66
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
HCERES,CGE,EQUIS (IAE Lille)
Accreditation
04
Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Proficiency in French (DELF B2/C1) is essential for most undergraduate programs. Apply through Campus France (Etude en France) for non-EU students.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,770/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€9,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,770/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$110
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,370/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,PhD,DUT,Engineering Degree,Health Studies programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Management & Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Polytech Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Humanities | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$44,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
CNRSINSERMInriaDecathlonAlstom
Notable Alumni
Louis Pasteur,Jean-Luc Mélenchon,Martine Aubry
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
LUC (Lille Université Club) facilities
Student Clubs
150
Library Resources
Lilliad Learning Center Innovation
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available