Quick Summary
Université de Poitiers is a public founded in 1431, located in Poitiers, France. The institution enrolls approximately 30500 students, with 15% being international. Known for strengths in Law, Chemistry, Geosciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a rich 600-year history with a vibrant student-friendly atmosphere in one of France's most affordable student cities.
Subject Strengths
LawChemistryGeosciencesArchaeologySport Sciences
Founded1431
TypePublic
Total Students30500
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus Size80 hectares (Main Campus)
Affiliated HospitalsCHU Poitiers (Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Poitiers)
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Research, France
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001–1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Licence, Licence Professionnelle, Master, Doctorate, Engineering Degrees, Diplôme Universitaire
Programs
8
PhD Programs
Limited selection of Master degrees in health and human sciences
Online Programs
30
Research Centers
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 Rate35%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit DELF or TCF (B2/C1) for French-taught programs. International students outside the EU must use the 'Etudes en France' portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,850/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,300/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,879/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidCROUS grants, Erasmus+ mobility grants, Regional scholarships
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Licence, Licence Professionnelle, Master, Doctorate, Engineering Degrees, Diplôme Universitaire programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Chemistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Sports Science (STAPS) | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Paleontology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$36,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh; many Master programs include mandatory 4-6 month internships
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with aerospaceenergyand chemical sectors in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region
Notable Alumni
René Descartes, François Rabelais, Francis Bacon, Joachim du Bellay
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
SUAPS (Service Universitaire des Activités Physiques et Sportives) offering 50+ sports
Student Clubs
120
Library Resources
14 specialized libraries, significant historical collection, electronic databases
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, BCI (Canada), and bilateral agreements with 40+ countries
Summer Programs
Available