Quick Summary
Université Paul Sabatier Toulouse III, in Toulouse, France, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1969. Ranked #580 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 30000 students including 12% from outside France. Known for strengths in Physics, Astronomy, Space Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 30%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A leading European university in space sciences and health, located in the heart of the aerospace industry hub.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsAstronomySpace ScienceMathematicsBiological SciencesEngineering
Founded1969
TypePublic
Total Students30000
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio15.2
CampusUrban
Campus Size124 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsCentre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Toulouse
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (France)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#580
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, DUT, Engineering degrees
Programs
6 doctoral schools covering all scientific fields
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
IRAP, LAAS-CNRS, IPBS, CBI, ITP
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 Rate30%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on strong scientific background and French proficiency (B2/C1). For international students, use the Études en France (Campus France) procedure.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,770/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€10,200/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,770/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€14,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableEiffel Excellence Scholarship, CROUS, Erasmus+, Regional Grants
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable through CROUS and university social services
Work-StudyAvailable (Apprenticeships and student jobs)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, DUT, Engineering degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Astrophysics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Health Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Sports Science (STAPS) | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Chemistry | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Airbus, CNES, and Thales Alenia Space
Industry Connections
Aerospace ValleyCNRSINSERMIRD
Notable Alumni
Pierre-Gilles de Gennes (Nobel Prize connection), Jean-Louis Etienne
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (CROUS residences and private options)
Sports Facilities
Large sports complex, swimming pools, tennis courts, gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Over 100 student associations
Library Resources
6 specialized libraries, massive digital repository
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, BCI, MAUI, Utrecht Network
Summer Programs
French as a foreign language (FLE) and scientific seminars