Quick Summary
Université Paris-Nanterre is a public founded in 1964, located in Nanterre, France. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 34000 students including 16% from outside France. Known for strengths in Law, Modern Languages, Psychology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Proximity to Europe's largest business district, legendary history in the May 1968 movement, and prestigious faculty in Law and Humanities.
Subject Strengths
LawModern LanguagesPsychologyPhilosophySocial SciencesEconomics
Founded1964
TypePublic
Total Students34000
Intl Students16%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusUrban/Self-contained
Campus Size27 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (France)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors, Masters, PhDs, University Diplomas (DU), DUT
Programs
6
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
43
Research Centers
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 Rate25%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A strong French proficiency (DELF/DALF B2-C1) is crucial for most programs. For Master's programs, emphasize professional goals and relevance of previous study through the Mon Master portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,850/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€14,200/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,879/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€17,050/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$7,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors, Masters, PhDs, University Diplomas (DU), DUT programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Political Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Performing Arts | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong proximity to La Défense business district facilitates connections with multinational corporations.
Notable Alumni
Emmanuel Macron, Nicolas Sarkozy, Christine Lagarde, Dominique Strauss-Kahn, David Guetta
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic swimming pool, sports halls, climbing wall, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 60 student associations
Library Resources
La Contemporaine and the Main University Library (one of the largest in France)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, MICEFA, CREPUQ, BCI
Summer Programs
Available