Université Paris-Saclay

Université Paris-Saclay

Gif-sur-Yvette, France

"Public University in Gif-sur-Yvette"

Public University Comprehensive 🌐 www.universite-paris-saclay.fr https://www.universite-paris-saclay.fr/en

At a Glance

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Ranking #76 (QS)
PSW VISA 2 years (APS)
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About Université Paris-Saclay

Universite Paris-Saclay was created in 2019 and is a public research university on the Plateau de Saclay south of Paris, covering science, engineering, medicine, law and economics. About 24% of its students are international.

Rankings & Recognition

#76
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #76 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=70 in QS 2026).

Ranked #76 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=70 in QS 2026).

Accreditations & Memberships

Public University

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Université Paris-Saclay's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 75.30#1
Employer Reputation 99.40#1
Faculty Student Ratio 99.90#1
Citations per Faculty 42.40#1
International Faculty Ratio 45.90#1
International Student Ratio 72.70#1
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Key Facts

2019 Founded
Public University Type
Gif-sur-Yvette Location

Popular Programs

Sciences Engineering Medicine and Health Law and Economics Life Sciences

Application Details

Application Route Online via school admissions
Intakes September

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Long-stay student visa (VLS-TS)
Post-Study Work 2 years (APS)
Green Card Pathway Talent Passport (skilled work)

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship Eiffel / Charpak scholarships

Career Outcomes

92% Placement Ratio
2 years (APS) Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Academic Staff — Student-Staff Ratio — —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

Universite Paris-Saclay is based in Gif-sur-Yvette, France.

Campus Details

4 campuses - Gif-sur-Yvette

Campus Forecast

Oceanic climate: mild winters and warm summers

Student Life & Housing

Housing

CROUS residences and private rentals in Gif-sur-Yvette

Dining

Campus restaurants and nearby cafes

Health & Wellness

French student social security covers medical care

Activities & Clubs

Student clubs Sports teams Cultural festivals

Diversity & Demographics

International Students approx. 24%

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition - Bachelor's (non-EU) approx. EUR 2,900 / year
Tuition - Master's (non-EU) approx. EUR 3,950 / year

Intakes & Deadlines

Universite Paris-Saclay admits international students in September. Dates differ by programme, so check its admissions pages.

Scholarships at Université Paris-Saclay

2 scholarships available

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All Levels

Eiffel Excellence Scholarship

Master/PhD Monthly allowance + travel

Deadline: Ask counsellor
All Levels

Charpak Scholarship

Bachelor/Master Partial support, Indian students

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate High-school diploma or equivalent. French level as set by each programme; some English-taught options exist.
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree for Master's, master's for PhD. Language requirements are set by each programme.

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Highest degree certificate Academic transcripts CV Motivation letter Recommendation letters Language certificate (English / French) Proof of funds Photo

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Check programmes and entry rules on the Universite Paris-Saclay website.
2
Apply online
Apply through the Universite Paris-Saclay website or the Etudes en France portal where required.
3
Upload documents
Upload transcripts, CV, motivation letter and language proof.
4
Review
The school reviews your file; some programmes hold an interview or test.
5
Admission letter
Receive the admission letter and pay the deposit if requested.
6
Visa & arrive
Apply for the long-stay student visa, then validate it online within 3 months of arrival.

Campus & Location

Universite Paris-Saclay is based in Gif-sur-Yvette, France.

8 of 8 courses
Bachelor's 4
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Bachelor's Sciences (Licence)
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: French
Duration: 3 years
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📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: French
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Université Paris-Saclay
📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: French
Duration: 3 years
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📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: French
Duration: 3 years
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Master's 4
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📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: French, English
Duration: 2 years
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Université Paris-Saclay
📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: French, English
Duration: 2 years
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Université Paris-Saclay
📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: French, English
Duration: 2 years
Apply now! Next intake
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Université Paris-Saclay
📍 Gif-sur-Yvette
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: French, English
Duration: 2 years
Apply now! Next intake
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