Paris Sciences et Lettres (PSL)
About the university
PSL University (Paris Sciences et Lettres) is a collegiate university in Paris, founded in 2010 by merging several prestigious institutions. It is internationally recognized for excellence in sciences, humanities, arts, and engineering. PSL offers interdisciplinary programs with strong industry and research partnerships, including CNRS and INSERM. The university hosts undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs and emphasizes creativity, innovation, and international mobility. Members of PSL include ENS Paris, Mines Paris, and ESPCI Paris, providing extensive academic and research opportunities. Its selective admissions and high academic standards attract ambitious French and international students.
Key information
- Location: Paris, FR
- Ranking #2
- QS #60
- THE #71
- US News #46
- National ranking #5
- Institution type: public
Popular faculties
- Physics
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Humanities
- Arts
- Computer Science
Programs (35)
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Architecture
- Medicine
- Veterinary Science
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Business Administration
- Dentistry
- Telecommunications
- Economics
- Engineering
- Finance and Accounting
- Marketing
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Law
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Philosophy
- History
- Linguistics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Environmental Science
- Sociology
- Anthropology
- Education
- Fine Arts
- Music
Student body
- Total students: 20,000
- Undergraduate: 8,000
- Graduate: 10,000
- International students: 25%
Campus life
Campus life at PSL University is vibrant and interdisciplinary, spanning multiple historic institutions in Paris. Students benefit from modern laboratories, libraries, cultural centers, and sports facilities. Paris offers internships, career opportunities, and cultural experiences. PSL promotes student engagement through scientific, artistic, and entrepreneurship clubs, as well as international programs. The community is highly diverse and globally connected.
Housing & accommodation
Housing cost: €450 - €1,200 / per month
Housing options
- CROUS dormitories
- university residences
- private apartments
- shared housing
Student clubs and organizations
- Scientific clubs
- arts clubs
- student unions
- cultural associations
- entrepreneurship clubs
Sports
- Football
- basketball
- rugby
- athletics
- rowing
Career & internships
Employment rate: 90%
Partner companies
- BNP Paribas
- Airbus
- L’Oréal
- Capgemini
- CNRS
- Dassault Systèmes
Internships: Internships are widely integrated at PSL University, especially in sciences, engineering, and business. Students have access to research centers, companies, and cultural institutions. Career services support placement, CV preparation, and networking. Many internships lead to employment in France and internationally.
Admission requirements
Required documents
- Academic transcripts
- diploma certificate
- CV
- motivation letter
- language proficiency certificate
- passport copy
- recommendation letters
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Tuition costs
- €300 - €15,000 / per year
- Acceptance rate: 18.00%
- Scholarships available: PSL University provides scholarships for international students, including Eiffel Excellence Scholarships, Erasmus+ grants, and university-specific merit scholarships. Some programs offer tuition waivers or reductions. Support is available through CROUS for housing and social grants. PSL emphasizes high-achieving students and promotes international mobility. Early applications are strongly recommended due to competitive selection.
Quick facts
- Founded: 2010
- Teaching languages: French, English, french, english
- Study formats: offline
Contact
- Website: https://www.psl.eu
- [email protected]
- +33 1 53 10 33 33