Is Université Paris-Saclay public or private?

It is a public French university, officially created on 5 November 2019 by decree. It brings together faculties, institutes, grandes écoles and associate institutions across several campuses south of Paris.

What levels of study are available?

The university offers national Licence degrees, double degrees, BUT and other undergraduate routes, Master’s degrees and PhD programmes. It also offers professional, continuing-education and university diploma routes, but each has its own admission and fee rules.

Are Paris-Saclay programmes taught in English?

Some Master’s tracks are taught fully or partly in English, including listed Computer Science, Physics and engineering options. Many Licences are French-taught, so applicants must check the language field on the exact programme page.

Can an international student apply after secondary school?

Licence admission can be direct after a recognised secondary qualification, but the route depends on the degree, country and applicant profile. Paris-Saclay’s undergraduate admissions guidance and the individual programme page should be followed for platform, transcript and language requirements.

How much are tuition fees?

For 2025–2026, Paris-Saclay lists national fees of €178 for Bachelor level, €254 for Master level and €397 for doctoral level. The university says 2026–2027 fees are coming; specific programmes and non-EU differentiated-fee exemptions can change the amount, so verify the current fee notice before enrolment.

Use the application route shown on the official programme page. Depending on level and applicant status, this can involve the university application system, a national French platform or a doctoral-school process; do not submit a generic application without checking the chosen programme’s deadline and documents.

What background is expected for the Computer Science Master?

The Computer Science Master describes applicants with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, selected double degrees or engineering-school study; international applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Science and Engineering. Tracks have their own prerequisites and may admit applicants from related backgrounds.

What is the accommodation situation?

There is no single Paris-Saclay residence or universal published rent because teaching sites are distributed. Students should use the university’s campus and international-support information, compare CROUS and private options, and choose a home on a reliable route to the actual programme campus.

Does Paris-Saclay support research and doctoral progression?

Yes, research is integrated across Graduate Schools, laboratories and doctoral schools. The university reports 220 laboratories and 350 experimental platforms, while individual master’s pages describe research internships and doctoral continuation; funding and supervision remain programme-specific.

Can non-EU students receive a fee exemption?

The university states that non-EU students subject to differentiated fees may receive a partial exemption bringing fees to domestic levels under its governing-board conditions. Eligibility and procedure can change, so applicants should read the current fee-waiver notice and not assume exemption automatically.

What should I check before choosing a campus?

Confirm the programme’s teaching site, language, timetable, application route and current fees before choosing housing. Paris-Saclay includes Orsay-Bures, Saclay-Moulon, Cachan, Sceaux-Fontenay, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines and Evry, and daily travel can differ substantially.

Is a Paris-Saclay degree automatically a professional licence in another country?

A national French degree is not automatically a professional licence in every destination. Students entering regulated professions should check the relevant authority in the country where they plan to work and confirm whether additional recognition, exams or supervised practice are required.