Mines Saint-Étienne
Saint-Étienne, France • Founded 1816 • THE 2026 #601-800
Updated Oct 2026 · Source: mines-stetienne.fr
Overview
Mines Saint-Étienne is a French public engineering school founded in 1816 and built on values of excellence, humanism and innovation.
It combines teaching and research with a strong link to industry and health. The school trains around 2,500 students, about 27 percent of them international, and offers several routes to the Diplôme d'ingénieur: the generalist Ingénieur civil des Mines in Saint-Étienne, a four-year FUSION double degree with emlyon, and the ISMIN digital engineering cycle on the Aix-Marseille-Provence campus.
Work-study engineering programmes run with the ISTP, alongside specialisation engineering courses, Masters, a preparatory cycle and doctoral training across twelve disciplines. Research is organised through five training and research centres, with about 150 researchers and teaching researchers and around 200 doctoral candidates, half of them international.
Students can take part in exchanges and double degrees with partner universities worldwide, and some courses are taught in English.
Location & Contact
Mines Saint-Étienne's physical location and contact details are listed below.
Academic Details
Mines Saint-Étienne's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Programs Offered
Every programme Mines Saint-Étienne currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.
78 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Bachelor's Degree 9 programmes
Master's Degree 67 programmes
Showing 10 of 67.
Certificate 1 programme
Scholarships in France
Funding routes available to students in France are listed below.
How to apply to Mines Saint-Étienne
A five-step path through the application process at Mines Saint-Étienne.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Mines Saint-Étienne runs 78 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Before applying to Mines Saint-Étienne, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for France.
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Get your documents ready
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Mines Saint-Étienne's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Apply through the official channel
Lodge your application through the official website (www.mines-stetienne.fr). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Reach out and track your application
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mines Saint-Étienne
Quick answers to common questions about Mines Saint-Étienne.
When did Mines Saint-Étienne open?
Mines Saint-Étienne traces its founding to 1816 (approximately 210 years ago).
Where can I find Mines Saint-Étienne?
The institution is located in Saint-Étienne, France.
What is Mines Saint-Étienne's control type?
Mines Saint-Étienne is a public institution.
How many students does Mines Saint-Étienne have?
The institution has a student body of 2,500.
How is Mines Saint-Étienne ranked?
Mines Saint-Étienne holds rank THE 2026 #601-800.
What is Mines Saint-Étienne's official website?
You can find Mines Saint-Étienne online at www.mines-stetienne.fr.
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