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PSL University

Paris, France • QS 2027 #34

Updated May 2026 · Source: psl.eu

Overview

English Name: PSL University
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
QS World University Rankings 2027 #34 ARWU (Shanghai) 2026 #33 SCImago 2026 #172
PSL University academic facilities
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Founded 2010.

Acquired present status 2019. Is composed of 11 Institutions : Collège de France, Conservatoire National Supérieur d'Art Dramatique, École nationale des chartes, École nationale supérieure de Chimie de Paris, École nationale supérieure des Mines de Paris, École normale supérieure, École Pratique des Hautes Études, ESPCI Paris, Institut Curie, Observatoire de Paris, Paris-Dauphine and has the support of 3 research institutions : CNRS, Inria, Inserm

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for PSL University are listed below.

Address: 60 rue Mazarine
Postal Code: 75006
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Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for PSL University: scale, staffing, and accreditation.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation

Programs Offered

PSL University's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.

134 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Bachelor's Degree in Formation valant grade de licence
Natural Sciences

Selective admission through Parcoursup, with 30 places offered in 2026. Applicants need a French level of B2 to enrol.

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Master's Degree 133 programmes

Master's Degree in Analyse et politique économiques
Social Sciences & Education

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M1 Chimie
Chemistry

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M1 Chimie et Innovation
Chemistry

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M1 Chimie et sciences du vivant (CSDV)
Chemistry

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M2 Chimie analytique, physique et théorique (CAPT)
Physics & Astronomy

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M2 Chimie des matériaux (MAT)
Materials Science

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M2 Chimie moléculaire (MOL)
Chemistry

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Master's Degree in Chimie — M2 Ingénierie chimique (IC)
General Engineering

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Master's Degree in Civilisations, cultures et sociétés — M1 & M2 Antiquité méditerranéenne et proche-orientale : langues, histoire, religions
History

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Scholarships in France

Scholarships open to students attending universities in France are listed below.

Aide à la mobilité internationale
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Government funded · 400 EUR per monthly · Travel · Covers Travel
Grant of 400 EUR per month for a study or internship stay abroad of 1 to 10 consecutive months that forms part of the degree programme; no more than 10 months in total across all higher education.
Bourse sur critères sociaux
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Government funded · 6,335 EUR per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Monthly national grant paid over 10 months by the Crous, with eight échelons from 0 bis to 7 ranging from 1,454 EUR to 6,335 EUR per year (1,745 to 7,602 EUR if kept over the summer); overseas territories receive a supplement of 300 EUR.
Erasmus+ mobility grant
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (etudiant.gouv.fr) · Other funded · Travel · Covers Travel
Monthly grant generally between 300 and 700 EUR depending on destination and whether the stay is a study period or an internship; 786 EUR for students of overseas institutions; supplements of 250 EUR per month for students meeting inclusion criteria and a sustainable-travel supplement.
ESSEC Foundation Need-based Scholarship
ESSEC Foundation · Foundation funded · 20,000 EUR per total · Partial Tuition
Need-based tuition aid for ESSEC students facing financial difficulties: average 5,000 EUR, maximum 20,000 EUR, and 15,000 EUR over three years; 447 scholarship students were supported in 2025.
France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship
Campus France · Government funded · International students · 1,200 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living, Travel, Insurance
Monthly allowance of 1,200 EUR for master students (up to 12 months for M2, 24 for M1, 36 for engineering degrees) and 2,100 EUR for doctoral students (12 to 36 months), plus international transport, insurance, housing search and cultural activities; tuition fees are not covered.

How to apply to PSL University

Five steps that capture how applications to PSL University flow.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. PSL University runs 134 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Before applying to PSL University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for France.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with PSL University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.psl.eu). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    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 PSL University

Below are key facts about PSL University, drawn directly from institutional records.

In which city is PSL University?

PSL University is based in Paris, France.

Is PSL University a public or private institution?

It is a public higher-education institution.

Where does PSL University stand in university rankings?

PSL University is ranked QS 2027 #34.

What programmes are available at PSL University?

PSL University offers master's and doctoral programmes.

Is PSL University accredited?

PSL University is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.

What is PSL University's official website?

The institution's website is www.psl.eu.

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