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Aix-Marseille Université

#180 Worldwide (top 0.9%) 
#66 in Europe 
#10 in France

Source: CWUR 2026 

One of France’s leading higher education institutions, Aix Marseille Université (amU) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary university located in the heart of Provence, between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains of southern France. 

With a community of approximately 8,500 staff members, including 4,400 faculty members and researchers, amU is recognized as one of France’s leading research-intensive universities. It has earned the prestigious IdEx (Initiative of Excellence) designation, a national distinction that recognizes excellence in research, innovation, and international impact.

Aix Marseille Université’s academic community is centered on five major campuses, primarily in Aix-en-Provence and Marseille, and includes 17 faculties and schools, 21 interdisciplinary institutes, and 12 doctoral schools. Together, they offer a rich, collaborative environment for education, research, and innovation. 

Home to 84,000 students, including 12,000 international students, amU is committed to welcoming global students and researchers and serves as a coordinating member of CIVIS, the European Civic University Alliance focused on addressing major societal challenges. It is recognized for its excellence, commitment, openness to the world, and the quality of its services to international students and researchers.   

Aix Marseille University is especially renowned for its courses in social and natural sciences. For American students, amU represents an exciting opportunity to study in a culturally rich region, within a highly ranked university that emphasizes research excellence, interdisciplinary learning, and international engagement. 

 

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Eligible Programs for Lafayette Fellows

List of Programs

All Master’s programs offered by Aix Marseille Université are eligible for the Lafayette Fellowship, except for the masters with formats that are not compatible with the constraints of the Fellowship (apprenticeships, Erasmus Mundus/programs abroad, DU, etc.). Please find the list of ineligible formats here.

The full course offering for the 2027–28 academic year will be available on AMU’s website and on the « Etudes en France » Platform by October 1, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to check the specific admission requirements for each program on the EEF platform at that time.

Browse the list of Master’s programs taught entirely or partially in English:  

Economics and Finance

Management: 

Health

Science and Technology

Arts, Letters, Languages, and Humanities

Browse the list of Master’s programs offered in French in amU’s specialized fields (2027-2028 academic year): 

Science and Technology

Law

Disciplines and Fields of Study

Economics, Finance, Geography, Humanities, Law, and Social Sciences

Engineering, Environmental Studies, Health, Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics, and Science & Technology

Admissions Information

Admissions Calendar

Applications for amU Master’s programs will be available on Etudes en France’s (EEF) platform, which will open on October 1, 2026. As a Lafayette Fellow applicant, you must apply through EEF by December 15.

The masters of Management MsC1 and MsC2 have their own application process. Please check all the information on their website.

Admissions Process

Applications for amU Master’s programs are processed through the « Etudes en France » Platform. 

The masters of Management MsC1 and MsC2 have their own application process. Please check all the information on their website.

Reminder: The awarding of the Lafayette Fellowship is conditional upon admission to one of the eligible partner institutions. Applicants must complete both the Lafayette Fellowship application and apply to one program at one of the partner institutions.

Campus Life

International Student Support

Aix Marseille Université (amU) has been awarded the “Welcome to France” 3 stars label from Campus France, reflecting its strong commitment to supporting international students with high quality services. International welcome desks are available all year-round across five campuses. These desks provide practical assistance and guide students through essential administrative procedures such as opening a bank account, enrolling in health insurance and completing social security registration. In addition, amU’s International Students Helpdesk offers personalized support at every stage of the student journey—from exploring study opportunities and submitting an application to enrolling and settling into life at amU. 

Housing support is also comprehensive. International Students may have access to CROUS university residences and welcome officers are available to help with finding suitable accommodation. 

Learn more about amU’s student support services and campus here. 

Location

Student life at amU is supported by five Campus Student Life Offices (BVE) located across its main campuses in Aix-en-Provence, downtown Marseille, Timone, Luminy, and Étoile, providing students with comprehensive support both on and off campus. 

With more than 84,000 students, including 12,000 international students, amU is the largest French-speaking university in the world. Its diverse and welcoming community creates a dynamic environment for learning, research, and campus life. 

The university has campuses in nine cities across four departments in southern France, giving students access to a wide variety of cultural, scientific, and outdoor experiences. From the historic charm and artistic heritage of Aix-en-Provence to the vibrant Mediterranean energy of Marseille, as well as the region’s spectacular coastline and mountain landscapes, amU offers an exceptional setting in which to study, explore, and thrive. 

 

 

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