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University of Strasbourg
#101–150 Worldwide – (ARWU) 2025
#5 in France – (ARWU) 2025
Established in 1538, the University of Strasbourg is a public research university in Strasbourg. It brings together 56,000 students, including 13.000 international students from 158 countries. The university is organized around 35 faculties and research units, complemented by 77 research entities. It operates across six campuses in Alsace, France.
In global rankings, the University of Strasbourg holds a position of #420 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings and is recognized among the top 150 universities worldwide in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
The university’s research excellence is evident in its numerous accolades, including 18 Nobel Prize winners, 3 CNRS Gold Medals, and a Fields Medal, highlighting its significant contributions to various fields. It is also a member of the Udice Group, an association of leading French research universities, underscoring its commitment to academic and research excellence.
Eligible Programs for Lafayette Fellows
All Master’s programs offered by University of Strasbourg are eligible for the Lafayette Fellowship except for the formats which are not compatible with the constraints of the Fellowship (apprenticeships, Erasmus Mundus/programs abroad, DU, etc.). Please find the list of ineligible formats here.
All course offerings for 2027–28 will be available on the “Études en France” platform and the university’s website in December.
Explore the full 2026-27 catalogue here.
Master’s programs fully taught in English are available in the following fields:
- STEM: Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Geosciences, Health, Optics, and Physics
- HSS: Human Rights Law, Intellectual Property Law, English, Studies, Economics, and Management
Economics, European Studies, History, Humanities, Law, Literature, Management, and Social Sciences
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geosciences, Health, Material Sciences, and Physics
Admissions Information
The full range of courses offered by the University of Strasbourg will be published in mid-December 2026.
Applications for international students 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, 2026.
Visit the “Études en France” platform and the university’s website to learn more about the admissions process.
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
The University of Strasbourg is strongly committed to welcoming international students, with dedicated services such as the International Welcome e-Desk and the Maison Universitaire Internationale (MUI) offering multilingual support for visas, housing, and integration. Regular welcome events, cultural activities, and the Buddy Program help newcomers quickly feel at home. Awarded the “Bienvenue en France” label with 3 stars, the university is officially recognized for the excellence of its reception and student support.
To learn more about University of Strasbourg’s campus life and student support services, click here.
Located in the heart of Alsace, Strasbourg combines the charm of a historic city with the opportunities of a European capital, home to major institutions such as the European Parliament and Council of Europe. Through Eucor – The European Campus, students can also benefit from cross-border study and cultural experiences with universities in France, Germany, and Switzerland, making Strasbourg a truly European place to live and study. Student life at University of Strasbourg is dynamic, with access to libraries, sports, cultural programs, and over 250 student associations across six campuses well connected by public transport.
