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Université de Lyon

Lyon, France

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Quick facts

World rank
#401
Acceptance rate
40%
Students
95,000
International students
12%
Institution type
Public
Founded
2007

Overview

The Université de Lyon is a Communauté d'universités et établissements (ComUE) that federates 34 higher education and research institutions in the Lyon and Saint-Étienne area. Established to promote the scientific potential of the region, it coordinates academic projects and manages common interests for its members. The consortium includes major institutions such as Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, Lumière University Lyon 2, and Jean Moulin University Lyon 3. It supports a vast community of students, researchers, and doctoral candidates, fostering collaboration between public research laboratories and local economic partners. The organization plays a central role in the regional academic landscape, driving innovation and international visibility for the site.

Fields of study

  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Law
  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Social Sciences
  • Humanities
  • Natural Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Education
  • Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Languages
  • Psychology

Accreditation: French Ministry of Higher Education

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
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TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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GPA (minimum)
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Intakes
Fall
Application deadlines
Varies by member institution.
Rolling admissions
No
Admissions contact
contact@universite-lyon.fr

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

$2,770 – $4,913 / year

Domestic students

Varies by program

Tuition varies significantly by member institution.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

Official fee source (opens in a new tab)

Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.