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Université de Montpellier

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Université de Montpellier: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Université de Montpellier is a public research university in Montpellier, in south-east France. It suits students who want to study at a long-established French public university in a major student destination.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public research university. The available information does not list specific subject areas or degree programmes, so the programme catalogue should be checked on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university website for the current application route, required documents, deadlines, and any programme-specific entry conditions. If you need visa, recognition, or language details, confirm them directly with the admissions office before you apply.

  4. What it costs

    A tuition fee range is not published, so confirm the current cost with the admissions office. Plan separately for living costs in Montpellier, which will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so you must confirm that before applying. Also check entry requirements, how your previous qualifications are assessed, whether the programme has place limits, and what support is available for students arriving from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    France has 298 universities, so this institution sits within a large national university system. Its main distinguishing features are that it is public, research-oriented, and among the oldest universities in the world, which may matter if you are comparing long-established universities rather than newer institutions.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Université de Montpellier

What type of institution is Université de Montpellier?

It is a public research university.

Where is Université de Montpellier located?

It is located in Montpellier, in south-east France.

What is the university website?

https://www.umontpellier.fr/

How many universities are there in France?

There are 298 universities in France.

Overview

The University of Montpellier is a public research university located in Montpellier, in south-east of France. Established in 1220, the University of Montpellier is one of the oldest universities in the world.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for France.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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