Sorbonne University

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   The short answer

   Sorbonne University is a public research university in Paris, France, and it suits students who want a large, research-focused university in a major capital city. It also works for international applicants who want a high level of international presence, with 10,000 international students among 44,000 students overall.

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   What you can study

   Sorbonne University is presented as a public research university, so the clearest study fit is for students looking for a research-led environment in Paris. No subject list or programme catalogue is published in the information available here, so check the official website for the current degree options before applying.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions channels and check the website for the entry requirements, document list, deadlines, and whether their chosen programme has any extra selection steps. The university does not provide a fuller admissions breakdown here, so confirm the current process, required language proof, and any country-specific guidance on the official site.

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   What it costs

   Tuition is listed at EUR 3,000 to EUR 4,000. Living costs in Paris are separate and usually need to be budgeted for alongside tuition, so confirm accommodation, transport, and daily expenses with the university and local sources before you apply.

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   Coming from abroad

   The university has 10,000 international students, but the language of instruction is not stated here. Before applying, confirm the teaching language for your programme, the documents needed for your country, visa timing, and whether you need proof of language ability or other international student paperwork.

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   How it compares

   France has 298 universities, so Sorbonne University sits in a crowded national field rather than a small system. Its public status, Paris location, large student body, and QS world rank of 59 make it one of the more visible choices in the country, especially for students who want a research university in the capital.

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.