Top Engineering Universities in France (2026)
Top universities for Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Robotics engineering masters in France. We rank 114 universities by QS standing, fees, scholarships and post-study work outcomes for international students.
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3iS
📍 France, France
AD EDUCATION
📍 PARIS, France
Aivancity School for Technology Business and Society
Aivancity School for Technology, Business & Society, Paris-Cachan
📍 Cachan, France
American College of the Mediterranean (ACM)
ASSOCIATION LEONARD DE VINCI COMPRISING OF ESILV ENGINEERING SCHOOL & EMLV MANAGEMENT SCHOOL
📍 PARIS, France
CAMBRIDGE EDUCATION GROUP - CEG -
📍 Paris, France
CEFAM
📍 Lyon, France
CentraleSupelec
📍 Paris, France
Claude Bernard University Lyon 1
📍 Lyon, France
CLCF (GALILEO GLOBAL EDUCATION)
📍 Paris, France
Collège La Cité, Orléans
Colorado School of Mines
📍 Golden, France
Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers
📍 Paris, France
CREA
📍 France, France
CY Cergy Paris University
📍 Paris, France
CY Tech - CY Cergy
De Vinci Higher Education
DSTI School of Engineering
ECE (Ecole Centrale d'Electronique)
ECE Paris
ECOLE 89 (THROUGH GA EDUCATION)
École Centrale d'électronique
École centrale de Lille
📍 Lille, France
Ecole centrale de Marseille
📍 Marseille, France
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Frequently asked questions
Which is the best Engineering university in France?
Based on QS rankings and student outcomes, 3iS is currently the highest-ranked university for Engineering in France on NexStudy. Our shortlist below ranks 25 universities you should consider.
What are the entry requirements for Engineering masters in France?
Most Engineering masters programs in France require a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 (or 70%+), IELTS 6.5+ overall, and a relevant undergraduate background. Top universities also expect GRE 310+ for STEM disciplines and GMAT 650+ for business programs.
Are Engineering graduates eligible for post-study work in France?
Yes — Engineering graduates qualify for the APS (24 months). This gives you time to find a job and (in many cases) transition into the long-term Talent Passport pathway.
How much does it cost to study Engineering in France?
International tuition for Engineering masters in France typically ranges from USD 18,000–55,000/year. Living costs add another USD 900–1,500/month depending on city.
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