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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.upmc.frFranceQS #5 World📊 Live dataPartial catalogue
Université Pierre et Marie Curie
Université Pierre et Marie Curie (UPMC) is a prestigious public research university located in Paris, France. It was established in 1971 and is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation. UPMC is part of the Sorbonne Universities group and is renowned for its contributions to various fields including medicine, sciences, and humanities.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
Last full enrichment: 21 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #16 · 2026Times Higher Education #2014 · 2026ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #40 · 2025QS World University Rankings #80 · 2025US News & World Report #107 · 2025Times Higher Education #136 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
10/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies by season
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
82% placement rate
Top Recruiters
CapgeminiBNP ParibasTotalL'OréalAtos
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Paris, France
Climate: Varies by season
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: TOEFL 85
💡Typical apply window for France: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake