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Overview

Nantes Université (Nantes University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France. This institution also has a branch campus in La Roche-sur-Yon and Saint-Nazaire. Established in 1460, Nantes Université (UN) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche. UN provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 566-year-old French higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. UN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Nantes University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Nantes University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Nantes University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Nantes University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Nantes University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UN
Founded 1460
Motto
Colours Navy blue and khaki green
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Location

Address 1, Quai de Tourville; Boîte Postale 13522
Nantes
44035 Pays de la Loire
France
Nantes University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Nantes University Phone Number (0)2 40 99 83 83
Nantes University Fax Number (0)2 40 99 83 00
Other locations La Roche-sur-Yon and Saint-Nazaire

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Website

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Nantes University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Nantes University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1961


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Nantes Université's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Agence d'Evaluation de la Recherche et de l'Enseignement supérieur (AERES)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Nantes University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Nantes University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Nantes University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Nantes University's academic range and degree level offering.



Nantes Université: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Nantes University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Nantes University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Nantes University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Nantes University.



Nantes University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Nantes University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Nantes University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Nantes University Admission Info


Nantes University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Nantes University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Nantes University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Nantes University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Nantes University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Nantes University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Nantes Université has more than 3900 international students.


Nantes University's Admission Office Admission Office

MEIF, 15 chaussée de la Madeleine
Nantes 44000
(0)2 53 46 21 62


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Nantes University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Nantes University Size and Profile


Nantes University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Nantes University has a student enrollment ranging from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Nantes University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Nantes University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Nantes University's Control Type Control Type

Nantes University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Nantes University's Entity Type Entity Type

Nantes University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Nantes University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Nantes University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Nantes University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Nantes University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Nantes University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Nantes University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Nantes University Facilities


Nantes University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Nantes University's Library


Nantes University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Nantes University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Nantes University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

Nantes University Services


Nantes University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Nantes University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Nantes University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Nantes University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Nantes University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Nantes University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Nantes Université consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Law and Political Science
  • Faculty of Economics and Management
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Science and Applied Sciences
  • Faculty of Languages
  • Faculty of Literature and Humanities
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Education and Teacher Training
  • Institute of Technology
  • Grande Ecole for Engineers (Polytech)

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Memberships and Affiliations

Nantes University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Nantes Université's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Université Bretagne Loire
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Réseau des Université de l'Ouest Atlantique (RUOA)
  • L'Université Nantes Angers Le Mans (L'UNAM)
  • Compostela Group of Universities (CGU)
  • International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nantes University public or private?

Nantes University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Nantes University profit or non-profit?

Nantes University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Nantes University in terms of enrollment?

Nantes University has a student enrollment ranging from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Nantes University in terms of academic staff?

Nantes University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is Nantes University a coeducational institution?

Nantes University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Nantes University use?

Nantes University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Nantes University affiliated with?

None.

Does Nantes University admit international students?

Yes. Nantes Université has more than 3900 international students.

What is Nantes University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Nantes University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Nantes University UN?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Nantes University UN located?

Nantes University is located in Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France. Address: 1, Quai de Tourville; Boîte Postale 13522.

Is Nantes University UN accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Nantes University is accredited by Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche (since 1961).

Does Nantes University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Nantes University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Nantes University have a university library?

Yes

Does Nantes University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Nantes University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Nantes University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Nantes University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Nantes University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Nantes University have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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