As a sophisticated and historic city, Paris offers numerous opportunities for
university studies. The oldest and most well-known are the programs offered through the
University of Paris, an institution that dates from the 12th century. Often referred to as the
Sorbonne, the University is actually comprised of thirteen universities split over three academies in the Paris area. The programs associated with the Sorbonne itself include courses of study in the social sciences, languages, and the arts.
The American University in Paris (AUP) offers both local and foreign students undergraduate degree programs in fourteen areas and graduate studies in five disciplines. The location of the AUP near the
Eiffel Tower and the
Louvre allows the students to take advantage of Paris' many cultural opportunities in addition to their academic endeavors.
Pierre & Marie Curie University (UPMC) is a large university specializing in science and medicine disciplines. With an enrollment of 30,000 students and partnerships with numerous teaching hospitals and health care programs, the UPMC is a top choice for those wishing to pursue a career in health care or the sciences.
The University of London Institute in Paris is an outpost of the acclaimed
University of London and offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. One highlight of the University's offerings is the
Master's of Arts in Paris Studies, which allows the students to explore the intellectual and cultural life of Paris at an in-depth level.
