A “buddy” is a tandem made up of a local student and an international student on an exchange program or free mover.
Thanks to the Buddy System, you can meet a local student who will guide you throughout your stay in France.
Grants are on offer to international students from public institutions, companies and foundations, and the Erasmus+ program.
For a successful study stay, make sure your financial resources are in relation to the cost of living in Lorraine, i.e. sufficient to finance the entire duration of your stay in France.
Preparing your budget must therefore be the first step before you decide to study in France!
To open a bank account in France, you can contact the bank of your choice. Student associations (e.g. BDE) have agreements with local banks and can help you open an account.
If you don’t know how higher education works in France, this page will guide you through the university system’s subtleties.
Why do sport?
– To stay in good physical and moral health
– To make friends by sharing common activities
– To unwind, manage your stress levels, sleep better … and above all, enjoy yourself!
There are numerous student associations at the Université de Lorraine. Some of them are more specifically dedicated to international students.
Catering on campuses in France is managed by CROUS.
To access the various catering services and pay for your meals, you must activate your Izly digital account (after finalizing your administrative registration at the University).
If you need help paying your rent, you can ask the Family Allowance Fund (CAF) for housing assistance. You can make the request whetever your situation (undergraduate, PhD student or researcher).
Going to university is a major step for any student. All the more so if you have special needs connected with a disability.