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Study in Lorient

This guide explains student life in Lorient, France, including an estimated monthly student budget of $759, Temperate oceanic climate with mild winters and cool summers., VLS-TS (Visa Long Séjour valant Titre de Séjour) étudiant guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for France below.

Lorient, France
Lorient, France — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$759
Climate
Temperate oceanic climate with mild winters and cool summers.
Safety score
80/100
English friendliness
40%
Student visa
VLS-TS (Visa Long Séjour valant Titre de Séjour) étudiant
Work while studying
Up to 964 hours per year (approximately 20 hours per week or 60 percent of full-time)

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$385
  • Food$275
  • Transport$33
  • Leisure$66

Rent is for aroom in a public CROUS student residence outside Paris.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Affordable cost of living compared to major French cities
  • Coastal location with rich maritime heritage
  • Close-knit student community at Université Bretagne Sud

Considerations

  • Smaller city with fewer international transport connections
  • Limited nightlife compared to larger hubs like Rennes or Paris
  • Frequent rain and wind during the winter months

Student housing in Lorient

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Lorient, France. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Lorient

Official sources

Follows the official Campus France 2026 national student budget estimates for cities outside Paris, converted from EUR to USD. Figures apply to 2026.

Figures for Lorient are researched estimates and are not taken from an official published budget, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2026. Last reviewed October 2026.

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