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Study in Paris

This guide explains student life in Paris, United States, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,447, Temperate climate with mild, moderately wet winters and warm summer days., VLS-TS (Visa Long Séjour valant Titre de Séjour) étudiant guidance, 45 universities. Explore verified details for United States below.

Paris, United States
Paris, United States — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$1,447
Climate
Temperate climate with mild, moderately wet winters and warm summer days.
Safety score
75/100
English friendliness
60%
Student visa
VLS-TS (Visa Long Séjour valant Titre de Séjour) étudiant
Work while studying
Up to 964 hours per year (roughly 20 hours per week or 60% of the legal work year).

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$864
  • Food$378
  • Transport$43
  • Leisure$162

Rent is for Average monthly rent for a 20m² student apartment or studio in Paris, as estimated by Université Paris-Saclay and Campus France.

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

Potential advantages

  • World-class universities and rich academic history
  • Unmatched cultural, artistic, and culinary scene
  • Excellent public transportation network (Métro)
  • Government housing subsidies (CAF) available to international students

Considerations

  • High cost of living and expensive rent
  • Highly competitive student housing market
  • Bureaucracy can be slow and complex for international students

Student housing in Paris

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Paris, United States. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Paris

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows the official student budget estimates published by Campus France and Université Paris-Saclay in EUR, converted to USD at a rate of 1.08 USD per EUR. Figures apply to 2025-2026.

Figures for Paris are partly taken from the official sources listed below and partly researched estimates, 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: 2025-2026. Last reviewed September 2026.

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