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Université Catholique de Lyon

Lyon, France

International Students

19.6%

Acceptance Rate

39%

Tuition

Varies by program

About Université Catholique de Lyon

not for profit · University

Université Catholique de Lyon (UCLy) is a private, non-profit Catholic university founded in 1875 in Lyon, France. Labelled EESPIG by the French State and a founding member of the Institut Polytechnique de Lyon, UCLy brings together 7 faculty components spanning Law, Economics & Management, Sciences & Health, Letters & Civilizations, Theology, Philosophy, and Social Sciences. With over 12,000 students (including 2,350 international students), 110 diploma programs from DU to Bac+8, and 350 partner universities worldwide, UCLy operates three campuses: two in central Lyon (Saint-Paul and Carnot) and one in Annecy (Alpes Europe).

Law

Political Science

Business Administration

Management

Economics

Sciences and Health

Biotechnology

Letters and Languages

Humanities

History

Philosophy

Theology

Psychology

Social Sciences

Education

Quality Safety Environment

International Communication

Translation

Tourism

Institution profile

Short name: UCLy
Founded: 1875
Ownership: not for profit
Institution type: University
Research university: Yes

Should you apply?

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Selective admission

39% acceptance rate — competitive

Scholarships available

Funding opportunities exist for international students

Verified English-taught programs

See individual programs for their teaching language and entry requirements.

Admissions

Acceptance rate: 39%
Application deadlines: Vary by program and intake

Academics

Total students: 12,000
Language: French
Degrees: Master, Bachelor

Cost & support

Tuition: Varies by program
Living cost est.: ~$1,080/mo
Scholarships: Available

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Tuition & living costs

Tuition: Varies by program

See individual programs for official fees and student categories.

Living cost estimate: ~$1,080/month

Excludes tuition.

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About

Université Catholique de Lyon (UCLy) is a private Catholic university founded in 1875, located in Lyon, France. With over 12,000 students and 110 programs across 7 faculties, UCLy operates three campuses in Lyon and Annecy.