France is well known for its high standard of teaching. In France, you can choose from comprehensive study offerings, with several engineering colleges, business schools, and research institutions. Most of the classes are in the French language, but you can also find several courses taught in the English language. Some of the Top Universities in France are :

1. PSL Research University

This university encompasses every field of knowledge, from the sciences and engineering to the arts, humanities and social sciences. With artist workshops, 181 laboratories, advanced training for PhDs and postdocs, it offers a unique scientific and cultural environment.

2. Paris-Sorbonne University

It is situated on the original medieval foundations and now expands to the Latin Quarter and different areas in Paris. It is the largest university in France offering study for civilizations, languages, arts, literature, humanities and social sciences. 

3. Ecole Polytechnique

Studying here is your opportunity to take part in the top academic research and master management and networking skills. All of this under the guidance of different researchers and leading figures of the business world.

4. Paris Diderot University

It is situated in the heart of Paris. It is the only university involving several academic disciplines in Paris to provide a wide range of degrees in Medicine, Humanities and the Sciences.

5. Ecole normale Supérieure of Lyon

It is an important French public institution that trains researchers, professors, senior civil servants as well as business and political leaders. Students choose their courses and divide their time between research and training into humanities and sciences.

6. University Paris-Sud

This university is involved in nearly all fields of knowledge other than human sciences. Several awards and its position in international rankings proves its high level of research. 

7. Ecole des Ponts ParisTech.

It is a major player in a university-level institution providing high-level education and training in the field of engineering, science, and technology. 

8. University Grenoble-Alpes

As the world is becoming more and more competitive, this university aims to better respond to the competitive situation the world poses today and in the future, and to be more visible and attractive globally.

9. University of Montpellier

It was created by the merger of University Montpellier 1 and 2. It is the result of the excellence and synergy of these 2 universities.

10. Aix-Marseille University

It has produced many outstanding students in the fields of politics, law, science, academia, business, and the arts. It has the largest number of its students, its staff and its budget. 

Top Universities in France	THE University Rankings	QS University Rankings
PSL Research University	41	50
Paris-Sorbonne University	73	75
Ecole Polytechnique	108	65
Paris Diderot University	194	295
Ecole normale Supérieure of Lyon	201-250	153
University Paris-Sud	201-250	239
Ecole des Ponts ParisTech	201-250	263
University Grenoble-Alpes	301-350	289
University of Montpellier	301-350	422
Aix-Marseille University	301-350	453