Student life
Looking for useful information and ways to get organized for your upcoming studies ? Explore our practical tips and smart ideas to make your student life in Alsace easier.
For even more details, be sure to check out our dedicated First Steps in Alsace page, in addition to this section focused on student life.
Administrative Procedures and Student Benefits
Financial Aid
Various financial aids are available to help fund your studies. The primary support is the need-based scholarship, which requires submitting a request through CROUS by completing the Dossier Social Étudiant (DES).
Other forms of aid include merit-based scholarships, emergency funds, and additional specific supports. For more information, visit the CROUS Strasbourg website, your main point of contact even if you’re studying elsewhere in Alsace!
Healthcare
When enrolling in university, you’ll need to choose a student health insurance provider: MGEL or LMDE. This insurance ensures reimbursement for your medical expenses.
Housing
Looking for accommodation for your studies? The CROUS Strasbourg offers affordable housing options in student cities across Alsace. Applications are submitted through the Dossier Social Étudiant (DSE) in spring, with places allocated based on your family’s income.
Other options include finding a private studio or shared accommodation, which can be done easily through websites like la Carte des Colocs.
Additionally, the Family Allowance Fund (CAF) offers Personalized Housing Assistance (APL) to help finance your accommodation.
Pass Campus and student discounts
The Pass Campus Alsace is your all-in-one student card. It provides access to university libraries, sports activities, and functions as an electronic wallet for services like photocopies and meals at university restaurants.
The card also includes the Carte Culture, offering students discounted prices with over 80 cultural partners across Alsace, covering concerts, shows, cinemas, museums, and more. It features a special cultural program on campuses and partner venues throughout the academic year, with unique events and workshops.
For more travel and deals, consider the European Youth Card, which provides access to over 60,000 discounts across France and Europe, including cultural events, mobility, accommodation, and more.
Transportation
Discover all the essential information on our dedicated page!
Student life and leisure
Amidst classes and exams, it’s crucial to set aside some time for relaxation! Studying in Alsace allows you to enjoy a balanced academic life and an excellent quality of living in a vibrant atmosphere.
Find out all about cultural and social life in Alsace on our dedicated page!
Physical and sporting activities
Looking to release some energy? Take advantage of the various sports opportunities available! Numerous facilities across the region—gyms, stadiums, swimming pools, and more—offer affordable access to sports activities.
The SUAPS (University Service for Physical and Sporting Activities) provides a wide range of sports accessible to all students for just €15 per year. Plus, it’s free for recent high school graduates and scholarship recipients.
Sports at the University of Haute-Alsace
Sports at the University of StrasbourgFor information on activities open to the general public, check out our dedicated page:
Student associations and clubs
Alsatian universities have a vibrant associative culture. Student associations and clubs play an active role in enriching university life. Run by dedicated volunteers, they offer:
- A variety of services: photocopying, exam archives, cafeterias, and more.
- Unforgettable social experiences: parties, concerts, and events.
- A range of cultural and sporting activities.
- Civic engagement opportunities (humanitarian work, sustainable development) and educational initiatives: conferences, forums, and discussions.
For even more information on leisure activities and outings, visit our dedicated section: