Living in Paris

A cosmopolitan and dynamic capital city, Paris offers the ideal setting for combining studies, culture and student life. A city of opportunities, it attracts talent from all over the world. Located in the heart of the capital, the Paris campus of Rennes School of Business allows students to fully experience Parisian life while benefiting from the school’s academic excellence.

A unique environment for living and studying.

With over 2.1 million inhabitants in 2024, Paris is one of the most dynamic cities and the leading student city in France. It offers a very cosmopolitan environment, a rich cultural offering, numerous services dedicated to students and a dynamic social life. It is a popular destination for higher education.

With internationally renowned universities and schools and a vibrant cultural life, Paris attracts students from all over the world.

Useful resources for students in Paris

Many reference sites offer advice, practical information and support to make student life in Paris easier:

To explore and enjoy the capital

Discover Paris, its neighbourhoods and its must-see attractions with these guides:

A student experience in the heart of the capital

Living in Paris also means enjoying an intense and diverse student life:

Cafés, bars and restaurants in every neighbourhood

Parks and gardens to relax in (Buttes-Chaumont, Jardin du Luxembourg, Parc Monceau, etc.)

Walks along the Seine or through the historic streets of Montmartre and the Marais

Student events organised by the city and the many schools and universities in Paris

Paris is a city that allows you to open up to multiple cultures, forge international connections and live your academic and personal life to the fullest.

Living in Paris with Rennes School of Business means immersing yourself in a dynamic capital city that combines academic excellence, cultural richness and proximity to major companies. This experience is a springboard for students’ professional and personal futures.

Find out more about the student experience at Rennes School of Business

How do I find accommodation?

Discover the Paris Campus

Practical information for students

Student life on the Paris campus

Aloha Square will answer your questions about Rennes SB and student life in France.
The @wellcomersb account on Instagram. The Well’come student association at Rennes SB aims to welcome, integrate and support international students at Rennes School of Business. As an association, it plays a crucial role in promoting the school internationally. Its events are specially designed to encourage exchanges and encounters between French and international students.

Going out

Great deals, unusual walks, new places to visit, events, original activities to do in Paris, etc.

Getting around

Public transport

The RATP network will take you anywhere in Paris; buses, RER trains and trams are also available to take you to the suburbs.
Don’t forget to get an imagine R card, which gives you access to discounted fares for students.

Cycling

Vélib’, Paris’s self-service bicycle hire service.
Map of cycle paths in Paris.

Thanks to this dense and efficient network, students can easily reach the Rennes SB campus located in the 9th arrondissement, as well as the capital’s various cultural, economic and residential districts.

Getting around Paris easily

Although vast, the city of Paris benefits from extremely well-developed transport infrastructure, which makes it easy for students to get around on a daily basis:

The metro, bus, tram and RER services cover the entire Paris metropolitan area and its inner suburbs.

Sustainable transport solutions (bicycles with Vélib’, numerous cycle paths, self-service scooters) are developing rapidly.

Special travel passes such as the Imagine R card allow students to benefit from preferential rates on public transport.

FAQs – Living in Paris

Why choose Paris for higher education?

Studying in Paris means benefiting from an academic and professional ecosystem that is unique in Europe. The capital is home to the best universities, grandes écoles and research centres, while offering privileged access to the headquarters of major French and international companies. It is also a cosmopolitan, multicultural and dynamic city, ideal for developing an international network.

How can I find accommodation in Paris as a student?

Rennes School of Business assists its students in their search for accommodation through the Studapart platform, the school’s official partner. A variety of solutions are available: student residences, shared accommodation, private accommodation or CROUS (regional student welfare offices). International students can also be referred via Campus France and benefit from specific housing assistance such as APL (housing benefit).

What types of transport are available for students in Paris?

The capital has an exceptional transport network: metro, bus, tram, RER, suburban trains and self-service bicycles (Vélib’). Students can purchase an Imagine R pass, which allows unlimited travel throughout the Île-de-France region at a reduced rate. The campus, located near the Saint-Lazare train station, is easily accessible from all areas of Paris.

What career opportunities are available in Paris?

Paris is the economic heart of France and a major hub in Europe. Students have access to a vast network of companies in key sectors: finance, consulting, luxury goods, fashion, innovation, technology, start-ups and international organisations. Rennes SB regularly organises networking events, conferences, internships and job fairs in conjunction with these economic players.

What leisure and cultural activities are available in Paris?

Paris offers an unrivalled cultural life: museums, exhibitions, concerts, theatres, festivals and sporting events punctuate everyday life. Students also enjoy iconic neighbourhoods such as Montmartre, Le Marais and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, as well as numerous green spaces such as the Luxembourg Gardens and Buttes-Chaumont. Numerous student associations enliven the social and cultural life of the campus.