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2026 ranking of student cities: Rennes confirmed as one of the most attractive according to Le Figaro

In its 2026 ranking of the most attractive student cities, published in its special edition devoted to student life, Le Figaro singles out Rennes for the quality of its living environment and academic setting.

This ranking highlights the French cities offering the best conditions for students, taking into account the living environment, accommodation and the quality of higher education institutions.

Centre ville de Rennes - quartier de Saint Anne

A ranking based on student attractiveness

For this 2026 edition, Le Figaro analysed 64 French cities with more than 30,000 inhabitants and at least 6,000 students, divided into two categories according to their student population. The study is based in particular on data from INSEE and the Ministry of Higher Education and Research, and takes into account several criteria related to student life and educational opportunities.

Rennes, a dynamic student city

In this ranking, Rennes stands out for its dynamic student life, affordable rents and proximity to the Brittany coast, assets regularly cited by Le Figaro. The city also benefits from a recognised academic environment, contributing to its attractiveness to students and their families.

Rennes School of Business distinguished in the 2026 ranking

In this overview, Rennes School of Business is ranked 12th best post-preparatory business school in the 2026 ranking established by Le Figaro.

This recognition confirms the school’s place among nationally recognised management institutions and contributes to Rennes’ attractiveness as a student city.

An environment conducive to higher education

Through this ranking, Le Figaro highlights Rennes’ appeal to students, based on its quality of life and higher education offerings.

See our page Living in Rennes

Source :
Article entitled ‘Which cities are the most attractive for students?’ (Quelles sont les villes étudiantes les plus attractives ?), by Laurent Calixte and Dorian Girard, Le Figaro – Special Edition 2026, January 2026.