Preparations for the start of the 2026 academic year are already underway on etudiant.gouv.fr, the leading national portal, which provides reliable information on administrative procedures, accommodation, financial support, health, student jobs and useful resources to help students succeed in their first year.
A special feature to get the year off to a good start
Are you starting higher education in the 2026 academic year? Or are you continuing your studies? The etudiant.gouv.fr website has a special back-to-school guide to help you organise your year.
This guide brings together the essential information you need to prepare for the key stages of student life. It helps you plan ahead, identify the right people to contact and find reliable resources before the new term begins.
The aim is simple: to help you start the year with greater peace of mind. Through this portal, you can gain a better understanding of the formalities you need to complete, the support available and the services that can help you in your day-to-day life.
Administrative formalities to be prepared for
The start of the 2026 academic year often involves a number of administrative procedures. These may include enrolment, updating your personal details, applying for financial support or making arrangements regarding accommodation.
Preparing for the start of the 2026 academic year is easier with reliable, centralised information. Administrative procedures, student accommodation, financial support, grants, health, jobs, useful apps and specific schemes: the special feature on etudiant.gouv.fr brings together all the essential resources. Check out the special back-to-university guide now and follow @etudiantgouv using the hashtag ##RentreeEtu2026 to stay informed throughout the summer.
The special back-to-school feature offers advice on how to better understand these formalities. It also helps you identify the key steps to take to avoid oversights and delays.
This makes it easier for students to get started with their studies. This preparation is useful both for those new to higher education and for those continuing their studies.
Student accommodation: CROUS and the private sector
Student accommodation is one of the key topics as the new academic year begins. The feature available on etudiant.gouv.fr looks at the options offered by the Crous, as well as those available on the private housing market.
This information is important, as the choice of accommodation has a direct impact on how the academic year is organised. You need to take into account your budget, the location, transport links and the necessary procedures.
By consulting official resources, students can better prepare their research. They also have access to useful information to compare solutions and ensure their installation is secure.
Financial support and student grants
The start of the 2026 academic year is also a good time to find out about financial support and grants. These schemes can help students with the costs of their studies, accommodation and day-to-day living.
The special back-to-school feature provides useful information to help you better understand the support available. It sets out the steps you need to take and the key points to bear in mind.
These resources are particularly useful for students who want to draw up a clear budget. They also help you identify the schemes best suited to your individual circumstances.
Student health and day-to-day support
Student health is one of the key areas of information covered on etudiant.gouv.fr. It covers medical care, access to healthcare and good habits to adopt throughout the academic year.
Preparing for the new term isn’t just about organising your lessons. It’s also about knowing which resources to turn to when you need them.
The portal helps students find reliable information about student life. It provides support not only with administrative procedures, but also with any practical issues that may arise throughout the year.
Specific arrangements for particular routes
The special back-to-school feature also highlights specific schemes. These relate in particular to gap years, entrepreneurship, student artists and elite athletes.
This information provides a better understanding of the opportunities available whilst studying. It also helps students to plan a course of study that is better suited to their personal, professional or sporting ambitions.
Each situation may require specific steps to be taken. That is why it is worth consulting the official resources before making a decision or submitting an application.
Cultural events, top tips and student life
Student life isn’t just about lectures and administrative tasks. This special back-to-school feature also highlights the cultural events and top tips available to students.
This information can make it easier to settle in, encourage you to discover new activities and help you get the most out of the academic year.
In addition, etudiant.gouv.fr provides year-round information on financial support, administrative procedures and support schemes. The website therefore remains useful long after the start of the academic year.
Student jobs and useful apps
The special back-to-school feature also provides practical information on finding a student job. This is an important issue for many students who wish to help fund part of their academic year or gain their first taste of the workplace.
The resources provided also cover apps that are useful in everyday life. They can help you organise yourself better, save time and access certain services more easily.
These practical tips complement the information on accommodation, financial support, healthcare and administrative procedures. They provide a more comprehensive overview of what students need to know as they prepare for the start of the 2026 academic year.
Links, social media and official information
To view the special back-to-school feature, go to: https://www.etudiant.gouv.fr/fr/rentree2026.
Throughout the summer, news and advice for the new school year are also available on social media via the account @studentgov and the hashtag # Start of Term Etu 2026.
Etudiant.gouv.fr is the leading national portal published by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Space, in partnership with the Crous. It provides reliable information on student life, administrative procedures, financial support and schemes designed to assist students with their studies.
FAQ
Where can I find official information about the start of the 2026 academic year?
Official information is available at etudiant.gouv.fr. The special back-to-school feature can be found at the following address: https://www.etudiant.gouv.fr/fr/rentree2026.
What topics are covered in the special back-to-school feature?
This guide covers administrative procedures, student accommodation, financial support, grants, student health, student jobs and useful apps for everyday life.
Does the report mention student accommodation?
Yes. It covers student accommodation, providing information on options offered by the CROUS and the private sector. These resources help students prepare more effectively for their search before the start of the academic year.
What financial support is available for students?
This guide provides information on financial support and student grants. It helps students identify the schemes that are relevant to their circumstances.
Is there any information available on specific routes?
Yes. The document mentions specific schemes such as the gap year, entrepreneurship, student-artist status and the pathway for elite athletes.
How can you follow back-to-school advice on social media?
News and advice are shared throughout the summer on social media via the @etudiantgouv account and the hashtag #RentreeEtu2026.
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