This page gathers experiences of Erasmus students who have lived in Rennes and allows you to compare impressions before choosing a destination. It serves to get an idea of university life, the international atmosphere, and the procedures that other students consider important. It is advisable to read several entries and check the date, because accommodation prices and services can change.
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Sorted by the deadline that closes first.
GROUPE RENNES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS4 days
| Nomination · spring term | 10 October 2026 | 4 days |
|---|---|---|
| Application · spring term | 20 October 2026 | 14 days |
| Nomination · autumn term | 10 May 2027 | 216 days |
| Application · autumn term | 20 May 2027 | 226 days |
exchange@rennes-sb.com+330299546377University website ↗University page →
ECOLE NATIONALE SUPERIEURE DE CHIMIE9 days
| Application · spring term | 15 October 2026 | 9 days |
|---|---|---|
| Nomination · autumn term | 2 May 2027 | 208 days |
| Application · autumn term | 31 May 2027 | 237 days |
| Nomination · spring term | 15 September 2027 | 344 days |
admissions@ensc-rennes.fr+330223238118University website ↗University page →
ECOLE SUPERIEURE EUROPEENNE D'ART DE BRETAGNE26 days
| Nomination · spring term | 1 November 2026 | 26 days |
|---|---|---|
| Application · spring term | 15 November 2026 | 40 days |
| Nomination · autumn term | 1 May 2027 | 207 days |
| Application · autumn term | 15 May 2027 | 221 days |
contact@eesab.fr+33223622264University website ↗University page →
L'ECOLE SUPERIEURE D'ART DRAMATIQUE DU THEATRE NATIONAL DE BRETAGNE40 days
| Nomination · spring term | 15 November 2026 | 40 days |
|---|---|---|
| Application · spring term | 15 November 2026 | 40 days |
| Nomination · autumn term | 15 May 2027 | 221 days |
| Application · autumn term | 15 May 2027 | 221 days |
ecole@t-n-b.fr+33299311280University website ↗University page →
OGEC Jean PaulII de la Salle60 days
| Nomination · spring term | 5 December 2026 | 60 days |
|---|---|---|
| Application · spring term | 5 January 2027 | 91 days |
| Nomination · autumn term | 5 June 2027 | 242 days |
| Application · autumn term | 5 July 2027 | 272 days |
international.dls@groupe-saintjean.fr+33299871212University website ↗University page →
Average cost of living
What a month costs, where it goes and how it compares.
980€a month
EstimateUsually between 785 and 1,175 € a month.
Where the month goes
- Rent520 €
- Food275 €
- Transport45 €
- Leisure and other140 €
France average · 895 €
Compared with other destinations
More expensive than 95% of Erasmus destinations.
Where do these figures come from?
This is an estimate: it starts from Eurostat price indices (2024) for rent, food, transport and leisure in France, adjusted for city size and checked against Numbeo (2026-09) and the European Commission's Erasmus student survey. Think of a shared flat and cooking at home. It is not a market price and does not include flights or your home university fees.
What others say
Stories and questions from students who were there.
Are there still residence places available upon arrival in September, or is it better to book private accommodation before traveling?
Grupo Erasmus Rennes
- Erasmus student
Which Crous residences in Rennes usually accept Erasmus students and what is the actual application schedule for the next academic year?
19:17 - Erasmus student
How much does a room in Villejean, Beaulieu, or the city center currently cost, including bills and deposit?
19:17 - Erasmus student
What documentation in French does the Crous request from a Spanish student and how is the CAF aid processed?
19:20
This forum gathers questions and answers from expats and residents about Rennes, including student employment threads, international groups, and adapting to the city. The conversations show which doubts remain open, for example where to meet people or how to find a job, but some posts are old. Use it to ask specific questions and verify any legal, rental, or employment advice with an official source.
See the forumWhich metro and bus lines are most practical for traveling from Villejean or Beaulieu to the city center and the campus?
Which subjects in English can an exchange student choose at Rennes 2 and when does the Learning Agreement close?
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Questions
How many universities in Rennes take Erasmus students?
7 universities in Rennes publish their Erasmus+ deadlines in the European Commission's database, and the first to close is GROUPE RENNES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, on 10 October 2026. Which of them you can actually apply to depends on the bilateral agreements your home university has signed.
When is the Erasmus deadline in Rennes?
The earliest one in Rennes is nomination · spring term at GROUPE RENNES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, on 10 October 2026. Every university has its own: the full list, sorted by what closes first, is on this page.
How much does it cost to live in Rennes as an Erasmus student?
We estimate about €980 a month in Rennes (typically between €785 and €1175): €520 for rent, €275 for food, €45 for transport and €140 for leisure. This is an estimate built on Eurostat price indices (2024) and cross-checked against Numbeo, not a market price, and it does not include flights or your home university's tuition.