Maritime Engineering Event 2026: Highlights from a successful 3rd edition in Caen
Studying at BUILDERS Engineering School in Caen: choosing an outstanding engineering school in France’s 4th best student city.
Caen, a nationally recognized destination for higher education.
Choosing an engineering school means much more than choosing a program. The living environment, career opportunities, quality of facilities, and student experience all play a key role in academic success.
This is precisely what sets Caen apart.
According to the 2026 ranking of the best student cities published by l’Etudiant, Caen ranks 4th among French student cities This recognition confirms the growing appeal of the Norman capital among students, higher education institutions, and companies.
For future engineers, this recognition represents a key advantage: studying in Caen means benefiting from an environment that supports academic success, innovation, and career development.
Caen, the 4th best student city in France
The L’Étudiant ranking is based on several key criteria:
Quality of life
Regional attractiveness
Student housing
Academic programs
Jobs
Transport
Cultural vibrancy
Student life
International openness
Caen particularly stands out for its outstanding balance between student life, a controlled cost of living, and access to career opportunities.
Unlike some major metropolitan areas where students have to deal with high housing costs and lengthy commute times, Caen provides a more accessible living environment while maintaining high-quality university facilities.
Several figures highlight this dynamic:
Attractiveness +41.29% growth in the number of students over the past 10 years
515 academic programs available across the metropolitan area
Students represent nearly 20% of Caen’s population
Excellent quality of life
426€ average monthly rent for a studio apartment
But above all, 98.15% of students recommend Caen! !
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