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The University of Orléans, founded in 1306, is one of France’s oldest universities and hosts students from nearly 90 countries. It offers a lively campus experience with cultural events, sports, student associations, and excellent student services, including a Welcome Center for international students. The university is known for its strong focus on research and innovation, with 25 research units and close ties to regional and international industries. 

Number of students: 21 106
Total number of personnel: 2 243
Total number of academic personnel: 1 813

The academic year is divided into two semesters:
• Winter Semester – mid-September to mid-January
• Summer Semester – mid-January to mid-June

Faculties: 

• College of Law, Economics and Management
• College of Humanities, Languages and Social Sciences
• College of Science and Technology.
• 4 University Institutes of Technology (IUT) : Bourges, Chartres, Indre, Orléans
• Observatory of the Sciences of the Universe in the Centre-Val de Loire region (OSUC)
• National Higher Schools for Professors and Educators (INSPE)
• Engineering School (Polytech)
• University School of Physiotherapy (EUK)
• Medical School 

Learn more about the University of Orléans on their website: https://www.univ-orleans.fr/en