University of Strasbourg (UNISTRA)

The University of Strasbourg (UNISTRA) was founded by the Protestant scholar Johann Sturm in the 16th century. Over time, this gymnasium evolved into an academy and later gained university status, eventually becoming a Royal University in 1631. UNISTRA achieved this progress through the establishment of libraries and institutes, collaboration with renowned scholars, and the diversification of academic disciplines.

Today, the University of Strasbourg has the second-largest international student population in France after the University of Paris. With 57,000 students, it offers education at both undergraduate and advanced levels across a wide range of disciplines.

As one of the most significant international actors in scientific research, the University of Strasbourg is composed of academic departments operating in various fields, central services, and a governing body led by a president elected through an electoral process.

UNISTRA comprises 73 research units as well as 6 research federations. These research structures are affiliated with one of the university’s 10 doctoral schools. Nobel laureates in chemistry and physics are among those who teach at this institution.