International Welcome Days

To make the arrival of its new international students easier, UPEC is organizing its International Welcome Days from September 3 to 24, 2026.

Take advantage of one-on-one support at the Welcome Desk in Créteil and enjoy a wide range of friendly activities to discover the university, explore its services, and meet other students.

Please note: with the exception of the Welcome Desk, all activities require prior registration and are subject to availability. An email will be sent to confirm your registration.

DISCOVER THE PROGRAM

Welcome Desk

September 3 to 24, drop in from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Monday to Friday
Maison des langues et des relations internationales, mail des Mèches Campus, Créteil

The Welcome Desk is a multi-service reception point set up to ease your arrival. Student advisors are available from Monday to Friday to help you with administrative formalities and settling in France, and to answer all your practical questions.

You can also benefit from the presence of university services representatives and experts during dedicated hours. To make the most of your visit, make sure to bring the necessary documents to complete the administrative steps.
 

• Administrative registration at UPEC: Thursday 3, Friday 11 and Monday 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Service Inscription et Organisation des Études (SIOE)
• Housing and social support: Thursdays, 3 and 10 from 10 a.m.  to 12 p.m. - Service Vie de Campus (Campus Life Office)
• Social security registration, Assurance Maladie, Social Aid: Monday, 7 and Tuesdays 15 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Assurance Maladie (CPAM du Val-de-Marne), Caisse d'Allocations Familiales (Caf 94)
• Residence permit: Wednesdays, 9 from 2 to 4 p.m., 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. - Office of International Affairs

Discover the University - Student meet-ups and activities

Take part in one or more of the activities on offer — it is the perfect opportunity to discover your new environment and the university’s services, as well as to meet new people in a welcoming setting. It's time to make your first unforgettable memories in France!

Please note: spots are limited and registration is required. These activities are reserved for international students.

University presentation

Tuesday, September 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Faculté de sciences économiques et de gestion - Hall 101, mail des Mèches Campus
Do not miss your institutional welcome session to start the day with a delicious French breakfast and a complete overview of the university and its services. The perfect start to your journey at UPEC.
 

Campus Tour

Wednesday, September 9 from 12 to 2 p.m.
Departure: Lobby of the Maison des langues et des relations internationales, mail des Mèches Campus
A guided tour to discover the mail des Mèches and Centre Créteil campuses.

Croisière sur la Seine (Cruise on the Seine)

Friday, September 18 at 4:30 p.m., Paris 1st arrondissement
Join a guided boat tour and let yourself cruise along the Seine while discovering the treasures of Parisian heritage. The exact boarding location will be provided in the email confirming your registration.

French as a Foreign Language Courses

Boost your chances of succeding and adapting to life at UPEC by quickly improving your French skills and gaining confidence. Take advantage of 20 hours of free French classes. Registration for these courses will open online from September 7 to 18. The registration link will be sent to you by email when the registration form opens. Online registration is required to attend the classes.

International Students' night

Thursday, September 24 at 8 p.m., Paris
Enjoy a festive evening to get to know each other better in a Parisian club (event reserved for international students over 18). The exact address will be provided in the registration confirmation email.

All these activities require prior registration:

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CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION

For any question regarding our International Welcome Days, please contact: international-event@u-pec.fr

Studying elsewhere than on Créteil campuses? Dedicated International Students Welcome Days are also organized at IUT of Sénart-Fontainebleau and IEP of Fontainebleau campuses.

With the participation of: