Central School of Lyon: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1184 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #459 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #45 of 224 | In France |
| #8 of 27 | In Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes |
| #441 of 4,673 | For Meteorology and Atmospheric Science |
| Top50% | For 63 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 15%
- Enrollment
- 2,920
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.ec-lyon.fr
- Languages
- French;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 15% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Competitive entrance examination following 2-3 yrs further study after secondary school certificate (baccalauréat) or equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | September to July |
| Enrollment | 2,920 |
We've calculated the 15% acceptance rate for Central School of Lyon based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Central School of Lyon has published 9,934 scientific papers with 208,437 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Computer Science, Organic Chemistry, and Optical Engineering.
Central School of Lyon majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 110 | 587 |
| 1994 | 120 | 636 |
| 1995 | 106 | 669 |
| 1996 | 150 | 817 |
| 1997 | 159 | 1014 |
| 1998 | 167 | 1147 |
| 1999 | 204 | 1402 |
| 2000 | 177 | 1482 |
| 2001 | 185 | 1722 |
| 2002 | 255 | 2318 |
| 2003 | 219 | 2726 |
| 2004 | 211 | 3095 |
| 2005 | 266 | 3680 |
| 2006 | 307 | 4055 |
| 2007 | 327 | 4530 |
| 2008 | 332 | 4953 |
| 2009 | 331 | 5448 |
| 2010 | 329 | 6068 |
| 2011 | 374 | 6906 |
| 2012 | 334 | 7243 |
| 2013 | 367 | 8063 |
| 2014 | 318 | 8577 |
| 2015 | 371 | 9150 |
| 2016 | 304 | 9580 |
| 2017 | 278 | 9739 |
| 2018 | 292 | 10662 |
| 2019 | 283 | 11641 |
| 2020 | 273 | 12070 |
| 2021 | 354 | 13477 |
| 2022 | 425 | 12748 |
| 2023 | 494 | 13370 |
| 2024 | 517 | 14053 |
| 2025 | 281 | 12848 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Central School of Lyon gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | 12,000 |
| Master's Degree | 15,000 |
| PhD Program | 18,000 |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Central School of Lyon.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | Yes | Yes |
| Business | No | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | No | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | No | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | No | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | No | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | No | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Diplôme d'ingénieur | Energy Engineering, Engineering |
|---|---|
| Master | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Energy Engineering, Finance, History, Industrial Engineering, Insurance, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanics, Nanotechnology, Philosophy, Psychology, Public Health, Science Education, Sound Engineering (Acoustics), Telecommunications Engineering |
Central School of Lyon alumni
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Paul-Émile Victor
- Occupations
- explorerscientistethnologistwriterpolar explorer
- Biography
-
Paul-Émile Victor was a French ethnologist and explorer.
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Marc Riboud
- Enrolled in the Central School of Lyon
- Studied in 1945-1948
- Occupations
- war photographerFrench resistance fighterphotojournalistreporterphotographer
- Biography
-
Marc Riboud was a French photographer, best known for his extensive reports on the Far East: The Three Banners of China, Face of North Vietnam, Visions of China, and In China.
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Laurent Naouri
- Occupations
- opera singerperforming artist
- Biography
-
Laurent Naouri, Chevalier L.H. is a French bass-baritone. Initially beginning his education at the École Centrale de Lyon, Naouri decided to concentrate on opera in 1986 and continued his musical studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where in his final year in June 1991 he appeared as the Director in Les mamelles de Tirésias.
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Omar Balafrej
- Enrolled in the Central School of Lyon
- 1993-1997 graduated with diplôme d'ingénieur
- Occupations
- engineerpolitician
- Biography
-
Omar Balafrej is a Moroccan politician, He served as a member of the Moroccan parliament from 2016 to 2021, representing his hometown Rabat, and was one of the two members of Unified Socialist Party at the time. Since 2014, he is also a board member of the African Innovation Foundation, providing strategic advice and technical support to strengthen the innovation landscape in Africa.
Central School of Lyon faculties and divisions
| Campus Abroad : Beijin | Engineering |
|---|---|
| Department/Division : Communication, Languages, Business, Sport | Arts and Humanities, Economics, Management, Modern Languages, Sports |
| Department/Division : Electronics and Automation | Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation |
| Department/Division : Fluid Mechanics, Acoustics and Energy | Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sound Engineering (Acoustics) |
| Department/Division : Materials and Surfaces Science and Techniques | Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Physical Engineering, Physics |
| Department/Division : Mathematics and Computer Science | Mathematics and Computer Science |
| Department/Division : Solid Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering | Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
General information
| Alternative names | ECL École Centrale de Lyon |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1857 |
| Accreditation | Engineering Titles Commission (CTI); Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation |
| Motto | Former des ingénieurs innovants, humanistes et ouverts sur le monde |
Location and contacts
| Address | 36, avenue Guy de Collongue BP 163 Ecully, 69134 France |
|---|---|
| City population | 18,000 |