Centrale Nantes has an ongoing partnership with CROUS and some private residences. The International Relations Department can thus book accommodation on behalf of new incoming international students. If you are a new incoming international student, the International Relations Department will contact you directly by email by June with regards to your accommodation.
A limited number of places are available in the Max Schmitt Residence on campus for:
Learn more about the Centrale Nantes Residence "Max Schmitt"
Intergenerational housing is where different generations share accommodation and social interaction.
You can also visit social networks and groups. We urge you to be extra vigilant to avoid scams.
Accommodation in Nantes is generally advertised by district or 'quartier'. We recommend that you look for accommodation close to public transport, in particular tramway line 2. Here are a number of districts where you may want to focus your attention:
In most instances, student residences or landlords will ask you to provide a guarantor for your rent in France. A guarantor is legally responsible should you default on your rent. He or she brings financial security to reassure your landlord: with a guarantor at your side, the landlord trusts your ability to fully pay your rent in due time.
The residence's welcoming office and landlords will hand over room keys if - and only if - you have provided proof of accommodation insurance. A housing insurance certificate is therefore compulsory. Centrale Nantes has an ongoing close relationship with SMERRA that can provide you with housing insurance before your arrival in Nantes.
For further information, contact the international relations office: international245112b2-1d93-4e73-bda8-8b340bd3c03f@ec-nantes.fr
You may also wish to enquire about insurance partnerships offered directly by the residence or other companies, such as:
Financial support from the CAF French and international students are eligible to receive financial support (known as APL in French) from the CAF (Caisses d'Allocations Familiales). The CAF is a French government organism that covers part of the monthly cost of rent paid for student accommodation – the allocated amount depends on the type of accommodation and on your income. Applications are made online and can only be submitted once you have your keys and rent contract. Follow the CAF procedure in English (last updated for 2018) according to your situation below:
More information on the CAF website (in French)
A practical tool to put together your digital rental file.
You will need to choose an energy supplier in order to have electricity when you move in to your accommodation. Studywatt, a school partner, makes it easy for you to get electricity when you move in. In just a few clicks, you can take out an electricity contract with one of their partner suppliers and activate your metre on the day you move in. A free platform is available in 4 languages. An advisor is available from Monday to Friday to help you. Switch on your electricity at: https://www.studywatt.fr/?partner=ECN by entering the partner code: ECN.
