Because some subjects require more detailed information, the International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO) of Université Grenoble Alpes organizes information webinars on various topics: accommodation, residence permits, steps to take upon arrival, healthcare, etc.
You will find here the programme, as well as the links to register to the upcoming information sessions.
The French rental system and the search for accommodation in Valence
Description
What housing options are available to international students in Valence? Is it possible to get into a CROUS residence hall? How much will it cost you? What is a guarantor, a lease?
ISSO will answer all these questions and many more, to help you fully understand the French rental system and prepare for an effective search for housing in Valence.
Format
Live webinar
Target audience
Future international students coming to study at UGA in 2026-2027.
Campus Grenoble: ❌
Campus Valence: ✅
Duration
1 hour
Dates and times
In French:
- Friday 22 May 2026, at 13:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Monday 8 June 2026, at 13:30 (UTC +2:00) In English:
- Friday 29 May 2026, at 13:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Friday 26 June 2026, at 13:30 (UTC +2:00)
What is a guarantor, a lease, a check-in inventory?
How much costs a security deposit? What are the steps to take if you plan to leave your accommodation?
Format
Live webinar
Target audience
Future international students coming to study at UGA in 2026-2027.
Campus Grenoble: ✅
Campus Valence: ✅
Duration
30 minutes
Dates and times
In French:
- Friday 29 May 2026, at 14:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Wednesday 10 June 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00) In English:
- Monday 1 June 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Thursday 11 June 2026, at 14:30 (UTC +2:00)
What criteria should you consider? What budget should you allow for? What is the CROUS?
ISSO will answer these questions and many more, to help you best prepare in your search for accommodation in Grenoble and Valence.
Format
Live webinar
Target audience
Future international students coming to study at UGA in 2026-2027.
Campus Grenoble: ✅
Campus Valence: ✅
Duration
1 hour
Dates and times
In French:
- Wednesday 27 May 2026, at 14:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Thursday 4 June 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Monday 8 June 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00) In English:
- Thursday 28 May 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Friday 5 June 2026, at 15:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Tuesday 9 June 2026, at 15:30 (UTC +2:00)
Interested in joining a shared accommodation?
During this information session, we will explain the different types of contracts existing, their advantages and downsides, and what should you look out for before starting your search.
Format
Live webinar
Target audience
Future international students coming to study at UGA in 2026-2027.
Campus Grenoble: ✅
Campus Valence: ✅
Duration
30 minutes
Dates and times
In French:
- Wednesday 3 June 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00)
- Friday 12 June 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00) In English:
- Thursday 4 June 2026, at 14: 30 (UTC +2:00)
- Friday 12 June 2026, at 14:30 (UTC +2:00)
You have been accepted on an exchange or double degree program for the academic year 2026-2027?
Find out in this webinar what ISSO can do to help you in your search for accommodation, and how this support works: partnerships, procedure to follow, timetable...
Format
Live webinar
Target audience
International students coming to Grenoble for a mobility within the framework of a partnership with UGA, in 2026-2027.
Campus Grenoble: ✅
Campus Valence: ❌
Duration
45 minutes
Dates and times
In French:
- Tuesday 2 June 2026, at 10 :30 (UTC +2:00)
- Monday 15 June 2026, at 15 :30 (UTC +2:00)
- Wednesday 17 June 2026, at 10 :00 (UTC +2:00) In English:
- Wednesday 3 June 2026, at 14 :30 (UTC +2:00)
- Tuesday 16 June 2026, at 10 :30 (UTC +2:00)
- Thursday 18 June 2026, at 15 : 00 (UTC +2:00)
Access link
Restricted access.
Access link available on the UGA’s accommodation platform (you will receive your access codes to the platform by email).
Crous residences: steps to take to confirm your reservation and enter your accommodation
Description
You have been accepted on an exchange or double degree program for the 2026-2027 academic year and will be staying in a Crous Residence?
During this webinar, ISSO will take you through the steps you need to take to finalize your reservation, put together your rental file and organize your arrival in the residence.
Format
Live webinar
Target audience
International students coming for a mobility within the framework of a partnership with UGA, in 2026-2027.
Campus Grenoble: ✅
Campus Valence: ✅
Duration
30 minutes
Dates and times
In French:
- Wednesday 1 July 2026, at 11:00 (UTC +2:00)
- Friday 3 July 2026, at 14:30 (UTC +2:00) In English:
- Thursday 2 July 2026, at 15: 00 (UTC +2:00)
- Monday 6 July 2026, at 10:30 (UTC +2:00)
Access link
Restricted access.
The access link will be sent by email to the eligible students.
In the section ‘Getting organized’ of the UGA International web portal, you can find all the information you need to settle in Grenoble or Valence, and for your every day life. Getting organized
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