Student assistance / Students with disabilities

Higher education scholarships: applications for scholarships and/or housing are made via the " Student Social File." There is no age limit for students recognized as having a disability. They also benefit from three additional years of scholarship eligibility.

Catering: All university restaurants and cafeterias are accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Accommodation: Some university campuses and residences have accessible accommodation for students with disabilities.
Apply for accessible accommodation by clicking here.

Social services: located at the Crous and on university campuses (Montpellier, Nîmes, Perpignan), social service assistants welcome students, regardless of their course of study. They listen to students, provide support, information, and advice, and refer them to the various social assistance services available.

Contact: Tel : +33 (0)4 73 34 64 14
Email (Please include your full name, date of birth, INE number, sector and place of study, telephone number, and a brief description of your request in three lines or less).

More info: https://www.crous-montpellier.fr/

The various types of housing assistance available: Moving awayto study is often the first big step towards independence. And with your first apartment comes your first responsibilities. Fortunately, there are several types of assistance available to support young people during this transition. Housing allowances, available through the CAF, can cover part of your rent. In some cases, it is also possible to benefit from social housing for students or local assistance. At the same time, it is important to take care of energy formalities quickly: choose a supplier such as TotalEnergies, activate your gas or electricity contract, and allow time for it to be connected before you move in. These steps are essential to avoid finding yourself in a home without light or heating.

Information about student insurance: Beforetaking out a policy, it is essential to understand the different types of insurance that a student may need. Health insurance supplements Social Security coverage and helps avoid significant expenses: a simple consultation with a specialist can cost between €50 and €100. Student mutual insurance companies, available from €10 per month, offer coverage tailored to the needs of young people. In addition, home insurance is mandatory for tenants. It costs an average of €30 per year and protects against common risks such as water damage. In addition, there is civil liability insurance, which covers damage caused to third parties. It is often included in comprehensive packages, available from €50 per year from organizations such as ADH. These combined packages are an economical solution while providing comprehensive coverage.