Dear students, we have the pleasure to inform you that the third edition of the Summer School 'The European Identity: Past, Present, and Future' organized by the International Office of the University of Strasbourg, will take place from June 16th to 26th, 2026. During these two weeks, you will attend high-quality interdisciplinary courses exploring various aspects of European culture, politics, law, history, as well as society, taught by renowned professors and researchers with international experience. This broad scope of topics will provide an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of European integration, governance, and global challenges. Academic courses will go hand in hand with meetings and discussions with representatives of European institutions, as well as guided tours, in order to discover the unique cultural heritage of Strasbourg’s region, located at the very heart of Europe.
View Provisional Program here
Why Should You Participate in This Summer School?
The European Summer School at the University of Strasbourg attracts students from all over the world and the lectures involve dynamic debates, therefore offering a platform to share ideas and engage with different perspectives. By attending this program, you will build up academic knowledge, be immersed in an international environment allowing you to appreciate a diversity of cultures, expand your network, and above all, gain unique enriching personal experiences.
A little bit more about Strasbourg and its surroundings:
Strasbourg is considered a 'Capital of Europe' because it hosts key European institutions, including the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, and the European Court of Human Rights. During the Summer School, you will have the chance to visit these institutions, engage with experts, and gain firsthand insight into the workings of European Institutions.
Furthermore, Strasbourg is a vibrant, culturally rich city, offering a mix of French and German influences due to its history, which is noticeable through the city's architecture, traditional museums and local cuisine. And, last but not least, its central location allows you to take a train and easily travel to other European cities, like Paris, Brussels, Berlin, or Geneva.
The registration fee is 1850 euros.
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Services included in this fee are the following:
- Academic courses.
- Cultural tours (in Strasbourg and in its surroundings).
- Breakfast/lunch/dinner at the university dining hall (Monday to Friday only, from June 15th to 26th, 2026).
- Accommodation in the university residences.
(Dates covered by university residence accommodation: June 12th to 29th, 2026. Any additional night must be booked in advance and paid for at the university residence, if available).
- Travel tickets for Strasbourg public transport (from June 14th to 28th, 2026).
- Travel costs to cultural sites outside Strasbourg.
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Services not included in the fee are the following:
- Round trip costs to and from Strasbourg.
- Breakfast/lunch/dinner during the weekend.
-Medical/travel insurance in France (it is mandatory to have a medical and liability insurance covering you for the entire duration of your stay in France).
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Important dates to remember for the upcoming months:
- Opening registration: October 15th, 2025.
- Closing registration: November 15th, 2025.
- Reviewing applications: Week of November 17th, 2025.
- Confirmation of selection: Last week of November 2025.
- Payment of registration fee : From December 1st to 17th, 2025.
- Sending acceptance letters: Beginning of January 2026.
- Virtual information session: Between March and May 2026.
- Start of the Summer School: June 15th, 2026.
- End of the Summer School: June 27th, 2026.
- Departure from Strasbourg: Accommodation available no later than June 29th, 2026.
Our international team would be thrilled to welcome you at the University of Strasbourg in June 2026 for this new edition of the Summer School 'The European Identity: Past, Present, and Future'!
Access the Registration Form here
For any further requests you may have, please don't hesitate to contact us at dri-short-programs@unistra.fr.
Warm regards,
International Office Unistra
Team DRI Short Programs