Salon de l'Etudiant in Arras 2026: guidance and hotels

The Salon de l'Etudiant à Arras is the yearly meeting point for students looking to shape their academic future in the Hauts-de-France region. Over a full day, attendees can browse stands from universities, business and engineering schools, BTS programmes and more, while joining free talks on Parcoursup, apprenticeships and career paths. Organised by L'Etudiant together with the Région académique Hauts-de-France, the City of Arras and Arras Communauté Urbaine, the fair also features practical spaces such as a student housing mock-up and representatives from CROUS, France Travail and CPAM. Entry is free but advance registration is required. The 2026 edition takes place on Thursday 12 November at the Hall Atrebate of Artois Expo in Saint-Laurent-Blangy, open from 9am to 5pm. It is a key date for anyone seeking guidance on higher education, apprenticeships or a first job.