The UCLouvain Saint‑Louis Bruxelles campus is located in the heart of Brussels, the capital of Belgium and an important political and cultural center in Europe. The campus is situated near the Botanique district, close to major landmarks such as the Grand Place and the Saints Michael and Gudula Cathedral, making it easily accessible by public transport, including nearby metro stations like Rogier and Botanique.

There are around 3650 students in the university.

Applicants must have completed a recognized secondary school diploma that gives access to higher education in their home country. Diplomas such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate are accepted without equivalency procedures. Students with most non-Belgian diplomas must obtain an official equivalence to the Belgian Certificate of Higher Secondary Education (CESS) from the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles. The equivalence request usually needs to be submitted before 15 July of the admission year. For many non-EU applicants, the university requires a minimum average of about 13/20 (around 65%) in the final secondary-school results to be considered for admission. Applicants generally must have completed their secondary education within the last 7 years prior to applying for a bachelor’s program. Since most undergraduate programs are taught in French, students must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in French to follow university courses successfully.

Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor’s degree (minimum three years of higher education or about 180 ECTS credits) in a relevant field. The degree must allow access to master’s studies in the country where it was obtained. For many programs especially for non-EU applicants the university expects a minimum academic average of around 13/20 (about 65%) in previous university studies. Applications are evaluated by the academic admissions committee of the faculty. Students must prove proficiency in the language of instruction: French-taught programs: proof of French language ability (usually B2 level). English-taught programs: tests such as IELTS (about 7.0), TOEFL iBT (around 95), or equivalent C1-level certification may be required depending on the program. International applicants generally need to submit: Completed online application form Bachelor’s degree certificate and academic transcripts Curriculum vitae (CV) Motivation letter explaining the study plan Language proficiency certificate Copy of passport or identity document. Some master’s programs may require additional coursework, entrance evaluations, or prerequisite subjects to ensure the applicant has the necessary academic background for the program.

Student safety at UCLouvain Saint-Louis Bruxelles is supported through a combination of campus security services, emergency procedures, and student support systems. The university provides a dedicated emergency contact number and on-call safety service, allowing students to quickly reach campus security or emergency responders in case of accidents, illness, theft, or other incidents.

Student life at UCLouvain Saint-Louis Bruxelles is vibrant and multicultural, reflecting its location in the heart of Brussels. The university offers a welcoming environment where students can participate in numerous student associations, cultural clubs, academic groups, and social events throughout the year.

Housing accommodation for students at UCLouvain Saint-Louis Bruxelles includes both on-campus residences and private student housing options in Brussels. The university offers rooms in the Ommegang Residence, located directly on the campus near the main lecture halls.

Recruitment and career opportunities for students at UCLouvain Saint‑Louis Bruxelles are supported through structured career services, partnerships with employers, and professional development programs that help students transition into the job market.