Rent, a scholarship, and assistance from the CAF. In 2026, students receiving scholarships have a significant advantage. Their status grants them rights that other students simply do not have. 

Every new academic year raises the same question: How can students finance their housing without jeopardizing their academic progress? In 2026, the answer lies primarily with scholarship recipients. 

The reform of the Finance Act has refocused financial aid on the most vulnerable students. APL, ALF, and ALS are fully available to scholarship recipients, regardless of their nationality. Better yet, the income deductions are more favorable than for non-scholarship recipients.

From scholarship tiers to APL amounts, including Visale and Mobili-Jeune, here you’ll find all the practical information you need to secure your housing and reduce your rent as soon as the school year begins. This guide reveals everything you need to know to make the most of every euro, even before you unpack your boxes.