Université de Technologie de Compiègne (UTC), founded in 1972 as a new kind of public institution, combines the concept of a traditional university with that of a grande école specializing in engineering. UTC has an enrollment of 4,500, a faculty of 450, and an administrative and technical staff of 400. It is consistently ranked among the best engineering programs in France. UTC’s international orientation attracts students from every continent. Dedicated support services and special programs help international students adjust quickly to life at UTC.