Salon de l'Etudiant in Orléans 2026: guidance and where to stay

The Salon de l'Etudiant in Orléans returns on Saturday 5 December 2026 at Parc Expo CO'MET, running from 9 am to 5 pm. It is the yearly meet-up for students deciding what to study after high school and for anyone who wants reliable information before filling in their Parcoursup applications. Across the day, exhibitors include universities, business and engineering schools, BTS and BUT programmes, preparatory classes and work-study training centres. Teachers, guidance counsellors and current students give straightforward answers about course content, entry requirements, internships and graduate outcomes. The event is co-organised with the Académie d'Orléans-Tours and Orléans Métropole. Alongside the stands, there is a full programme of talks hosted by L'Etudiant journalists, covering the Parcoursup calendar, work-study options, choosing between university and technical tracks, and CV advice. Admission is free but registration is mandatory and gives you access to a personalised invitation. If you are travelling in from elsewhere, it is worth booking accommodation near CO'Met in advance. The venue sits on Rue du Président Robert Schuman, well connected to the city centre and the train station.