Founded in 1875, the Université Catholique de Lille is the largest private university in France. Located in Lille, it is known for its commitment to high-quality education, research, and innovation. It is active in higher education, research and social service, especially through its hospital and medical-social activities. It is based on the human and Christian values that have animated it from the beginning.

One of the unique features of Université Catholique de Lille is its emphasis on internationalisation. With a network of more than 500 partner universities around the world, the Université Catholique de Lille values and strengthens its links abroad, thus promoting international openness and collaboration. It is actively committed to enriching the academic experience of its students and researchers. It is closely linked to its partners and is an actor of transition in the contemporary world thanks to its research projects, entrepreneurship, the inclusion of the most vulnerable populations and energy and societal transition.