Study in Poland: 2026-27 Guide
English-taught degrees in a European Union country. You can work while you study, and you get a 9-month job-search permit after. A plain guide for students from India and Pakistan.
Poland Study Guide
Almost 350
Universities and colleges
PLN 1,500 to 2,000
Average living costs a month
9 months
Graduate job-search permit
Why Choose Poland for Your Studies?
European Degrees
Degrees follow one European system, called the Bologna Process, and use ECTS credits (European study credit points).
Work While You Study
Work without a work permit as a full-time student, and a 9-month job-search permit after graduation.
Living Costs
PLN 1,500 to PLN 2,000 a month on average for a student in a dormitory.
Poland at a Glance
Essential information about Poland to help you get oriented for your study abroad journey.
Language
Polish (many programmes taught in English)
Capital
Warsaw
Population
38 million
Currency
Polish zloty (PLN)
Time Zone
Central European Time
Climate
Cold winters, hot summers
Academic Year
October to June, two semesters
Average Living Costs
PLN 1,500 to 2,000 a month
Almost 350
Universities and colleges
38 million
Population
PLN 1,500 to 2,000
Average living costs a month
5.5
IELTS minimum for B2
Top Universities in Poland for International Students
| University | Top Programs | Int'l Students |
|---|---|---|
| University of Warsaw (opens in a new tab) | International Relations, Business and Management, International Economics | Over 40,000 |
| Jagiellonian University (opens in a new tab) | Programmes in Polish and in English | - |
| Warsaw University of Technology (opens in a new tab) | Computer Science, Data Science, Robotics, Civil Engineering | - |
| AGH University of Krakow (opens in a new tab) | Computer Science, Mechatronic Engineering, Space Engineering | - |
- Computer Science
- Business and Management
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Robotics
- Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree
The Polish names are licencjat or inżynier (bachelor's degree).
- 3 to 4 years (6 to 7 semesters)
- At least 180 ECTS credits (European study credit points)
Master's degree
The Polish name is magister (master's degree).
- 1.5 to 2 years (3 to 5 semesters)
Doctoral school (PhD study)
For holders of a master's degree.
- Usually 3 to 4 years
Master's in Poland for International Students
What a master's in Poland looks like for students from India and Pakistan.
Program Duration
1.5 to 2 years (3 to 5 semesters)
Language Requirements
English at B2 or higher, from Poland's list of accepted tests
Grading System
5 (best) to 2 (fail)
October start
Application dates differ by university, from about February to July
• Most programmes start in October.
February start
WUT: 7 December 2026 for February 2027
• Some programmes, such as WUT master's, start in February.
Application Tips:
- • Apply in each university's own online system.
Admission Requirements for Studying in Poland
Everything you need to know about eligibility criteria, required documents, and application processes for Poland universities.
| Course Level | Academic Requirements | Language Requirements | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | A school certificate that lets you enter university at home, plus a NAWA letter | English at B2 or higher | A pass in the university's entrance exam |
| Master's | A bachelor's in a similar field, plus a NAWA letter | English at B2 or higher | Many programmes hold an online interview |
Choose programmes
Check the English level, papers and dates.
Make papers official
Get the official stamp on your papers (apostille in India, MOFA attestation in Pakistan), then the NAWA letter.
Apply online
In each university's own system, with a fee of PLN 85 to PLN 100 per programme.
Visa
Pay the first tuition part, then apply for your type D study visa.
Winter intake
Summer intake
Tip: Check each university’s website for application dates and processing times.
Academic Documents
- Degree or school certificate with an official stamp that proves it is real: an apostille stamp (India) or an attestation stamp from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, MOFA (Pakistan)
- NAWA recognition statement (a free letter from NAWA, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, that says your school or degree papers count in Poland)
Personal Documents
- Passport
- English certificate at B2 or higher
Document Preparation Tips for Poland
- • Start your NAWA letter early. At WUT it can take 90 days or more.
Preparatory course
- Length: 9 months
- Purpose: Prepares you for a degree, for example one taught in Polish
Costs and Scholarships for Studying in Poland
Get a comprehensive overview of tuition fees, living expenses, and scholarship opportunities for international students in Poland.
| Program Level | Public Universities |
|---|---|
| Master's, Warsaw University of Technology (WUT), for students from outside the European Union (EU) | EUR 1,800 to EUR 8,000 a semester |
| AGH University of Krakow (AGH) | EUR 1,250 to EUR 3,500 a semester |
| University of Warsaw (UW), business and economics | EUR 4,000 to EUR 4,900 a year |
| Expense Category | Major Cities |
|---|---|
| Student dormitory, a month | PLN 400 to PLN 600 |
| Groceries, a month | PLN 700 to PLN 900 |
| Public transport, a month | PLN 50 to PLN 60 |
Banach NAWA programme
Value:
PLN 2,500 every month, no tuition at public universities, and a travel allowance of PLN 2,500
Eligibility:
Master's students from 36 countries. India was on the 2026 list. Pakistan was not.
Financial Aid Tips for Poland
- Check the currency and period: Most fees for students from outside the EU are in euro (EUR), some per semester (half a year) and some per year.
- Read refund rules: If your visa is refused, refunds depend on your contract with the university.
Student Life in Poland
Discover what it's like to live and study in Poland from the experiences of international students.
Warsaw
The capital, with two big universities.
Krakow
Home of Poland's oldest university.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about studying in Poland as an international student.
Tuition differs by university. For example, Warsaw University of Technology (WUT) master's cost euros (EUR) 1,800 to EUR 8,000 a semester (half a year) for students from outside the European Union (EU). Living costs average about Polish zloty (PLN) 1,500 to PLN 2,000 a month in total.
A type D study visa (the visa you use to travel to Poland and study). India: apply at a VFS Global visa centre (the company that takes visa papers) for the Embassy of Poland in New Delhi or the Consulate in Mumbai. Pakistan: at the Embassy of Poland in Islamabad.
For the visa, show money for living costs each month (India: PLN 1,010; Pakistan: PLN 776), plus your rent, plus PLN 2,500 once for the trip home. You also show a tuition receipt.
B2 (upper-middle level of English) or higher, from a test on Poland's list of accepted tests, such as IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 72. Your programme may ask for more.
A NAWA recognition statement (a free letter from NAWA, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, that says your school or degree papers count in Poland). Bachelor's applicants also take an entrance exam.
Yes. Full-time students at a university approved to teach foreign students can work without a work permit.
Yes. Graduates of Polish universities can get a 9-month permit to look for work or start a business.
Most start in October. Some master's programmes also start in February, such as at WUT on 23 February 2027.
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Your Complete Poland Study Guide
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The country, universities and student cities.
Papers, English, the NAWA letter and dates.
Tuition, living costs, money proof and scholarships.
Your type D study visa, housing and insurance.
Address registration, residence permit and enrolment.
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