Schools
1
Lowest Tuition
$2,000
per year
Avg Acceptance Rate
45%
English Programs
Yes
Essentials for US Students
Visa / Permit
US students need a Polish national visa (type D) for study programs over 90 days, applied for at the Polish consulate. After arrival, apply for a temporary residence permit at the local voivodeship office.
Application Tip
Kraków is one of Europe's most vibrant university cities — beautiful medieval architecture, low cost of living, and a huge student population. Jagiellonian, founded in 1364, is Poland's oldest university and among Central Europe's most respected.
Tuition Overview
Jagiellonian University charges approximately PLN 4,000–10,000/semester (~$1,000–$2,500 USD per semester) for English-taught programs. Some programs in Polish may be free or near-free for international students.
Scholarships to Explore
The Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) offers Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarships for international students. Jagiellonian University has a dedicated international scholarship program.
- ✓Polish Government Scholarship
- ✓Erasmus+
About Studying in Poland as a US Student
There is 1 university in Poland featured in this directory, led by Jagiellonian University (ranked #351 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $2,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 45% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Poland accessible without prior language training for many degrees.