Poland

Poland is one of the most popular study destinations for international students in Europe, thanks to its high-quality education, affordable prices, and a large number of programs taught in English. Let's look at how the admission process, payment, and duration of study at Polish universities for international students work.

The admission process in Poland:

To apply to universities in Poland, foreigners need to complete several steps:

• Selecting a program and university: First, you need to select a program of study and a university. Poland offers a wide range of courses in both Polish and English in various fields: humanities, engineering, medicine, business, art, etc.
• Application documents:

• Secondary school diploma (for bachelor's degrees) or a higher education diploma (for master's degrees).
• A certificate of proficiency in Polish or English, depending on the language of instruction (e.g. TOEFL or IELTS for English).
• Recommendations, motivation letter (in some cases).
• Results of entrance exams (if required).
• Health insurance (for living in Poland).
• Passport.

• Entrance exams and interviews: Some universities require entrance exams, interviews, or a portfolio (for creative programs). However, many programs, especially those taught in English, accept students without additional exams, based on the results of their certificate or diploma.
• Submission of documents: After preparing all the necessary documents, you need to submit them through the university's online platform or in person to the admissions office.
• Visa requirements: To study in Poland, you need to obtain a student visa (type D). To do this, you need to provide confirmation of enrollment in the university, financial guarantees, and health insurance.

Tuition fees:

The cost of studying in Poland for foreigners depends on the chosen program, level of study, and university. On average, tuition fees are:

• Bachelor's degree: from 2,000 to 4,000 euros per year. For some popular programs (e.g. medicine, architecture), the price may be higher.
• Master's degree: from 3,000 to 5,000 euros per year. Programs taught in English are usually more expensive than those taught in Polish.
• Doctoral degree (PhD): tuition fees can range from 2,000 to 5,000 euros per year depending on the university and field of study.

Additional costs:

• Accommodation: from 150 to 400 euros per month depending on the type of accommodation (dormitory, rented apartment).
• Food and transport: about 100-200 euros per month.
• Health insurance: about 50-100 euros per year.

Duration of study:

The duration of study in Poland depends on the level of education:

• Bachelor's degree: usually lasts 3-4 years. Programs taught in Polish can take 3 years, and in English - 3-4 years.
• Master's degree: lasts 1-2 years depending on the program. English-taught programs usually take 2 years.
• Doctoral programs: can take 3 to 4 years. The academic year in Poland: is divided into two semesters:
• Autumn semester: October to February.
• Spring semester: March to June.

Students usually start their studies in October, but some programs may have additional intakes in February or September.

Features for international students:

• Language of instruction: Poland offers many programs taught in English, which opens up opportunities for students from all over the world. However, knowledge of Polish can be useful for everyday life and communication at universities where instruction is conducted in Polish.
• Work during studies: International students have the right to work in Poland during the academic year for up to 20 hours per week and during vacations for up to 40 hours per week. Work can be useful to cover part of the cost of living.
• Scholarships and financial aid: Many Polish universities offer scholarships for international students, especially for talented students. Scholarships from the Polish government, the European Union and various international organizations are also available.

After graduation:

After completing their studies, international students can stay in Poland to look for work. Poland offers work permits for university graduates, which allows them to continue their career in the country. To do this, you need to apply for a work permit or a visa to look for work.

Poland offers excellent opportunities for study and professional growth. With affordable prices, high quality education and an intercultural environment, the country is becoming increasingly popular among international students.