Quick Summary
Public in Kraków, Poland — Jagiellonian University, est. 1364. Ranked #330 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 35500 students including 12% from outside Poland. Known for strengths in Archaeology, Classics & Ancient History, Modern Languages, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the oldest university in Poland and one of the oldest in the world, offering a perfect blend of historic prestige and modern research facilities in a vibrant European city.
Subject Strengths
ArchaeologyClassics & Ancient HistoryModern LanguagesPhilosophyMedicineLaw
Founded1364
TypePublic
Total Students35500
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio9.5
CampusUrban/Distributed
Campus Size120 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital in Kraków, University Children's Hospital of Kraków
AccreditationPolish Accreditation Committee (PKA), European University Association (EUA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#330
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, MD (Medicine)
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
National Synchrotron Radiation Centre SOLARIS, Malopolska Centre of Biotechnology (MCB)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA), European University Association (EUA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL87
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For English-taught programs, ensure all high school certificates are apostilled and translated by a sworn translator into Polish or English. Medicine requires an entrance exam.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Polish Zloty
UG Tuition
zł18,000/yr
per year · PLN
Living Cost
zł34,000/yr
per year · PLN
PG Tuition
zł22,000/yr
per year · PLN
Application Fee
$25
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
zł54,100/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PLN
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, MD (Medicine) programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Relations | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biotechnology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Astronomy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with global firms in Kraków's tech and finance hubs.
Industry Connections
Motorola SolutionsIBMComarchABBShell
Notable Alumni
Nicolaus Copernicus, Pope John Paul II, Wisława Szymborska, Andrzej Duda, Bronisław Malinowski
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Jagiellonian University Sports Centre, indoor pools, athletics tracks
Student Clubs
Over 150 student research circles and organizations
Library Resources
Jagiellonian Library (one of the oldest and largest in Poland, holding over 6 million volumes)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Coimbra Group, Utrecht Network, Europaeum
Summer Programs
School of Polish Language and Culture Summer School