Quick Summary
AGH University of Krakow is a public founded in 1919, located in Krakow, Poland. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21500 students including 6.5% from outside Poland. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Mineral & Mining Engineering, Materials Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier technical university in Poland with strong industry integration and the largest student campus in the country.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMineral & Mining EngineeringMaterials SciencesComputer ScienceElectrical & Electronic Engineering
Founded1919
TypePublic
Total Students21500
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio11.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size38 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationPolish Accreditation Committee (PKA), EUR-ACE (European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, PhD, Postgraduate Diplomas
Programs
16 doctoral disciplines within the AGH Doctoral School
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Academic Centre for Materials and Nanotechnology, Space Technology Centre, Energy Centre AGH
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA), EUR-ACE (European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6
TOEFL87
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· February 5
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on mathematics and physics scores. International students should prepare certified translations of certificates early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Polish Zloty
UG Tuition
zΕ15,000/yr
per year Β· PLN
Living Cost
zΕ30,000/yr
per year Β· PLN
PG Tuition
zΕ17,000/yr
per year Β· PLN
Application Fee
$25
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
zΕ46,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· PLN
Scholarships AvailableRector's Scholarship, NAWA Scholarship Program, Visegrad Fund
Avg Scholarship$1,800
Financial AidSocial scholarships for EU students, Ministry of Science grants
Work-StudyAvailable through local industry partnerships and career office
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, PhD, Postgraduate Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Automation and Robotics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Geodesy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mining and Geology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Energy Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$22,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong, facilitated by AGH Career Centre
Industry Connections
KGHMOrlenComarchABBSiemensMotorola
Notable Alumni
Ignacy MoΕcicki, WiesΕaw Ochman, Janusz Filipiak
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, Miasteczko Studenckie AGH (20 dormitories)
Sports Facilities
AGH Swimming Pool, Indoor Sports Halls, Climbing Wall, Football Pitches
Student Clubs
Over 120 Student Research Groups, AGH Space Systems, Student Government
Library Resources
Main Library AGH with over 1 million volumes and extensive digital databases
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Smile, ATHENS Network, Bilateral agreements with USA and Japan
Summer Programs
AGH UST International Summer School, Energy Summer School