Quick Summary
Public in Katowice, Poland β University of Silesia in Katowice, est. 1968. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 19500 students including 5% from outside Poland. Known for strengths in Physics, Chemistry, Modern Languages, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is a leading research university in the heart of Poland's industrial hub, offering modern facilities and a strong focus on interdisciplinary cooperation within the Transform4Europe alliance.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsChemistryModern LanguagesLawEnvironmental Sciences
Founded1968
TypePublic
Total Students19500
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationPolish Accreditation Committee (PKA),European University Association (EUA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201β1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,Doctoral,Postgraduate Diplomas
Programs
Humanities,Social Sciences,Exact and Natural Sciences,Engineering and Technology,Theology,Arts
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Centre for Polar Studies,Silesian Centre for Water Resources,Institute of Materials Engineering
Research Centers
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 Rate68%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit language certificates early; Polish-taught programs often require a B1/B2 level certificate; check specific faculty portfolio requirements for arts.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Polish Zloty
UG Tuition
zΕ9,500/yr
per year Β· PLN
Living Cost
zΕ22,000/yr
per year Β· PLN
PG Tuition
zΕ11,000/yr
per year Β· PLN
Application Fee
$22
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
zΕ32,585/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· PLN
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,Doctoral,Postgraduate Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| English Philology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Creative Writing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,500
Average Salary After Graduation
76%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
IBMCapgeminiKatowice Special Economic ZoneING Hubs Poland
Notable Alumni
Olga Tokarczuk,Bohdan SmoleΕ,Krystyna Bochenek
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Academic Sports Center,Indoor Swimming Pool,Fitness Studios,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network,University Sports Association (AZS),Student Radio Egida
Library Resources
Scientific Information Centre and Academic Library (CINiBA),Digital Library of Silesia
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,CEEPUS,Transform4Europe
Summer Programs
Available