Universities in Poland
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Poland. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Polish higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Poland is home to 493 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 104 cities. Of these, 150 are public and 311 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Uniwersytet Jagiellonski (world rank #368). The oldest dates back to 1364. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Poland?
Our directory lists 493 universities and colleges in Poland across 104 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Poland?
Based on world ranking, Uniwersytet Jagiellonski is the highest-ranked institution in Poland in our directory (world rank #368).
Are there public and private universities in Poland?
Yes. Poland has 150 public and 311 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Poland?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Poland
WSB Merito University in Torun
Toruń, Kuyavia-Pomerania, Poland
Collegium Civitas
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Radom College
Radom, Mazovia, Poland
Państwowa Wyższa Szkoła Zawodowa w Nowym Sączu
Nowy Sącz, Lesser Poland, Poland
Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz
Bydgoszcz, Kuyavia-Pomerania, Poland
Bronisław Markiewicz State Higher School of Technology and Economics in Jarosław
Jarosław, Subcarpathia, Poland
State School of Higher Education in Chełm
Chełm, Lublin, Poland
Wyższa Szkoła Humanistyczna
Leszno, Mazovia, Poland
Police Academy in Szczytno
Szczytno, Warmia-Masuria, Poland
Mazovian University in Płock
Płock, Mazovia, Poland
Wyższa Szkoła Zarządzania i Przedsiębiorczości
Wałbrzych, Lower Silesia, Poland
State University of Applied Sciences in Konin
Konin, Greater Poland, Poland
Poznan School of Logistics
Poznań, Greater Poland, Poland
Public Higher Medical Professional School in Opole
Opole, Upper Silesia, Poland
Zachodniopomorska Szkoła Biznesu w Szczecinie
Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland
VIZJA University
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Stanisław Staszic University of Applied Sciences in Piła
Piła, Greater Poland, Poland
Małopolska Wyższa Szkoła Ekonomiczna
Tarnów, Lesser Poland, Poland
Fryderyk Chopin University of Music
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Wyższa Szkoła Technologii Informatycznych w Warszawie
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
