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
University of Lower Silesia
Wrocław, Lower Silesia, Poland
State Higher Vocational School, Tarnów
Tarnów, Lesser Poland, Poland
Professor Edward Lipinski School of Economics, Law and Medical Sciences in Kielce
Kielce, Holy Cross, Poland
Higher School of Strategic Planning in Dąbrowa Górnicza
Dąbrowa Górnicza, Silesia, Poland
Warsaw University of Business
Łuków, Lublin, Poland
Pomeranian Higher School, Starogard Gdański
Starogard Gdański, Pomerania, Poland
WSB University in Toruń
Toruń, Kuyavia-Pomerania, Poland
Higher Medical School in Kłodzko
Kłodzko, Lower Silesia, Poland
Linguistic and Technical University in Świecie
Świecie, Kuyavia-Pomerania, Poland
Warsaw School of Management - Graduate and Postgraduate School
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
Higher School of Applied Sciences in Ruda Slaska
Ruda Śląska, Silesia, Poland
Jędrzej Śniadecki Academy of Physical Education and Sport in Gdańsk
Gdańsk, Pomerania, Poland
Halina Konopacka Higher School of Physical Education and Tourism in Pruszkow
Pruszków, Mazovia, Poland
Academy of Applied Sciences named after Hipolita Cegielski in Gniezno, State University
Gniezno, Greater Poland, Poland
Higher School of Management in Częstochowa
Częstochowa, Silesia, Poland
Pomerania General Higher School of Humanities, Chojnice
Chojnice, Pomerania, Poland
Lublin Higher School in Ryki
Ryki, Lublin, Poland
Higher School of Engineering and Economics in Rzeszów
Rzeszów, Subcarpathia, Poland
University of Computer Science and Management in Bielsko-Biala
Bielsko-Biała, Silesia, Poland
Warsaw University of Humanities B. Prusa
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
