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
Academy of Silesia
Katowice, Silesia, Poland
University of Applied Sciences in Nysa
Nysa, Upper Silesia, Poland
Stefan Batory State University
Skierniewice, Łódź, Poland
Podkarpackie College Bl. Fr. Władysław Findysz in Jasło
Jasło, Subcarpathia, Poland
European School of Law and Administration in Warsaw
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
Higher School of Health Sciences in Bydgoszcz
Bydgoszcz, Kuyavia-Pomerania, Poland
Elbląg University of Humanities and Economy
Elbląg, Warmia-Masuria, Poland
International Academy of Applied Sciences in Łomża
Łomża, Podlaskie, Poland
State Higher Vocational School in Wałcz
Wałcz, West Pomerania, Poland
Wałbrzych Higher School of Management and Enterprise
Wałbrzych, Lower Silesia, Poland
Bielsko-Biała School of Finances and Law
Bielsko-Biała, Silesia, Poland
Kaszubian-Pomeranian Higher School in Wejherowo
Wejherowo, Pomerania, Poland
Higher School of Administration in Bielsko-Biała
Bielsko-Biała, Silesia, Poland
The State Higher School Pope John Paul II in Biała Podlaska
Biała Podlaska, Lublin, Poland
Radom Higher School
Radom, Mazovia, Poland
Podhale State College of Applied Sciences in Nowy Targ
Nowy Targ, Lesser Poland, Poland
Higher School of Tourism and Foreign Languages in Warsaw
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
Higher School of Social Sciences in Lublin
Lublin, Lublin, Poland
Copernicus University of Information Technology and Management inWroclaw
Wrocław, Lower Silesia, Poland
The State School of Higher Vocational Education in Ciechanów
Ciechanów, Mazovia, Poland
