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
Apeiron College of Public and Individual Security in Krakow
Kraków, Lesser Poland, Poland
The Jacob of Paradies University in Gorzów Wielkopolski
Gorzów Wielkopolski, Lubusz, Poland
Higher Vocational School of Health and Beauty Treatment in Poznań
Poznań, Greater Poland, Poland
Sopot University of Applied Sciences
Sopot, Pomerania, Poland
Higher School of International and Regional Cooperation Zygmunt Gloger in Wołomin
Wołomin, Mazovia, Poland
University of Finance and Management Bialystok
Białystok, Podlaskie, Poland
Higher School of Pedagogics and Technology in Konin
Konin, Greater Poland, Poland
Helena Chodkowska University of Technology and Economics
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
Józef Rusiecki Olsztyn Higher SchoolPomeranian Medical University in Szczecin
Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland
Higher School of Economics and Management in Cracow - Faculty of Economics, Mielec
Mielec, Subcarpathia, Poland
Higher School of Humanities in Szczecin
Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland
Gdańsk University of HumanitiesGdańsk University of Humanities, Koszalin Branch
Koszalin, West Pomerania, Poland
College of Democracy Fr. Jerzy Popiełuszko in Grudziadz
Grudziądz, Kuyavia-Pomerania, Poland
University of Silesia
Katowice, Silesia, Poland
College of Entrepreneurship and Administration in Lublin
Lublin, Lublin, Poland
Non-State Higher School of Pedagogy in Bialystok
Białystok, Podlaskie, Poland
College of Business, Media and Advertising in Warsaw
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
WSB University in Warsaw
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
College of Physiotherapy in Wrocław
Wrocław, Lower Silesia, Poland
Academy of Hotel Management and Catering in Poznan
Poznań, Greater Poland, Poland
