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
Warsaw School of Economics
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
University of Economics in Katowice
Katowice, Silesia, Poland
Kozminski University
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities
Siedlce, Mazovia, Poland
Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Bronislawa Czecha w Krakowie
Kraków, Lesser Poland, Poland
Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Eugeniusza Piaseckiego w Poznaniu
Poznań, Greater Poland, Poland
University of Bielsko-Biala
Bielsko-Biała, Silesia, Poland
Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University
Kraków, Lesser Poland, Poland
Maria Grzegorzewska Academy of Special Education
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw
Warszawa, Mazovia, Poland
Akademia Finansów i Biznesu Vistula
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Akademia Nauk Stosowanych im. Stanislawa Staszica w Pile
Pila, Poland
University of Humanities and Economics in Lodz
Łódź, Łódź, Poland
Christian Theological Academy in Warsaw
Warsaw, Mazovia, Poland
Jan Matejko Academy Of Fine Arts
Kraków, Lesser Poland, Poland
Akademia Sztuk Pieknych w Gdansku
Gdańsk, Pomerania, Poland
Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice
Katowice, Silesia, Poland
Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wroclaw
Wrocław, Lower Silesia, Poland
Academy of Fine Arts In Łódź
Łódź, Łódź, Poland
Wyzsza Szkola Biznesu - National-Louis University
Nowy Sącz, Lesser Poland, Poland
