Poland offers high-quality education at affordable costs, making it an appealing destination for international students seeking scholarships. With over 500 universities, both public and private, Poland hosts a diverse educational landscape. According to Study.Gov.pl, the number of international students in Poland has been steadily increasing, surpassing 57,000 in recent reports.
Government Scholarships
1. Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) Scholarships
The NAWA, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, offers scholarships such as the Banach Scholarship Programme. These scholarships cater to students from developing countries pursuing studies in engineering, technical sciences, agricultural sciences, exact sciences, and life sciences. The scholarships are available for undergraduate, graduate, and PhD studies.
2. University-Specific Scholarships
University of Warsaw Scholarships
The University of Warsaw, Poland’s largest and oldest university, provides various scholarship opportunities including the Konstanty Kalinowski Scholarship Programme, Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme, Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme, and Poland My First Choice initiative.
Maria Curie-Skłodowska University Scholarship
This university offers scholarships for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs to international applicants from around the world.
Lazarski University Scholarship
Lazarski University Foundation offers grants to cover part of the tuition fees for bachelor, master, and PhD programs.
Specialized Scholarships
Ulam International Programme
Geared towards research in Science and Technology fields, this program finances PLN 11,500 per month along with a one-time mobility allowance for a duration of 6 to 24 months.
Polonista Scholarship
NAWA promotes Polish language and culture worldwide through this scholarship, supporting international students pursuing studies or research projects in Poland.
Stefan Banach Scholarship
This scholarship, funded by NAWA, provides a monthly stipend and exemption from tuition fees for Master’s degree studies in Polish public universities.
European Commission Scholarships
Erasmus Scholarship
Fully funded by the European Commission, the Erasmus scholarship allows international students to pursue Master’s or PhD programs across three European universities, culminating in a combined degree.
Additional Opportunities
NAWA Summer Short Courses
Each year, Polish universities offer free short course programs for international students, including free accommodation and a monthly stipend.
These scholarships make studying in Poland an attractive option for international students looking to pursue higher education in a European setting without financial burden. For more details and application procedures, interested candidates can visit the official websites provided for each scholarship opportunity.
