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Jagiellonian University
Krakow, Poland
"Poland's oldest university, founded in 1364"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#303 (QS)
PSW VISA
9 months (job-search permit)
About Jagiellonian University
The Jagiellonian University in Krakow was founded in 1364 and is the oldest university in Poland and one of the oldest in Europe. It has 16 faculties, about 4,000 academic staff and more than 33,000 students from over 100 nationalities. Around 30 degrees are taught in English, including medicine, international relations, economics and business, and international security. Its alumni include Nicolaus Copernicus.
Rankings & Recognition
#303
Ranked #303 in QS World University Rankings 2026 (#329 in QS 2027), 2nd in Poland.
Accreditations & Memberships
Coimbra Group member
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Jagiellonian University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1364
Founded
33,829
Total Students
3,048
International Students
4,152
Faculty Staff
16
Faculties
Popular Programs
Medicine (MD in English)
International Relations
Economics and Business Management
International Security and Development
Area Studies
Application Details
Application Route
Online (UJ e-recruitment)
Intakes
October
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS (one programme, approx.)
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5.5 |
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TOEFL iBT (one programme, approx.)
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72 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
75%
I-20 Processing
National visa (D) + residence permit
Post-Study Work
9 months (job-search permit)
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
62%
Placement Ratio
9 months (job-search permit)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty Staff — 4,152
International Staff — 4%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The Jagiellonian University has its historic campus in the Krakow Old Town, plus the 600th Anniversary campus and the Medical College campus.
Campus Details
16
faculties
33.8k
students
1364
founded
Oldest
university in Poland
3
main campuses
Copernicus
alumnus
Campus Forecast
Temperate climate
Warm summers (20-25°C)
Cold winters (-6 to 2°C)
Snow Dec-Feb
Moderate rainfall
Pleasant spring & autumn
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University dormitories and private rentals
Dining
University canteens and student cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required (NFZ or private)
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
33,829
International Students
3,048
Undergraduate
44%
Postgraduate
56%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - English programmes
approx. PLN 16,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
The Jagiellonian University starts in October. Deadlines and fees differ by programme, so check the programme page.
Scholarships at Jagiellonian University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary school certificate recognised in Poland. English proof as set by the programme.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree in a related field. English proof as set by the programme.
English Proficiency
IELTS (one programme, approx.)
TOEFL iBT (one programme, approx.)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school certificate or degree diploma
Academic transcripts
Apostille or legalisation of documents
English language proof
Passport-size photo
Application fee receipt (if required)
Health insurance (for visa)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on the Jagiellonian University website.
2
Apply online
Register on the Jagiellonian University online recruitment system and apply.
3
Upload documents
Upload diploma, transcripts, English proof and passport scan.
4
Admission offer
Receive the offer letter after document check or entrance exam.
5
Pay tuition
Pay the first-semester tuition fee by the deadline in the offer letter.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a national visa (D) in your country, then enrol and apply for a residence permit.
Campus & Location
The Jagiellonian University has its historic campus in the Krakow Old Town, plus the 600th Anniversary campus and the Medical College campus.
Master's
2
Jagiellonian University
📍 Krakow
Master's
Medicine (MD in English)
Jagiellonian University
📍 Krakow
Bachelor's
2
Jagiellonian University
📍 Krakow
Bachelor's
International Relations
Jagiellonian University
📍 Krakow
Bachelor's
Economics and Business Management
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