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University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
Olsztyn, Poland
"The largest public university in north-eastern Poland"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1001 (QS)
PSW VISA
9 months (job-search permit)
About University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
The University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn (UWM) was created in 1999 by merging the Academy of Agriculture and Technology, the Pedagogical Institute and the Warmia Institute of Theology. It has 16 faculties and is the largest public university in north-eastern Poland. English-taught programmes include medicine, veterinary medicine, environmental engineering, international relations, computer science and geodesy.
Rankings & Recognition
#1001
Ranked in the 1001-1200 band in QS World University Rankings 2026 (1201-1400 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Key Facts
1999
Founded
14,062
Total Students
414
International Students
1,658
Faculty Staff
16
Faculties
Popular Programs
Medicine (English)
Veterinary Medicine
Environmental Engineering
International Relations
Computer Science
Geodesy and Geoinformatics
Application Details
Application Route
Online (UWM e-recruitment)
Intakes
October
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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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
4%
Placement Ratio
9 months (job-search permit)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty Staff — 1,658
International Staff — 1%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
UWM is in Olsztyn, the capital of the Warmian-Masurian region in north-eastern Poland.
Campus Details
16
faculties
14k
students
1999
founded
Kortowo
lakeside campus
1
of Poland's greenest campuses
Medical
faculty on site
Campus Forecast
Cool temperate climate
Mild summers (18-23°C)
Cold winters (-7 to 0°C)
Snow Dec-Mar
Moderate rainfall
Lakes & forests all around
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
14,062
International Students
414
Undergraduate
67.2%
Postgraduate
32.8%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Medicine (English)
approx. PLN 58,000 / year
Tuition - Veterinary (English)
approx. PLN 44,000 / year
Tuition - Bachelor's (Env. Eng.)
approx. PLN 10,000 / year
Tuition - Master's (English)
from approx. PLN 9,600 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
UWM starts in October. Medicine and veterinary programmes have separate admission rules and higher fees.
Scholarships at University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
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
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
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 UWM website.
2
Apply online
Register on the UWM 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
UWM is in Olsztyn, the capital of the Warmian-Masurian region in north-eastern Poland.
Master's
3
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
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Master's
Medicine in English
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
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Master's
Veterinary Medicine
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Master's
International Relations (Master's)
Bachelor's
2
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Bachelor's
Environmental Engineering
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn
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Bachelor's
International Relations
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