Poland scholarships for international and Polish students

Various scholarship opportunities are available for national and international students wishing to study in Poland. These scholarships are typically funded by the Polish government, universities, and international organizations. Here are some of the most important scholarships and their details:

1. Scholarships from the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA)

• Description: NAWA offers international students various scholarships for undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and research programs. Among the most popular scholarship programs are the Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship and the Banach Scholarship Program.

• Application deadlines: Applications are generally possible between December and March.

• Crowd:

  • For Bachelor and Master students: 1,500 PLN (approx. 320 EUR) per month

  • For doctoral students: 2,200 PLN (approx. 470 EUR) per month

• Additional benefits: Tuition fee exemption, health insurance, accommodation assistance.

2. Erasmus+ scholarships

• Description: Scholarships are offered to students from the European Union and non-EU countries who wish to study in Poland under the Erasmus+ programme.

• Application deadlines: Applications are accepted through the Erasmus offices of the universities; deadlines may vary depending on the university.

• Amount: Can vary between 800 and 1,000 EUR per month.

• Additional services: travel assistance, health insurance.

3. Poland My First Choice Scholarship

• Description: This scholarship, funded by the Polish government, is aimed at the most successful international students who wish to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies in Poland.

• Application deadlines: Applications are generally possible between April and June.

• Amount: 2,000 PLN (approx. 430 EUR) per month

• Additional benefits: Tuition fee exemption, health insurance, accommodation assistance.

4. University-specific scholarships

• Description: Many universities in Poland offer their own scholarship programs for international students. These scholarships are usually based on academic merit and cover tuition fees.

• Application deadlines: Applications are possible on the dates set by the universities.

• Amount: Typically offers 50% to 100% discount on tuition fees.

• Example universities: University of Warsaw, Jagiellonian University, University of Wrocław.

5. CEEPUS scholarship

• Description: This is a scholarship program for students who wish to complete a short-term training or research stay in Poland within the framework of the Central European Exchange Programme (CEEPUS).

• Application dates: Applications are usually accepted in March and October.

• Amount: 1,500 PLN (approx. 320 EUR) per month

• Additional benefits: health insurance, accommodation support.

6. The Lane Kirkland Fellowship Program

• Description: Postgraduate and research fellowships are offered to young leaders and scholars from Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.

• Application deadlines: Applications are generally possible between January and March.

• Amount: 1,800 PLN (approx. 385 EUR) per month

• Additional services: health insurance, accommodation assistance, language courses.

General information

• Language requirements: Most scholarship programs require knowledge of Polish or English.

• Application process: Online application forms must be completed and academic documents, motivation letters, and references must be submitted.

The specific requirements and application procedures for each scholarship program may vary. It's important to check the official website for up-to-date information before applying.