STUDY IN POLAND with Poland SCHOLARSHIP

Study in Poland represents a multi-year programme promoting Polish higher education and attracting international students to Poland. The programme officially initiated by the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland and the “Perspektywy” Education Foundation in May 2005 consists of information and promotion activities. It also encourages Polish universities to increase number of studies offered in English and other international languages.

FOUNDING MEMBERS

The Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland (CRASP) is a voluntary association of rectors representing Polish institutions of higher education with the right to award doctor's (Ph.D.) degrees (or equivalent) in at least one scientific discipline. CRASP was founded on 7 June 1997 by rectors of universities, technical universities, institutions of agriculture, pedagogy, economics, medicine, and fine arts. Currently, CRASP has 107 members and 4 associated members. The Conference of Rectors of Public Vocational Schools (KRePSZ) has the status of an associated conference.

CRASP safeguards traditional academic values, including the constitutional principle of higher education institutions autonomy which guarantees the right of these institutions to present their positions on all issues of interest to the academic community. The Conference is governed by the Statutes adopted on 24 September 2005 and amended on 14 November 2005 and then on 13 October 2006 by the Plenary Assembly of CRASP. The aims of CRASP are: to inspire and co-ordinate the co-operation of the academic schools in Poland; to undertake activities leading to establishment of an integrated system of national education and to the development of the system of higher education; to represent the interests of higher education and science, and the common interests of its member schools, including the selection of their representatives to international associations of rectors or universities.

„Perspektywy” Education Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization established June 1st , 1998 to promote and support education in Poland. The Board of Foundation consists mostly of rectors of Polish universities.

The activities of the “Perspektywy” Foundation concentrate around promotion of Polish higher education internationally. The Foundation collaborates closely with the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland (CRASP). In 2005 both sides initiated a multi-year programme of promotion of Polish universities called Study in Poland, and in June 2007 signed formal agreement underlining the importance of internationalization of Polish higher education.

The “Perspektywy” Foundation organizes public debates and seminars on education and does a yearly national ranking of universities, and a ranking of best secondary schools in the country. The “Perspektywy” Foundation is currently acting as a National Coordinating Structure in the European Higher Education Fairs (EHEF) programme. In this capacity “Perspektywy” Foundation organizes presence of Polish higher education at the Asia Link Symposia and EHEF fairs in Asia.

The Foundation regularly publishes and distributes electronically to all higher education institutions in Poland a Newsletter on higher education in other countries and on the process of internationalization.

The “Perspektywy” Foundation is a member of the Academic Cooperation Association (ACA) and actively participates in its projects.

PROGRAMME PARTNER

The Conference of Rectors of Non-University Schools in Poland was established December 15, 2005 in accordance with Article 54 sec. 2 of the Law on Higher Education of July 27, 2005. The Conference contributes to the development of higher education in Poland, helps adjust Polish education system to European education standards, coordinates cooperation between member schools, represents its members and prepares expert opinion for the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Currently 212 higher education institutions are members of the KRZaSP Conference. KRZaSP is a member of EURASHE.

Why study in Poland?

For high quality of polish educational system

Polish university education system has a history of 650 years of educating high profile proffesionals. It resulted with a profit not only for Poland, but also for many countries all over the world, where the Poles brought their proffesionalism and the spirit of innovation. Want some examples? Ignacy Domeyko established the geology research in XIXth century Chile. Between 1872 and 1876 Ernest Malinowski built the world's highest located railroad in Peru. Bronisław Malinowski was a creator of modern anthropology. Ten Nobel Prizes were awarded to Polish artists, scientists and other public figures. Maria Skłodowska-Curie is one of only four laureates to receive a prize twice.

Polish education system

The structure of studies

Since 2007/2008 academic year Polish higher education system has been divided to three stages, which are: Bachelor (Licencjat, Inżynier), Master (Magister), and Doctor (Doktor). This system applies to all fields of education except Law, Pharmacy, Psychology, Veterinary Medicine, Medicine and Dentistry, which are still based on two-stage system (Master and Doctor).

Questions & Answers

Q: What do I need to enroll?
A: To qualify all international applicants must first meet the minimum requirements for entry into higher education in their own country, have a matriculation certificate or equivalent document; command of English (at least on an intermediate level) is also required.
Some departments of the arts, physical education, departments preparing students for the teaching profession, and the like, organize additional aptitude tests.

All graduating from Polish institutions of higher education receive a Diploma Supplement. The Supplement is available free of charge and is issued in Polish, and on request in other languages (English, German, French, Spanish or Russian). Since Poland ratified the Lisbon Convention on Recognition of Degrees in 2004 recognition of Polish diplomas has become easier inter-nationally. For information on diploma recognition please visit www.buwiwm.edu.pl.

How to apply

In order to apply for selected study program please contact the admission office of the university by e-mail, phone or fax. General Admission Requirements In general, the requirements for international students applying for universities in Poland are as follows: Admission Information for BA or BSC (Bachelors) Candidates: Notarized secondary school certificate or an official duplicate issued by the candidate's high school, filled out application form, 4 passport-size photographs, copy of candidate’s ID (passport), certificate of the English language proficiency optionally (unless the high school courses were taught in English); medical certificate with no contraindication for studying, admission fee payment receipt.

Read more.. Frequently asked questions Q: How long does it take to complete bachelor and master studies in Poland? A: In general, it takes 3 academic years to complete bachelor studies (6 semesters), whereas master studies, depending on the field of studies, last from 1,5 to 2 academic years (3 or 4 semesters accordingly). Q: Do I have to speak Polish? A: There are English courses available for international students, so you don't have to speak Polish. If you prefer to study in Polish you will have to complete a Polish language course before you start studying. Read more.. Why choose Poland? Polish educational system provides high quality services. That is proven by the success of Polish proffesionals working all over the world, acclaimed as perfectly educated, creative and effective. Studies in Poland cost much less than in most European countries, and cost of living is much lower. Do I have to speak Polish? There are English courses available for international students, so you don't have to speak Polish. If you prefer to study in Polish you will have to graduate a Polish course before you start studying. Courses are organizes at several Polish universities. How can I find a course of my interest? You just need to use our website's search engine. 22 Universities and hundreds of courses are available, so it's easy to find a course, whatever the subject of your choice is. What are the tuition fees at Polish institutions? The minimal tuition fee is 2000 euro a year. Although, universities may set higher amount for particular courses, so you should verify the cost of studying at University of your choice. What are the living expenses in Poland? The living expenses in Poland are much lower than in most EU countries. The amount of 200-400 Euro should cover the monthly costs of accomodation, food and transport. Read more... Scholarship funds Poland study At Jagiellonian University in Poland, Grand Valley students Ryan Locke and Christian Goedel are learning one of the world's most difficult languages with people from Germany, Hungary, Italy, Iran and other countries. Both students earned full scholarships from the Polish Ministry of Education and the Kosciuszko Foundation of New York City to study for the 2006-07 academic year in Krakow, Poland. The foundation is a Polish-American organization that strives to enhance relations between the two countries. Of the six scholarships it awarded last year, two went to GVSU students. Locke, from Spring Lake, graduated last year with a bachelor's degree in liberal studies. He had studied abroad in Prague, Czech Republic, and said he developed a strong interest in Eastern European art and history. "I applied because I wanted the experience of studying abroad again, and living abroad, which is much different from just traveling," Locke said. "So far, it has just been incredible; I am learning so much, meeting so many people from different countries and traveling." The scholarship pays for their education and living expenses, plus provides a monthly stipend. Goedel, who has a double major in marketing and international business, said he took Polish language classes at GVSU and wanted to learn more about the country's culture. "I wanted to gain a firm grasp and understanding of Polish, which is by far one of the most difficult subjects I have ever studied," said Goedel, from Sebewaing. "I also wanted to learn and understand a culture completely different from my own." Locke and Goedel live together with another American in one of the dorms at Jagiellonian University, which is Poland's oldest university and the alma mater of Pope John Paul II. Scholarships Faced with the costs of the study program of your choice, you will want to find ways to pay for it. There is virtually always a possibility for you to receive financial support, be it a grant or a loan. In this section, you can find out where to look and what to do, depending on where you are from and how long you are staying. Government Funding Scholarschips Other Funding Sources Government Funding The Ministry of Science and Higher Education sets from time to time a quota of scholarships for persons undergoing education in Poland under international agreements or under decision of the minister responsible for higher education. Foreign students' scholarship applications falling within the quota are transmitted by Polish consular/diplomatic missions to the Bureau for Academic Recognition and International Exchange. From there, the applications are reviewed by the Bureau's Section for Recruitment and Education of Foreigners in Poland. The final decision is taken by the Minister of Science and Higher Education. Scholarships Some Polish and foreign higher education institutions have agreements on temporary exchange of students and academic and research staff. In each case the HEIs involved agree the rules for granting scholarships. A foreign student seeking a scholarship in Poland must meet specific inter-school exchange requirements. Some HEIs have their own scholarship programs. Foundations Each country has special foundations and organizations which are working in order to cover and subsidise the needs of the specific region. Starting to search for such you have to have on mind the field of your studies and look for institutions which works in this area. Here we listed for you couple examples: The Casimir Pulaski Foundation The Foundation of Polish Science The Foundation of International Education Study Abroad Search Engin