Cost of studying
What it costs to study in Poland: tuition, living and one-off fees
Tuition fees
| Level | Typical annual fee |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | €2,000 to €5,000 |
| Postgraduate | €2,500 to €6,000 |
English-track medicine costs €11,000 to €15,000 a year.
Living costs
| Monthly cost | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | €200 to €500 (dormitories from €120) |
| Food and groceries | €150 to €250 |
| Transport | €10 to €25 with student discounts of 50 percent |
| Utilities and phone | €50 to €90 |
| Health insurance | About €15 to €25 a month through the national fund |
Total: €500 to €900 a month.
One-off costs
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Visa fee | €80 visa; PLN 340 residence card |
| Health cover | National Health Fund voluntary insurance or private cover |
| Flights | Return flights from South Asia or West Africa typically £500 to £900 or equivalent |
| Accommodation deposit | Usually one month's rent, refundable |
| Set-up costs | Bedding, kitchen items, winter clothing: budget the equivalent of £200 to £300 |
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Where students save
- Choose a city outside the capital: the difference is often 20 to 40 percent on rent.
- Book accommodation with bills included before you arrive.
- Apply early for automatic merit scholarships; see the scholarship guide.
- Plan part-time work at 12 to 15 hours a week, not the maximum.
Figures are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
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Related questions
Can international students work in Poland?
Yes. Full-time students with a temporary residence permit can work without restrictions on hours.
Is Poland cheap to live in?
Among the cheapest in the EU. Budget €500 to €900 a month including rent.
Is a Polish medical degree recognised?
Yes, across the EU automatically, and in the UK, the US and India after the relevant licensing exams.