Admission with Karta Polaka (Pole's Card): Study for Free & Get Scholarships

Applying to Polish universities with a Pole’s Card provides several significant advantages for students. Firstly, holders of the Pole’s Card are entitled to free tuition at public universities in Poland, equal to Polish citizens. Additionally, students can apply for academic and social scholarships, as well as other forms of financial aid.

Another major benefit is simplified documentation processes—admission, residence, and legal status formalities are significantly easier. Holders of the Pole’s Card do not need a student visa and can apply directly for permanent residency status.

Yes, students admitted to Polish universities with a Pole’s Card can apply for a permanent residence card (Karta Stałego Pobytu). This card allows legal residence in Poland without the need for a student visa or temporary residence permits. It offers benefits such as unlimited stay, free employment without special permits, access to social benefits and healthcare, and an expedited process for obtaining Polish citizenship after just 1–2 years of residence.

To apply for permanent residency, you will need to provide your Pole’s Card, proof of residence in Poland, admission documents from the university, financial guarantees to cover living and study expenses, and valid health insurance. Applications are submitted to the Voivodeship Office in your region, and the processing time can take several months to a year.

Some Polish universities provide concessions for international students, including those from Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Belarus, even without a Pole’s Card. These concessions can include tuition discounts, participation in grant programs, or free education under certain conditions. Key universities offering such benefits include:

1. University of Warsaw — Provides discounts and scholarships for students with high GPAs and academic achievements.

2. Jagiellonian University in Kraków — Offers participation in NAWA programs and international exchanges, helping students reduce tuition costs.

3. Lazarski University — A private institution offering grants and scholarships based on academic performance and motivation.

4. Vistula University — Provides programs in English and Polish with opportunities for partial tuition discounts for international students.

5. Gdańsk University of Technology — Supports talented students with internal scholarships and grants for academic excellence.

Additionally, public universities often participate in NAWA, Erasmus+, and university grant programs, offering international students more favorable financial terms.

Yes, it is possible to apply to popular Polish universities without a Pole’s Card. Most Polish universities accept international students either on a paid basis or through various grant and scholarship programs. Both public and private universities are open to International students from all countrie.

To apply, you need:

- A high school diploma or bachelor’s degree (for master’s programs).

- Proof of language proficiency: B1–B2 for Polish or IELTS 6.0/TOEFL iBT 87 for English.

- Submission of documents within the specified deadlines and payment of the registration fee.

Even without a Pole’s Card, international students can participate in financial aid programs like NAWA or Erasmus+, as well as apply for university grants and scholarships. While the absence of a Pole’s Card may mean covering tuition fees, it does not restrict access to quality education in Poland.