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University of Rzeszow

Rzeszow, PL · Ranking #680

The University of Rzeszow is a public university located in Rzeszow, the capital of the Podkarpackie region in south‑eastern Poland. Established in 2001 through the merger of several local higher education institutions, it now comprises multiple faculties in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health, art and technical disciplines. The university educates around several tens of thousands of students in nearly 70 degree programmes at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. It offers modern laboratories, a medical faculty, a strong humanities and social sciences profile and growing international cooperation, including Erasmus+ exchanges and selected programmes taught in English.

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University of Rzeszow

About the university

The University of Rzeszow is a public university located in Rzeszow, the capital of the Podkarpackie region in south‑eastern Poland. Established in 2001 through the merger of several local higher education institutions, it now comprises multiple faculties in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health, art and technical disciplines. The university educates around several tens of thousands of students in nearly 70 degree programmes at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. It offers modern laboratories, a medical faculty, a strong humanities and social sciences profile and growing international cooperation, including Erasmus+ exchanges and selected programmes taught in English.

Key information

  • Location: Rzeszow, PL
  • Ranking #680
  • THE #1501
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Medicine
  • Economics and Finance
  • Law and Administration
  • Philology (English Studies
  • Applied Linguistics)
  • Computer Science
  • Biology and Biotechnology
  • Social Sciences
  • Art and Music

Programs (7)

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • History
  • Sociology
  • Education
  • Law
  • Engineering

Student body

  • Total students: 18,000

Campus life

Campus life at the University of Rzeszow is centred around several teaching buildings, laboratories, the main library and a complex of student dormitories located close to the city centre. Students can participate in numerous scientific circles, cultural events, festivals, concerts and conferences organised by faculties and student organisations. The university sports centre offers indoor halls, gyms and access to team and individual sports. Rzeszow itself is a medium‑sized, safe city with cafes, shopping centres, cinemas and good public transport, so students can easily combine study, part‑time work and social activities.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €55 - €200 / per month

Housing options

  • University dormitory (student residence)
  • shared room in dormitory
  • shared private flat
  • private studio or apartment
  • rented room in a family house
  • short‑term hostel or hotel on arrival

Student clubs and organizations

  • Student scientific circles
  • Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
  • cultural and language clubs
  • music and art groups
  • student self‑government
  • volunteering and charity organisations
  • sports and tourism clubs
  • gaming and IT clubs

Sports

  • Football team
  • volleyball team
  • basketball team
  • futsal team
  • athletics team
  • handball team
  • recreational fitness and aerobics groups

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Partner companies

  • Credit Agricole Bank Polska
  • Creuzet Polska
  • Crodu
  • Cube Group
  • Cukiernicza Spółdzielnia „Roksana”

Internships: The University of Rzeszow cooperates with regional authorities, schools, hospitals, companies and NGOs to provide internships and practical placements for students. Many degree programmes include compulsory internships in the curriculum, especially in education, social work, health sciences and economics. The Career Office (Biuro Karier) supports students in finding internships, publishes offers from employers and organises job fairs where students can meet potential companies. Participation in Erasmus+ also allows students to complete traineeships abroad in partner institutions and enterprises.

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL

Required documents

  • Online application form
  • valid passport or ID
  • secondary school leaving certificate or previous diploma with transcript of records
  • certified translation into English or Polish (if applicable)
  • proof of English or Polish language proficiency (e.g. IELTS
  • TOEFL
  • recognized exam or prior studies)
  • CV
  • motivation letter
  • one or two letters of recommendation (for selected programmes)
  • passport‑size photo
  • proof of health insurance
  • proof of payment of application fee

Tuition costs

  • €2,600 - €3,200 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 65.00%
  • Scholarships available: As a public Polish university, the University of Rzeszow offers statutory need‑based and merit‑based scholarships for degree‑seeking students, including social scholarships, rector’s scholarships for the best students and support for students with disabilities. International students may benefit from national and EU schemes such as Erasmus+, NAWA scholarships and bilateral programmes, depending on their country of origin. Tuition‑fee reductions or exemptions can be available in specific cases defined by Polish law or internal regulations. Detailed rules, amounts and application procedures are published each year by the university scholarship committees and the international office.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 2001
  • Teaching languages: Polish, English, english, polish
  • Study formats: offline

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