Poland, officially the Republic of Poland, is a country in Central Europe. Poland is the 9th largest country in Europe and an increasingly popular destination for international students. Local universities offer a good return on investment, with affordable study programmes and accommodation costs. Add in the low living expenses, and you have a formula for (financial) success.

You should integrate quickly in the Polish academic and social life since you won't be the only foreign student. Over 65,000 international enrol at one of the universities in Poland every year. You'll have plenty of opportunities to chat, discover other cultures, and have fun at local parties.

The education system is based on the Bologna principles, so there are no surprises here. Most Bachelors take 3 years to complete, while most master’s take 1 or 2 years. Of course, there are exceptions (e.g. some Medicine, Engineering programmes).

The Polish higher education system is well developed. The quality of the education provided is monitored and regularly evaluated. Compared to other EU countries, the tuition fees in Poland are competitive, and the costs of living are a fraction of what a foreign student would have to spend in other European cities.