Universities in Kraków
Kraków has 6 universities in our index, offering 800 study programmes — 64 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.
City Life Index
9/10Affordability
9/10Safety
10/10Student vibe
8/10English-friendly
6/10Weather
9/10Transport
Kraków offers an affordable and safe student experience with a vibrant social scene, good English accessibility, and excellent public transport, though winters can be cold.
Universities in Kraków
| University | Research rank (EU) | Programmes | English-taught |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGH University of Krakow | #168 | 169 | 13 |
| Jagiellonian University | #240 | 280 | 22 |
| Cracow University of Technology | #422 | 75 | 12 |
| University of Agriculture in Krakow | #532 | 65 | 4 |
| Uniwersytet Komisji Edukacji Narodowej w Krakowie | #609 | 128 | 1 |
| Krakow University of Economics | #615 | 83 | 12 |
What you can study in Kraków
- Linguistics and Languages (66)
- Management (59)
- Computer Science (36)
- Geography and GIS (23)
- Materials Engineering (21)
- Education (20)
- Environmental Engineering (17)
- Arts and Design (17)
- Energy Engineering (16)
- Media and Communication (13)
- Chemistry (12)
- Physics (12)
- Mathematics (12)
- Security Studies (11)
- Biomedical Sciences (11)
- History (11)
- Finance and Accounting (11)
- Architecture (11)
- Cultural Studies (10)
- Economics (10)
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities does Kraków have?
- Our index lists 6 universities in Kraków with 800 study programmes between them, 64 taught in English.
- Is Kraków affordable for students?
- Kraków scores 9/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in Poland spend roughly €615 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in Poland.
Last updated 2026-08-17.