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
Affordability9/10
Safety9/10
Student vibe10/10
English-friendly8/10
Weather6/10
Transport9/10
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 |
How it compares in Poland
| City | Life score | Universities | Programmes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kraków | 8.5/10 | 6 | 800 |
| Wrocław | 8.2/10 | 5 | 427 |
| Warsaw | 8.0/10 | 7 | 690 |
| Katowice | 7.8/10 | 3 | 244 |
| Łódź | 7.8/10 | 3 | 317 |
| Poznań | 7.8/10 | 5 | 478 |
| Rzeszów | 7.8/10 | 2 | 189 |
| Gdańsk | 7.7/10 | 3 | 264 |
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)
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 2026-09-15.