Universities in Warsaw
Warsaw has 7 universities in our index, offering 690 study programmes — 129 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.
City Life Index
Affordability9/10
Safety9/10
Student vibe9/10
English-friendly7/10
Weather5/10
Transport9/10
Warsaw offers an affordable and vibrant student experience with excellent public transport and high safety, though winters are cold and some daily life aspects may require basic Polish.
Universities in Warsaw
| University | Research rank (EU) | Programmes | English-taught |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Warsaw | #250 | 278 | 55 |
| Warsaw University of Technology | #331 | 106 | 36 |
| Medical University of Warsaw | #372 | 39 | 4 |
| Warsaw University of Life Sciences | #432 | 78 | 15 |
| Military University of Technology in Warsaw | #562 | 74 | 2 |
| SGH Warsaw School of Economics | #605 | 28 | 12 |
| Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski University in Warsaw | #606 | 87 | 5 |
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 Warsaw
- Linguistics and Languages (50)
- Management (33)
- Environmental Engineering (19)
- Education (18)
- Geography and GIS (18)
- Security Studies (17)
- History (16)
- Economics (15)
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities does Warsaw have?
- Our index lists 7 universities in Warsaw with 690 study programmes between them, 129 taught in English.
- Is Warsaw affordable for students?
- Warsaw 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.