University of Wroclaw

Uniwersytet Wrocławski

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Admissions and Promotion Coordination Office
ul. Kuźnicza 34
50-138 Wrocław
Phone: +48 71 375 28 77
e-mail: study@uwr.edu.pl
www: www.study.uwr.edu.pl


phone +48 71 375 28 77
email study@uwr.edu.pl
www uwr.edu.pl/

The University of Wroclaw is one of Poland’s most esteemed academic institutions, known for combining a rich historical tradition with a forward-looking approach to research and education. Its origins date back to 1702, when Emperor Leopold I of Habsburg established the Jesuit-run Leopoldina in Wroclaw. The university, in its modern form, emerged in 1811 through the merger of the Catholic Leopoldina and the Protestant Viadrina University from Frankfurt (Oder), becoming a public institution with a diverse academic profile. From the very beginning, the university has served as a meeting point for different cultures, languages, and faiths – a reflection of the complex history and multicultural character of the city itself. In the post-World War II period, Polish scholars, primarily from the University of Lviv, rebuilt and revitalised the institution in Wroclaw, laying the foundations for its current structure. Over the years, the university has grown into a major hub for education and research, nurturing generations of scholars and contributing to global academic development. It is associated with nine Nobel Prize winners, including such notable figures as Erwin Schrödinger and Max Born.

Today, the University of Wroclaw comprises 12 faculties and educates over 25,000 students and doctoral candidates, creating a dynamic academic community. It offers a wide range of study programs in the natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, law, and interdisciplinary fields. What sets the university apart is its ability to balance historic academic values with innovation – seen in its blend of baroque architecture and modern labs, its investment in cutting-edge research, and its strong international collaborations. The university promotes active learning, critical thinking, and global engagement, supporting students through initiatives such as the Academic Incubator of Entrepreneurship and international exchange programs. Located in the vibrant, culturally rich city of Wroclaw, the university not only delivers high-quality education but also offers an inspiring environment where academic and personal development thrive.

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Facts & figures

  • Over 25 000 students, including around 2500 international students representing over 100 nationalities.
  • The university has 12 faculties located across 5 campuses, 10 of which provide programmes taught in English.
  • The Academic Incubator of Entrepreneurship offers resources, funding, and mentoring for student-led ventures in collaboration with Wroclaw Technology Park.
  • 9 Nobel Prize winners associated with the University, including Erwin Schrödinger and Max Born
  • Perspektywy 2025: 5th in Poland overall; 3rd place nationally in Physics and Computer Science
  • QS World University Rankings 2026: Globally within the 801-850 band, 5th among Polish universities and 4th among classical universities; English Language & Literature (201 – 300, 3rd in Poland), Linguistic (301-350), Physics &Astronomy (501-550)
  • The WUR 2026: Overall (1201–1500), strongest indicators: Research Environment (830) and Teaching (900); 4th in Poland for International Outlook.
  • Center for World University Rankings 2025: globally – 937 place,  Europe – 352 place, Poland 4th place
  • University of Wroclaw is a member of Coimbra group from 2025 as a institution with an established international reputation.
  • Wroclaw was a finalist for Erasmus Destination of the Year 2025

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