Program Highlights:
There is no better place to study business and economics in Krakow than at the Krakow University of Economics! Their semester courses are taught in English and put a special emphasis on business and economics in the Central & Eastern European context. In class you will be able to compare ideas and perspectives with other international students.
The University:
The Krakow University of Economics was established in 1925 and today is one of the largest schools of economics in Poland. It is state-owned and offers a wide variety of courses in economics, international relations, finance, management and commodity science.
The university campus is within a short walk from the Old Town. It has 13 buildings where lectures and classes take place. There are 14 computer laboratories, allowing for at least 250 persons to work simultaneously. Krakow University of Economics also owns student dormitories as well as modern sports facilities, including a sports center with various courts, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, and outdoor tennis courts. The campus is a perfect place for you to study abroad!
The City:
Undoubtedly Krakow is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. For centuries Polish kings and queens resided there before the capital was moved to Warsaw. Today the city prides itself on being the center of Polish culture. With over 6,000 historical buildings and monuments, Krakow is also a great place to learn about the country’s history. Since this was one of the few cities that was not destroyed during WW II, the Old Town still retains its medieval layout and some of the buildings date back to the 10th and 11th centuries. Due to its beauty and historical significance UNESCO named Krakow to its original list of World Heritage Sites in 1978. Krakow will enchant you with its charming Old Town, historic royal castle and cathedral on Wawel Hill, majestic churches and numerous museums, cafes and shops.
Courses & Descriptions:
Generally you will take 4 or 5 courses. Most elective courses are worth 45 hours. All elective courses are taught in English. You can earn between 15 and 18 credits per semester. See sample course listings below. A Polish language course is also available.
Transfer Credit:
The Krakow Univeristy of Economics is fully accredited by the Polish Ministry of Education. Most colleges and universities allow you to transfer credit from courses taken abroad. Before applying it’s important to speak with the study abroad advisor at your home institution to obtain pre-approval for your courses and determine how many credits you’ll receive. Every educational institution has different policies about transferring credit, so we encourage you to follow your institution’s regulations. Usually the number of credits that you receive depends on the number of teaching hours. Following the American system, we suggest awarding 1 semester credit for every 15 hours of class time or 1 quarter credit for every 10 hours of class time.
After completing the program, we’ll send your registrar or study abroad advisor an official transcript with the course titles, course hours, and grades. Your university will need this transcript to transfer credit.
Financial Aid:
It is possible to transfer your financial aid to pay for some or all of the program costs. The first step is to check with your home institution’s financial aid advisor before applying. Since every home institution has different rules, only your advisor can tell you what kind of aid can transfer. Study Abroad Poland is happy to provide you with a certificate of enrollment or any other documents that your university might require. Scholarships are available on our scholarships page.
Application Deadline(s):
June 29, 2012 - Fall
June 29, 2012 - Fall 2
November 09, 2012 - Spring
June 29, 2012 - Academic Year
Late applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Applying for our programs is simple! Fill out the on-line application form and wait for more information from us.
