Polish Medical University Entrance Exams
Poland has no centralised entrance exam. Each of the 19 universities runs its own examination — typically Biology and Chemistry. You can sit multiple exams on different dates.
How Polish admissions work
Apply to universities directly
Each university has its own application portal and deadline. Applications typically open January–February. Apply to 2–4 universities to maximise your chances. Each requires an application fee (€50–150).
Travel to Poland to sit the exam
All exams are held at the university. Exams are typically May–July. Biology and Chemistry are the core subjects at most universities. Some universities include Physics or have a brief English language assessment.
Receive and accept an offer
Universities issue offer letters July–August. If you receive multiple offers, choose your preferred university. Accept by the stated deadline and complete enrollment. Registration is typically August–September.
Exam format by university tier
Most selective — Jagiellonian & Warsaw
Jagiellonian University Medical College (Kraków) and Medical University of Warsaw are the most competitive Polish medical universities. Both test Biology and Chemistry at the highest level. Jagiellonian's exam is widely considered the most rigorous in Poland. Multiple choice format with detailed biological and chemical knowledge required. Preparation equivalent to IMAT-level Biology and Chemistry study is recommended.
Exam dates: typically May–June | Application deadline: typically April–May
Mid-tier — Wrocław, Lublin, Gdańsk, Łódź, Białystok
These established medical universities run competitive but more accessible exams than Warsaw or Jagiellonian. Biology and Chemistry are the core subjects — typically multiple choice. Wrocław Medical University is widely recommended for its academic quality and manageable admissions process. With 3–4 months of focused Biology and Chemistry preparation, most students with solid science backgrounds are competitive.
Exam dates: typically May–July | Application deadline: typically April–June
More accessible — Kielce, Rzeszów, Olsztyn, Zielona Góra
Newer or regional universities have more accessible admissions — lower competition and sometimes less demanding exam content. These are appropriate for students with solid but not outstanding science backgrounds. They are EU Directive listed and fully recognised — the main trade-off is a less established international reputation than Warsaw or Jagiellonian.
Exam dates: typically June–July | Application deadline: typically May–June
All Polish universities with entrance exams
| University | City | Score | Tuition/year | Selectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrocław Medical University | Wrocław | 4.020 | ~€11,000 | Moderate |
| Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Kraków | Kraków | 3.950 | ~€9,500 | Accessible |
| Jagiellonian University Medical College | Kraków | 3.950 | ~€13,500 | High |
| Medical University of Lublin | Lublin | 3.830 | ~€12,000 | Moderate |
| Medical University of Łódź | Łódź | 3.760 | ~€12,000 | Moderate |
| Medical University of Białystok | Białystok | 3.720 | ~€11,000 | Moderate |
| Pomeranian Medical University Szczecin | Szczecin | 3.720 | ~€10,500 | Moderate |
| Medical University of Gdańsk | Gdańsk | 3.680 | ~€12,000 | Moderate |
| Medical University of Warsaw | Warsaw | 3.660 | ~€15,000 | High |
| Medical University of Silesia Katowice | Katowice | 3.640 | ~€11,000 | Moderate |
| Poznań University of Medical Sciences | Poznań | 3.450 | ~€11,000 | Moderate |
| University of Rzeszów | Rzeszów | 3.470 | ~€9,500 | Accessible |
| Nicolaus Copernicus University CM Bydgoszcz | Bydgoszcz | 3.390 | ~€11,000 | Accessible |
| Jan Kochanowski University Kielce | Kielce | 3.390 | ~€9,000 | Accessible |
| University of Warmia and Mazury Olsztyn | Olsztyn | 3.350 | ~€9,000 | Accessible |
| University of Zielona Góra | Zielona Góra | 3.290 | ~€9,000 | Accessible |
Veterinary universities (UPWr Wrocław 4.430, WULS Warsaw 4.200) have separate exam processes — see their individual pages. Tuition fees approximate.
Preparation approach
What to study
- Biology: Cell biology, genetics, human anatomy and physiology, ecology, biochemistry, evolution
- Chemistry: Atomic structure, chemical bonding, reactions, organic chemistry, thermodynamics
- Physics (some universities): Mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electromagnetism
- Past papers from your specific target universities — formats differ, get the right ones
- English assessment (where required): Reading comprehension and basic scientific English
Key differences from IMAT
- No Critical Thinking section — Biology and Chemistry are more heavily weighted
- No negative marking at most Polish universities — you can attempt all questions
- Each university's past papers are different — get papers from your specific target schools
- Less competition overall — acceptance rates are higher than IMAT
- Physics may or may not be included depending on the university — check specifically
Past papers: Each university provides past papers on its official admissions page. There are no third-party centralised repositories. Go directly to the admissions section of each university website and look for sample questions or previous exam papers. These are the most important preparation resource.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Polish universities fit your profile?
19 universities with different exam difficulties, cities, and price points. A route.doctor advisor can help you target the right 2–3.