PolandPublic

Medical University of Łódź

Est. 1950Poland
Medicine
3.760/5
~€11,500/yr
Dentistry
2.685/5
~€14,000/yr
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Key strengths: Shanghai GRAS #3 in Poland (2024); CWUR top 5% globally; #1 in Polish National Medical Exam (2012 & 2013); 75-year legacy; 3 named teaching hospitals with 1,600+ beds; 180 professors and 850 PhD academics; leading research in oncology, immunology, molecular biology; pre-med course available; fully online admissions process; doctors assist with translation during clinical rotations Key weaknesses: High tuition (€66k–€90k total); requires IELTS/TOEFL + entrance exam — one of the mos

~9,500 total; 700–850 international students from 65–67 countries

Programmes

Medicine
3.760/5
~€11,500/yr
Dentistry
2.685/5
~€14,000/yr

Recognition

WHO / WDMSEU DirectiveGMC (UK)GDC (UK Dentistry)ECFMG / USMLENMC IndiaRCVS (Veterinary)

Score breakdown

Financial25%
2.5
Recognition25%
5.0
Admission20%
2.5
Academic Quality10%
5.0
Career Outcomes10%
5.0
Language & Teaching3%
4.0
Location & Lifestyle4%
3.5
Practical Support3%
4.0

Strengths

  • Shanghai GRAS #3 in Poland (2024)
  • CWUR top 5% globally
  • #1 in Polish National Medical Exam (2012 & 2013)
  • 75-year legacy
  • 3 named teaching hospitals with 1,600+ beds

Is this university right for you?

Not recommended if

Budget is the primary concern; you want barrier-free admission with no entrance exam or language test; you prefer a large international student community

Overall assessment

(A research-powerhouse public EU medical university — top academic pedigree but high cost and competitive entry make it best for academically strong students with EU career goals)

Considerations

  • High tuition (€66k–€90k total)
  • requires IELTS/TOEFL + entrance exam — one of the most demanding admissions in this cohort
  • Polish needed for clinical patient interaction
  • fewer international students (700–850) than major Georgian universities

How it compares

vs. Białystok (#6)

Łódź edges ahead on academic quality (Shanghai ranked, #1 national exam) and city lifestyle; broadly similar cost and admission profile — both strong EU public options

Quick facts

CountryPoland
TypePublic
Founded1950
Top score3.760/5 (Medicine)
EU Directive❌ Not listed
GMC eligible❌ No

Scores calculated using the route.doctor methodology. All recognition data verified from official sources. Tuition fees approximate — verify directly with the university before making financial plans.