Study Medicine in Olsztyn – University of Warmia and Mazury, Collegium Medicum
Collegium Medicum · University of Warmia and Mazury · Olsztyn, Poland
University of Warmia and Mazury, Collegium Medicum in Olsztyn (Poland): English-taught Medicine programme.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
on request
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Application through Medschool Experts; entrance examination required
Intake
October
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
Approx. €400–600/month
Total students
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Why study medicine here?
The Collegium Medicum at the University of Warmia and Mazury (UWM) in Olsztyn offers an English-taught Medicine programme for international students. UWM is a comprehensive state university situated in the heart of the Warmia and Mazury lake district in north-eastern Poland. The medical faculty benefits from modern facilities and strong clinical partnerships with regional hospitals in Olsztyn.
- Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification and entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry. Check in a free study consultation whether we can support your application to this university.
Programmes and languages of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine (MD): The six-year programme is taught in English and leads to a medical degree recognised throughout the EU. Clinical training takes place at affiliated hospitals in Olsztyn.
Study conditions and campus life
The six-year Medicine programme at UWM Collegium Medicum is divided into pre-clinical and clinical phases. The first three years cover the foundational sciences — anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pathology — while the second half of the programme focuses on clinical rotations at hospitals in Olsztyn. The programme is taught entirely in English.
Admission and entrance exam
Admission requires a general higher-education entrance qualification and a written entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry. Medschool Experts supports you with document preparation and examination guidance. Get in touch to find out more and book a free study consultation.
NC-freie Medizinstudienplätze im In- und Ausland
- Passende Uni-Auswahl & sichere Vermittlung
- NC-freier Studienplatz im Ausland mit Anerkennung in Deutschland
- Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
- Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
- Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We support you through the complete application process, including document preparation and examination preparation. As Poland is an EU member state, the degree is automatically recognised throughout the EU. We guide you through every step and remain your point of contact after your studies begin.
Tuition fees and living costs
Olsztyn is one of the most affordable cities in Poland for students. Tuition fees are competitive by EU standards, and the overall cost of living is very low, making UWM Collegium Medicum an attractive option for budget-conscious students.
- Tuition fees: Approx. €5,000–7,000 per year
- Living costs: Approx. €400–600 per month
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The city as a place to study
Olsztyn is the capital of the Warmia and Mazury region in north-eastern Poland, known as the “land of a thousand lakes.” With a population of around 170,000, it offers a calm, student-friendly environment surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. The city has a rich medieval history, a charming old town, and very affordable living costs.
- Capital of the Warmia and Mazury region; population approx. 170,000
- Set amid stunning lake landscapes
- Very affordable cost of living
- Calm and safe student environment with a charming medieval old town
About the author
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Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.
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Frequently asked questions about this university
- Is the degree recognised in the EU? Yes — as an EU member state, degrees from Polish universities are automatically recognised across the EU.
- Is an entrance examination required? Yes — applicants must pass a written entrance examination in Biology and Chemistry.
- What is the living environment like in Olsztyn? Olsztyn offers a peaceful, nature-rich environment with very affordable living costs and a welcoming student community.
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