Colleges & Universities in Poland

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach

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world rank  1043

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Overview

Established in 1968, the Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach (University of Silesia in Katowice) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Katowice (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Silesian Voivodeship. This institution also has branch campuses in Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzów. Officially recognized by the Ministerstwo Edukacji i Nauki w Polsce (Ministry of Education and Science of Poland), Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach (US) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Polish higher education institution. Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach (US) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 56-year-old Polish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Polish higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. US also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Control Typepublic

Entity

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Silesia in Katowice
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym US
Founded 1968
Motto
Colours Blue and white
Mascot Usiolek
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University Location

Address ul. Bankowa 12
Katowice
40-007 Silesian Voivodeship
Poland
Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach Phone Number (32) 359 2272
Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach Fax Number (32) 359 1178
Other locations Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzów

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach.



Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 30-39% making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Silesia in Katowice has more than 500 international students.

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Admission Office Admission Office

Bankowa 12
Katowice 40-007
32 359 22 72
32 359 22 73

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Library University Library

Yes Visit Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Library


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Housing University Housing

Yes


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerstwo Edukacji i Nauki w Polsce

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2003


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Pañstwowa Komisja Akredytacyjna (PKA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • EUA - European University Association
  • EUPEN - European Physics Education Network
  • ELFA - European Law Faculties Association
  • AUF - Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie
  • EASSW - European Association of Schools of Social Work
  • EUNIS - European University Information System
  • EPSO - European Plant Science Organisation
  • CERN - Organisation Europeennee pour la Recherche Nucleaire
  • ECTN - European Chemistry Thematic Network Association


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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