The Poland Government Stefan Banach Scholarship for the 2025/2026 academic year offers a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue a Master’s degree in Poland. This prestigious scholarship is a partnership between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland and the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA), providing comprehensive financial support to selected candidates, including tuition waivers and stipends for living expenses.
- 🌍 Host Country: Poland
- 🎓 Degree Level: Master’s Programs
- 📘 Language of Instruction: English
- 💸 Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
- 📅 Deadline: June 21, 2025
- 📚 Fields of Study: Engineering & Technology, Natural & Life Sciences, Social Sciences & Humanities, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Studies, Art & Creative Disciplines, Technical & Applied Sciences
- 🏛️ Participating Universities: Over 80 institutions including Jagiellonian University, University of Warsaw, Warsaw University of Technology, and more
- 🌍 Eligible Countries: Various regions including Africa & Middle East, Asia & Pacific, Europe & Caucasus, Latin America
Designation
Stefan Banach Scholarship Recipient
Research Area
This scholarship covers a wide range of academic fields, including but not limited to:
- Engineering & Technology
- Natural & Life Sciences
- Social Sciences & Humanities
- Agricultural Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Art & Creative Disciplines
- Technical & Applied Sciences
Location
Poland (with opportunities at various public and private universities supervised by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education)
Eligibility/Qualification
To qualify for the 2025 Banach Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of an eligible developing country (see the full list of eligible countries below).
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent).
- Not have previously completed a Master’s degree.
- Not have received the Banach scholarship in the past.
- Demonstrate English proficiency at a B2 level or higher (e.g., via IELTS, TOEFL, or a university certificate).
Eligible Countries Include:
- Africa & Middle East: Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine.
- Asia & Pacific: India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Uzbekistan, Vietnam.
- Europe & Caucasus: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine.
- Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Peru.
Job Description
As a recipient of the Stefan Banach Scholarship, students will receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver at recognized public universities.
- A monthly stipend to cover living costs.
- A relocation allowance of PLN 500 upon arrival in Poland.
- Additional support of PLN 500 for final dissertation expenses.
How to Apply
To apply for the Stefan Banach Scholarship:
- Prepare the necessary academic documents and proof of English language proficiency.
- Visit the official NAWA application portal.
- Fill out the required information and upload all supporting documents.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
June 21, 2025
This scholarship represents a valuable opportunity for students seeking to advance their education in a vibrant, culturally rich environment, with complete financial backing to support their academic journey in Poland.
