The Poland Government Stefan Banach Scholarship 2025/26 offers an incredible opportunity for international students to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree in Poland. This scholarship is jointly sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland and the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). It aims to attract bright students from developing countries to experience education in one of Europe’s leading education systems.

🌍 Host Country: Poland
🎓 Funded By: Ministry of Foreign Affairs & NAWA
📜 Degree Level: Master’s Programs
🗣️ Language of Instruction: English
💰 Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
📅 Deadline to Apply: June 21, 2025
💸 What Does the Scholarship Cover?: Full Tuition Fee Waiver, Monthly Stipend, Relocation Allowance, Thesis Support
📚 Available 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 recognized institutions including Jagiellonian University, University of Warsaw, Warsaw University of Technology, and more
🌍 Eligible Countries: Africa & Middle East, Asia & Pacific, Europe & Caucasus, Latin America

Designation

International Master’s Scholarship

Research Area

  • Engineering & Technology
  • Natural & Life Sciences
  • Social Sciences & Humanities
  • Agricultural Sciences
  • Environmental Studies
  • Art & Creative Disciplines
  • Technical & Applied Sciences

Location

Various public and private universities across Poland

Eligibility/Qualification

To be eligible for the Stefan Banach Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a citizen of an eligible developing country.
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
  • Not have previously completed a Master’s degree.
  • Not have received this scholarship in the past.
  • Demonstrate English proficiency at a B2 level or higher (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL certificate or university certificate).

Job Description

This scholarship covers all major expenses, allowing students to focus entirely on their academic journey. The scholarship includes:

  • A full tuition fee waiver (at public universities).
  • A monthly stipend for living costs.
  • A relocation allowance of PLN 500 upon arrival in Poland.
  • Thesis support allowance of PLN 500 for final dissertation expenses.

How to Apply

  1. Prepare all required academic and English language proficiency documents.
  2. Visit the official NAWA application platform.
  3. Complete the online application form and upload all supporting materials.
  4. Submit your application before the deadline.

Last Date to Apply

June 21, 2025

For more details and to apply, please refer to the official NAWA scholarship portal.