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University of Silesia in Katowice

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Overview

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, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland. This institution also has branch campuses in Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzów. Founded in 1968, Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach (US) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerstwo Nauki i Szkolnictwa Wyższego. 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 or use the website search engine below. This 58-year-old Polish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 30-39%. This makes it a very selective. International students are welcome to apply. US also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Silesia in Katowice's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Silesia in Katowice's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Silesia in Katowice' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Silesia in Katowice's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

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

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Location

Address ul. Bankowa 12
Katowice
40-007 Silesian Voivodeship
Poland
University of Silesia in Katowice's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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University of Silesia in Katowice Phone Number (32) 359 2272
University of Silesia in Katowice Fax Number (32) 359 1178
Other locations Sosnowiec, Cieszyn and Chorzów

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University of Silesia in Katowice's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Silesia in Katowice is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerstwo Nauki i Szkolnictwa Wyższego

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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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Silesia in Katowice as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Silesia in Katowice Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Silesia in Katowice 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 University of Silesia in Katowice's academic range and degree level offering.



Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Silesia in Katowice Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Silesia in Katowice Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Silesia in Katowice 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 University of Silesia in Katowice.



University of Silesia in Katowice: 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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Silesia in Katowice Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Silesia in Katowice website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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University of Silesia in Katowice's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Silesia in Katowice is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Silesia in Katowice has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Silesia in Katowice's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 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


University of Silesia in Katowice's International Students Admission International Students

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


University of Silesia in Katowice's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Silesia in Katowice's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Silesia in Katowice Size and Profile


University of Silesia in Katowice's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Silesia in Katowice has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Silesia in Katowice's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Control Type Control Type

University of Silesia in Katowice is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Silesia in Katowice is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Silesia in Katowice's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Silesia in Katowice 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.


University of Silesia in Katowice's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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University of Silesia in Katowice is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Silesia in Katowice Facilities


University of Silesia in Katowice's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Silesia in Katowice's Library


University of Silesia in Katowice's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Silesia in Katowice's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Silesia in Katowice's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Silesia in Katowice Services


University of Silesia in Katowice's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Silesia in Katowice's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Silesia in Katowice's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Silesia in Katowice's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Silesia in Katowice's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Silesia in Katowice Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach
  • Faculty of Fine Arts and Music
  • Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection
  • Faculty of Ethnology and Educational Studies
  • Faculty of Philology
  • Faculty of Informatics and Materials Science
  • Faculty of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
  • Faculty of Earth Sciences
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Pedagogy and Psychology
  • Faculty of Law and Administration
  • Faculty of Radio and Television
  • Faculty of Theology
  • Collegium of Interdisciplinary Studies
  • School of Management

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Silesia in Katowice 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


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Silesia in Katowice public or private?

University of Silesia in Katowice is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Silesia in Katowice profit or non-profit?

University of Silesia in Katowice is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Silesia in Katowice in terms of enrollment?

University of Silesia in Katowice has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Silesia in Katowice in terms of academic staff?

University of Silesia in Katowice's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is University of Silesia in Katowice a coeducational institution?

University of Silesia in Katowice is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Silesia in Katowice use?

University of Silesia in Katowice 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.

What religion is University of Silesia in Katowice affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Silesia in Katowice admit international students?

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

What is University of Silesia in Katowice's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Silesia in Katowice's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Silesia in Katowice US?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Silesia in Katowice US located?

University of Silesia in Katowice is located in Katowice, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland. Address: ul. Bankowa 12.

Is University of Silesia in Katowice US accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Silesia in Katowice is accredited by Ministerstwo Nauki i Szkolnictwa Wyższego (since 2003).

Does University of Silesia in Katowice offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Silesia in Katowice offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Silesia in Katowice have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Silesia in Katowice provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Silesia in Katowice have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Silesia in Katowice offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Silesia in Katowice offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Silesia in Katowice offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Silesia in Katowice have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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