Overview
Master’s Degree (Second-cycle studies)
Optional one-year preparatory course in Polish language
Description
Master’s Degree (Second-cycle studies)
Optional one-year preparatory course in Polish language
Eligibility
Applicants must:
Hold a bachelor’s degree or be in their final semester
Have graduated no earlier than 2024
Not have previously received a NAWA scholarship
Not hold or be applying for Polish citizenship
Meet language requirements (English or Polish)
Apply simultaneously to a Polish university
Additional Information
Degree Level
Master’s Degree (Second-cycle studies)
Optional one-year preparatory course in Polish language
Available Subjects
The scholarship supports a broad range of academic disciplines, including:
Engineering and Technical Sciences
Agriculture and Natural Sciences
Life Sciences
Environmental Studies
Social Sciences (selected programmes)
Note: Priority is given to development-focused fields.
Benefits
The NAWA Banach Scholarship is fully funded and offers:
Monthly stipend of PLN 2,500
Full tuition fee waiver at public universities
One-time international travel allowance
Optional fully funded preparatory course (Polish language)
Access to high-quality education and research facilities
1 Polish Language Path
Requires B2 Polish proficiency, or
Start with a one-year preparatory course (minimum B1 level required)
2 English Language Path
Requires B2 English proficiency
Includes a short Polish language and culture course
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants from 37 eligible countries, including regions such as:
Asia (India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines)
Africa (Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Senegal)
Middle East (Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Palestine)
Eastern Europe & Latin America (Ukraine, Georgia, Brazil, Peru)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Hold a bachelor’s degree or be in their final semester
Have graduated no earlier than 2024
Not have previously received a NAWA scholarship
Not hold or be applying for Polish citizenship
Meet language requirements (English or Polish)
Apply simultaneously to a Polish university
Selection Criteria
Candidates are assessed based on:
Academic performance (up to 70 points)
Video self-presentation (1–3 minutes) – 30 points
Optional recommendation letter – 10 points
Minimum requirement:
70 total points, including at least 50 from academic performance
Application Procedure
Choose a Study Programme Select a master’s programme at a public university in Poland
Apply to the University Submit a separate application directly to your chosen university
Submit NAWA Application Apply through the official NAWA portal
Prepare Required Documents Academic transcripts Degree certificate Language proficiency proof Video presentation Optional recommendation letter
Academic transcripts
Degree certificate
Language proficiency proof
Video presentation
Optional recommendation letter
Await Results Final results will be announced after evaluation
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 8 May 2026 (3:00 PM Warsaw time)
Programme Start: October 2026 (Winter Semester)
Results Announcement: By 31 July 2026
Note: Applications may close earlier if country quotas are filled.
Key Features Of The Programme
Fully funded government scholarship
Flexible study options (English or Polish)
Focus on students from the Global South
Opportunity to study in a growing European education hub
Parallel application system (NAWA + university)
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Is the NAWA Banach Scholarship fully funded? Yes, it covers tuition fees, a monthly stipend, and travel costs.
Can I apply without knowing Polish? Yes, you can apply through the English-language track or enroll in the preparatory Polish language course.
Do I need university admission before applying? You must apply to a Polish university at the same time as submitting your NAWA application.
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Funding
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Country
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