Polish Government NAWA Scholarship
About this scholarship
The NAWA Scholarship is offered by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, a body of the Government of Poland, to support international students and researchers to study or carry out research in Poland. Rather than a single award, NAWA runs several programmes targeting different groups, from full master’s study to short research stays.
The support typically includes free tuition at Polish public universities, a monthly stipend of around 1,500 zloty, health insurance, and in some programmes a preparatory Polish language course and a travel allowance, with the duration varying by programme (from full master’s studies to one or two semesters or research stays). Benefits differ across the programmes.
Eligibility depends on the programme: for example, the Prof. Banach Programme funds full master’s study for citizens of eligible developing countries, the Polonista Programme supports Polish-studies students and researchers, and the Anders Programme is for people of Polish origin; general requirements include a relevant prior degree and good academic standing. You choose the relevant NAWA programme, take part in the host Polish university’s own recruitment, and submit your application through the official NAWA online system during the call. For students and researchers drawn to Poland, NAWA offers a range of supported routes.
Eligibility
- Citizens of developing countries (Banach Programme) or all countries (other programmes).
- Under 30 for master's study (varies by programme).
- A relevant prior degree (a bachelor's for master's study).
- Good academic standing.
- Specific eligibility varies by NAWA programme.
Benefits & Coverage
- Free tuition.
- Monthly stipend of around PLN 1,500.
- Health insurance.
- A preparatory Polish language course (in some programmes).
- A travel allowance (in some programmes).
Required Documents
- NAWA application.
- Academic transcripts.
- Degree certificates.
- Motivation letter.
- Curriculum vitae.
- English or Polish proficiency.
- Health certificate.
How to Apply
- Choose the relevant NAWA programme for your situation (for example, the Prof. Banach Programme for full master's study, the Polonista Programme, or the Anders Programme).
- Take part in the host Polish university's own recruitment for your chosen programme.
- Submit your application through the official NAWA online system during the call, with the required documents (benefits vary by programme; confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Polish Government NAWA Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Free tuition plus monthly stipend of around PLN 1,500; Health insurance and (some programmes) a Polish language course.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Polish Government NAWA Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's, PhD & Research.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is September 15, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Citizens of developing countries (Banach Programme) or all countries (other programmes); Under 30 for master's study (varies by programme); A relevant prior degree (a bachelor's for master's study); Good academic standing; and more (see the full list above). See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
