List of universities in Poland

In total, there are approximately 457 universities and collegiate-level institutions of higher education in Poland, including 131 government-funded and 326 privately owned universities, with almost 2 million enrolled students as of 2010[update].

[1] According to the March 18, 2011 Act of the Polish Parliament, the universities are divided into categories based on their legal status and level of authorization.

The remaining universities are divided according to their educational profile usually reflected in their differing names.

Academy is used for institutions which focus on fine arts, music and drama.

[5] The Polish names of listed universities are given in brackets, followed by a standard abbreviation (if commonly used or if existent).