POLAND 2025: Polish Government Scholarships: (Deadliine 23 April, 2025)

The Polish Government Scholarships 2025/2026 offer an incredible opportunity for international students, doctoral candidates, researchers, and academic staff to pursue short-term studies, research internships, or part-time study experiences in Poland. This prestigious scholarship initiative, offered under the Zawacka NAWA Programme and administered by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA), is designed to foster academic cooperation through bilateral agreements between Poland and partner countries—including Switzerland.

Through this program, selected applicants can benefit from funded academic and research stays in Poland, enhancing international cooperation, academic exchange, and scientific collaboration across various disciplines and institutions.

This program is ideal for students and researchers seeking to gain international exposure while studying or conducting research in one of Europe’s most culturally rich and academically growing nations. With generous monthly stipends and full support for academic integration, the Polish Government Scholarships 2025/2026 are an excellent opportunity to explore Polish higher education and research systems.

Polish Government Scholarships 2025/2026 Details:

• Host Country: Poland
• Funded By: Republic of Poland (via NAWA – Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange)
• Study Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctoral, Researchers
• Types of Scholarships:
  • Short-term and semester-based
  • One-year academic scholarships
  • Research internships

Benefits of the Polish Government Scholarships:

• Students (studies or research stays): 1,800 PLN/month
• Doctoral Students (research stays): 2,500 PLN/month
• Postdoctoral Researchers: 3,500 PLN/month

Fields of Study:

Open to all academic fields across science, engineering, humanities, medicine, technology, social sciences, and more.

Who Can Apply?

The following categories of Swiss applicants are eligible:

• Undergraduate & Graduate students
• Doctoral candidates enrolled in Swiss institutions
• Researchers, scientists, and academic staff employed at Swiss universities or research centers

Note: Dual citizens (Poland/Switzerland) are not eligible.

Those pursuing full PhDs at Polish doctoral schools are also not eligible, but short-term research visits are allowed.

Type of Activities Covered:

• Part-time studies at Polish universities
• Research stays or scientific internships
• Study visits for academic collaboration
• Data collection for theses or research
• Teaching engagements or other scholarly tasks

Required Documents:

• Completed application form (downloadable via Swiss universities)
• CV/Resume
• Academic transcripts
• Certificate of enrollment or employment
• Motivation letter
• Recommendation letter(s)
• Passport scan
• Any additional supporting documents mentioned in the application

Application Deadline:

The application deadline to apply for the Polish Government Scholarships 2025/2026 is 23rd April 2025.

Where to Submit?

Email your complete application in one PDF file to:

 [email protected]

The Scholarship Service of swissuniversities will forward applications to the Polish Embassy in Bern, which will select nominees for the final stage handled by NAWA.

Final Steps After Nomination:

NAWA will contact selected applicants and ask them to register and submit their documents via the NAWA Academic Exchange IT System.

• Final submission deadline to NAWA: No later than 30 September 2025

Important Notes:

• Applicants must independently arrange admission or invitation with a Polish host university or research center.
• NAWA does not facilitate university placements.
• For scholarship extensions, consult the host university in advance and apply through Swissuniversities if eligible.

Other Opportunities for Swiss Students:

In addition to the Zawacka NAWA Programme, Swiss students and scholars can explore:

• NAWA Scholarship Programs (for international students and scientists)
• National Science Centre in Poland (NCN) grants and fellowships