Vistula University, Warsaw, Poland

Vistula University: Rankings, Courses, Admissions, Fees, and Scholarships

Established first in 1992 as the University of Insurance and Banking in Warsaw, Vistula University is one of the oldest Polish private universities. The university is one of the chosen few to possess the ACCA accreditation and be allowed to display the name and logo of HR Excellence in Research. If you are looking to study in Poland, Vistula University is an elite choice. Taking a multicultural and innovative approach to contemporary problems, this international business school empowers its 4000 students to become leaders of tomorrow. 

Why study at the University?

• The attractive course curriculum is designed to help students find employment and learn about relevant skills. 
• Highly qualified faculty members include former representatives of Polish authorities, ministers, ambassadors, heads of banks, and more.
• Vistula University ranks 4th in the Perspektywy 2021 Universities Ranking, demonstrating how well its graduates fare after completing their course.
• The university holds international exchange programs that allow students to thrive in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• The double degree program offered is lucrative and helps ambitious students obtain a diploma from two universities by enrolling in a single course of study.
• Vibrant student life with 20+ student clubs lets you explore your side interests while focusing on a major course academically. 
• The Confucius Classroom program enables international students to get a basic understanding of Chinese culture and learn the Mandarin language. This gives them more exposure and helps them become eligible to bag a higher-paying job in an international job market.

University Rankings

Programs and Courses offered by the University

Vistula University provides several accredited bachelor’s degree programs alongside language courses, a double diploma program, and many other master’s degree programs. A strong academic base, coupled with practical experience attained by doing internships and being part of leadership programs, is what makes students of Vistula stand out. 

Popular specializations include engineering, economics, and management. These courses are generally opted for by international students. 

In addition to this, a Certificate of Completion of Postgraduate Studies is awarded to students who opt to enroll in postgraduate studies after completion of their bachelor’s or master’s degree program.

If international students wish to apply to courses in Polish, they will need to appear for a university test. In case they cannot clear the test, they can take a summer language course provided by the university in the Polish language. 

Undergraduate/ Bachelor Programs

Courses students can enroll in after completing high school include:

• Journalism and Social Communication
• Economics
• English Studies
• Spanish Studies
• Finance and Accounting with ACCA
• Graphic Design
• International Relations
• Project Management
• Management
• Architecture
• Computer Engineering

Graduate/ Master Programs

After completing your undergraduate studies, you can choose to polish your skills by pursuing a Master’s degree in:

• Economics 
• English Studies
• Spanish Studies
• Energy Management
• Finance and Accounting with ACCA
• Graphic Design
• Computer Engineering
• International Relations 
• Management

Campus and Accommodation

The sprawling 7-acre campus of Vistula University is easily accessible from the Stokłosy Metro Station and bus stop. The university provides several amenities such as air-conditioned rooms and lecture theatres, a well-stocked library, a gym and sports center, and 2 restaurants, catering to the tastes of the students. 

The university provides on-campus housing for its students. Students have to share a double room with a roommate. The rooms are relatively clean and spacious, equipped with two single beds and two desks along with other basic requirements. A bathroom is also attached to each room. 

Students do not have to shell out money for mandatory kitchen equipment, as most of it is provided by the university. The equipment provided includes 2 induction stoves, plates, a built-in sink, two refrigerators, and an electric kettle.

The safety of the students is also taken care of as smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, CCTV cameras, and carbon monoxide detectors are installed in each hallway of the residential buildings.

Admission Requirements for International Students

To be eligible for admission to Vistula University, students should have a decent academic record and provide all the requisite documents. 

Undergraduate/ Bachelor Admissions

To enroll in an undergraduate course, students will need to complete the following steps.

• Fill in the online application given on the university website
• Alternatively, to ensure the timely completion and submission of appropriate documents, you can apply via Gyanberry, an official partner of Vistula University.
• Attach your high school diploma, a copy of your passport, a scanned photograph, and a language certificate.
• Pay the application fees (USD 130-220)
• Apply for a Polish visa and accommodation via the university website.
• Ask to be allotted a mentor before you arrive in Warsaw.

Postgraduate/ Master Admissions

The eligibility criteria to apply for a graduate course are the same as the undergraduate program. The only additional requirement is that students will need to attach a copy of their Bachelor’s Diploma with the relevant academic transcripts. 

Tuition Fees, and Total Cost of Attendance

The first payment should be made by the 15th of September for students enrolled in the winter semester and the 15th of February for those enrolled in the spring semester.

Cost of Living: 

In addition to paying annual tuition fees, students enrolled in Vistula University will have to incur the following expenses:

Thus, the cost of attendance for international students enrolled at Vistula University will include yearly tuition fee charges, accommodation and dining charges, and one-time expenditures such as registration fees, etc.

The average annual cost of attendance for an international student pursuing an undergraduate program at Vistula University is 7,790 EUR or 8,000 USD.

Note: Converted at the rate of 1 EUR=1.03 USD. The exchange rates are subject to periodic change.

Scholarships for International Students

The Student Support Centre works around the clock to ensure that students are not financially burdened and can avail of scholarships that will help minimize the cost they have to bear. Scholarships available for international students include:

Social Scholarship

This scholarship is for those students whose monthly family income is below PLN 1051. Those enrolled in Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degree programs can be awarded this scholarship.

Award Amount: 187-234 USD

Rector’s Scholarship

The condition for obtaining the Rector’s Scholarship is to obtain a high average grade for the last year of study, and/or possess exceptional scientific or artistic talent. Those students who have performed remarkably well in an international or national sports competition are also eligible.

Award Amount: 82-200 USD

The Minister’s Scholarship For Outstanding Achievements

The Faculty Council may feel that a student’s academic, artistic, or athletic excellence should be rewarded with something more than the Rector’s scholarship. In this case, they forward the student’s scholarship application to the ministerial office.

Scholarship for People With Disabilities

Students should note that the scholarship for people with disabilities only covers a period of up to 10 months. The scholarship amount provided also depends on the degree of disability.

Award Amount: 164-234 USD

Incentive

A student who has suddenly been placed in a bad financial position can receive an Incentive. This is done in cases of:

• death or serious illness of a family member,
• natural disasters 
• the birth of a child
• sudden unemployment 
• Theft

Vistula University Merit Scholarship

Those students who are non-Polish, have an outstanding academic and extracurricular record, and have scored a minimum of 6.0 in IELTS or an equivalent internationally recognized exam, are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

The scholarship offers a 100% fee discount for the first year of studies.

To get full details of available scholarships and eligibility requirements, contact us.