The Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music in Katowice
Katowice, Poland
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 20%
- Students
- 1,000
- International students
- 0%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1929
Overview
Founded in 1929, the Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music in Katowice is the oldest state higher education institution in Upper Silesia. It is a renowned center for musical education, offering studies in composition, performance, and music theory. The academy is housed in a historic neo-Gothic building and features a modern concert hall built in 2007. It maintains a strong international presence through collaborations and the Erasmus program. The institution is known for fostering the 'Silesian school of composers' and producing world-class musicians. It provides a vibrant artistic environment with regular student performances and international masterclasses.
Fields of study
- Composition
- Theory of Music
- Conducting
- Music Education
- Eurhythmics
- Music Therapy
- Instrumental Performance
- Chamber Music Performance
- Vocal Performance
- Dance Performance
- Jazz and Stage Performance Music
Accreditation: Ministry of Culture and National Heritage; Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- April 30
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- rekrutacja@am.katowice.pl
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
$2,383 / year
Domestic students
$2,383 / year
Tuition fees may vary; check official website for current rates.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyrygentura (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Dyrygentura (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Edukacja artystyczna (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Edukacja artystyczna (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Instrumentalistyka (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Instrumentalistyka (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Jazz i muzyka estradowa (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Jazz i muzyka estradowa (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Kompozycja i teoria muzyki (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Kompozycja i teoria muzyki (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Muzyka dawna (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Muzyka dawna (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Taniec (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Taniec (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Wokalistyka (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Wokalistyka (opens in a new tab)Polish · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.