The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Kraków
Kraków, Poland
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
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Overview
The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Kraków (UPJPII) is a pontifical Catholic university in Kraków, Poland. Its roots trace back to 1397 when Pope Boniface IX established a Faculty of Theology at the University of Kraków at the request of King Ladislaus Jagiello and Queen Jadwiga. Today UPJPII offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs across theology, philosophy, social sciences, history, cultural heritage and canon law. As a pontifical institution it operates under the authority of the Holy See and the Catholic Church.
Fields of study
- Theology
- Philosophy
- Social Sciences
- History
- Cultural Heritage
- Canon Law
- Communication and Media Studies
- Applied Communication
Accreditation: Holy See (Vatican); Polish Accreditation Committee (PKA)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Winter semester (October), Summer semester (February)
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- recruitment@upjp2.edu.pl
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Communication – Event and Influencer Marketing (opens in a new tab)English | Master's | — | Varies | Jul 20, 2026 | Intake I, Intake II, Intake III, Intake IV |
| Communication and Media studies (opens in a new tab)English | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Jul 20, 2026 | Intake I, Intake II, Intake III, Intake IV |
| Philosophy, ethics and religion (opens in a new tab)English | Master's | — | Varies | Jun 15, 2026 | Intake I, Intake II, Intake III, Intake IV |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.