> Markdown version of https://apply.edu.pl/guides/ — the HTML page is canonical. 1. [Home](/) 2. Guides # Guides Plain-English orientation for applying to study in Poland. These guides are general — always verify specifics with the university and official sources.  Your move to Poland, made clear Step-by-step orientation, from application to arrival. - [How to apply to a Polish university The general steps for international students — from choosing a programme to submitting your application and arriving in Poland. Read guide](/guides/how-to-apply/) - [Application platforms: IRK, DreamApply & own portals How Polish universities collect applications online, what each platform is, and which universities use which system. Read guide](/guides/application-platforms/) - [Tuition and living costs A realistic overview of tuition ranges for English-taught programmes plus approximate living-cost ranges in Poland. Read guide](/guides/tuition-and-costs/) - [Visa and residence basics The general framework non-EU students follow for student visas and residence permits — with links to official sources. Read guide](/guides/visa-and-residence/) - [FAQ: applying to Poland Quick answers to the most common application questions — deadlines, IELTS alternatives, fees, documents and applying to several universities at once. Read guide](/faq/) ## Watch & learn A few external, free resources to see student life and official guidance for studying in Poland. - [Watch on YouTube “Study in Poland for international students” Student vlogs, campus tours and how-to-apply walkthroughs. Open (opens in a new tab)](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=study+in+Poland+for+international+students&utm_source=apply.edu.pl&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=guides-resources) - [Official portal study.gov.pl Poland's official portal for international students and researchers. Open (opens in a new tab)](https://study.gov.pl/?utm_source=apply.edu.pl&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=guides-resources) - [Scholarships NAWA — Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange Government scholarships and exchange programmes for foreign students. Open (opens in a new tab)](https://nawa.gov.pl/en/?utm_source=apply.edu.pl&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=guides-resources)