Poland My First Choice Scholarship 2025 (Master’s Degree)

The Poland My First Choice (PMFC) NAWA Scholarship 2025 is a fully funded opportunity offered by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). This program allows international students from over 40 developed countries to pursue a Master’s degree at leading public universities in Poland – all without paying tuition fees.

Key Features:

• No IELTS required for many students

• Monthly living stipend

• One-time travel grant

• All subjects and academic fields are eligible

Available Fields of Study

All academic subjects offered by participating Polish public universities are eligible under this scholarship program.

What the Scholarship Covers

• Full Tuition Fees – Study at top Polish public universities for free

• Monthly Stipend – PLN 1,800 to cover living expenses

• Travel Grant – One-time relocation allowance (up to PLN 6,500 depending on your country)

• No Application Fee

• Language Flexibility – IELTS not required if you meet alternative criteria

Eligible Countries

Europe:

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Americas:

Canada, Chile, United States, Uruguay

Asia-Pacific:

Australia, Israel, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, New Zealand, China (Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan)

Note: Polish citizens or individuals applying for Polish citizenship are not eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirements:

• Must hold (or be in the final year of) a Bachelor’s degree obtained no earlier than 2023

• Plan to begin full-time Master’s studies in Poland in the 2025/2026 academic year

Language Requirements:

You do not need IELTS or TOEFL if:

• You completed a degree in English

• You are from an English-speaking country

• You pass a university-administered English test

Accepted alternatives: University certificates, national English tests, or proof of English-medium education.

How to Apply

• Deadline: April 18, 2025 (3:00 PM Warsaw Time)

• Application Portal: NAWA Programs Portal

• Application Language: Polish or English

Required Documents:

• Passport or National ID (EU citizens)

• Bachelor’s degree certificate (or provisional certificate with transcript)

• Language proficiency proof

• Motivation letter (study goals, academic interests)

• Optional: Certificates, publications, awards

University Application

Applicants must separately apply to universities in Poland that are partnered with NAWA.

Useful Resources:

• General Info: study.gov.pl

• Course Search: Study Finder

Travel Grant Details

The scholarship includes a relocation allowance based on your home country:

Selection Criteria

Applications are scored out of 100 points:

• Bachelor’s GPA – up to 50 points

• Motivation Letter & Study Plan – up to 50 points

Minimum requirement: 60 points total, with at least 25 in each section.

When Will You Know the Result?

Final results will be published by May 31, 2025.

Why Choose Poland for Your Master’s Degree?

With world-class universities, a rich cultural heritage, and generous government funding, Poland is quickly becoming a top destination for international students. The NAWA PMFC 2025 Scholarship offers everything you need — tuition, living expenses, travel support, and language flexibility — making it one of the best fully funded programs in Europe.

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