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Krakow Student & Living Guide

Poland • PLN (Polish Złoty)

Poland’s premier academic and cultural jewel, home to Jagiellonian University (founded in 1364) and AGH University. Features one of Europe's largest medieval market squares and a massive international student community.

City Snapshot Summary
Total Monthly Budget:$885 USD
Average Salary:$2,100 / month (PLN 8,400)

Krakow Monthly Cost Breakdown

Rent & Housing
$480
1-bed apartment or student WG
Groceries & Food
$200
Monthly staples & dining out
Public Transit
$20
Monthly metro / bus pass
Utilities & Internet
$75
Electricity, heat, wifi
Miscellaneous
$110
Leisure, health & leisure

Weather & Environment

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4°C to 26°C

4 distinct seasons with snow in winter and warm summers

Average Earnings & Employment

$2,100 / month (PLN 8,400)

Estimated gross monthly income for skilled professionals in Krakow.

Top Universities in Krakow

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University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)

World Ranking: #262 • Warsaw, Masovian
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Jagiellonian University (Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie)

World Ranking: #304 • Krakow, Lesser Poland
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Warsaw University of Technology (Politechnika Warszawska)

World Ranking: #571 • Warsaw, Masovian
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AGH University of Krakow (AGH Akademia Górniczo-Hutnicza)

World Ranking: #801 • Krakow, Lesser Poland
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Top Universities
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University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)World #262 • Warsaw, Masovian
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Jagiellonian University (Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie)World #304 • Krakow, Lesser Poland
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Warsaw University of Technology (Politechnika Warszawska)World #571 • Warsaw, Masovian