Uniwersytet Jagielloński w KrakowieStudent Guide

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Student guide · Winter Semester 2026/2027

The semester, explained for Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Winter Semester 2026/2027
Campus terms
16
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Winter Semester 2026/2027 runs Oct 1, 2026 – Feb 25, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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  1. Winter Semester 2026/2027Winter Semester 2026/2027 (Collegium Medicum)Relevant now
  2. Summer Semester 2026/2027Summer Semester 2026/2027 (Collegium Medicum)

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Campus language

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16 terms

A

All In UJ
A prominent student association focused on culture, science, and sports events.

B

Bar Mleczny
Generic term for 'Milk Bars' like Bar Targowy or Bar Górnik, offering cheap traditional Polish meals for students.
Bydgoska
A large complex of student dormitories (Bursa Jagiellońska) located on Bydgoska Street.

D

Dziekanka
Dean's leave; an official sabbatical or gap year taken by a student.

G

Garnuszek
A common student-frequented bistro offering affordable lunches near the central campus.

K

KN
Koło Naukowe (Scientific Circle), a prefix used for dozens of student research groups.

N

Nawojka
A centrally located student dormitory named after the legendary first female student in Poland.
NZS
Niezależne Zrzeszenie Studentów (Independent Students' Association), a major student organization.

P

Piast
One of the large student houses providing accommodation for UJ students.

S

Sesja
The intense exam period at the end of each semester.
SSUJ
Samorząd Studentów Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego (The official Student Government).

U

U Babci Maliny
A popular traditional restaurant near the university buildings known for its student-friendly atmosphere and decor.
USOS
The University Study-Oriented System; the online portal for grades, registration, and administrative tasks.

W

Warunek
A 'conditional' pass, allowing a student to advance to the next year despite failing a subject, usually for a fee.

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Żaczek
The most famous student house located near Błonia park, known for its history and student club.

Z

Zerówka
An optional 'zero-term' exam held before the official exam session begins.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
AM
Auditorium Maximum, a large modern complex of lecture halls on Krupnicza Street.
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Bistro by Jelonek
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Bistro4mat (Biochemistry)
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Bistro4mat (Zoology)
ELS
Elektroniczna Legitymacja Studencka; the mandatory student ID card used for libraries and public transport discounts.
KKM
Krakowska Karta Miejska; the city transit card that students link to their ELS for discounted travel.
Kwadrans akademicki
The 'academic quarter'—a traditional 15-minute grace period for students and professors to arrive at a lecture.
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Kwant Bistro
Maius
Collegium Maius, the oldest university building, now housing the UJ Museum.
Novum
Collegium Novum, the main administrative building and seat of the Rector.
Obiegówka
A clearance slip required to prove a student has no outstanding debts (e.g., to the library) before graduating.
Paderevianum
The main building for the Faculty of Philology.
Ruczaj
The common name for the 'Campus of the 600th Anniversary of the Jagiellonian University Revival' located in the Ruczaj district.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Winter Semester 2026/2027 runs Oct 1, 2026 – Feb 25, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Kraków for Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Kraków.

Timezone

Europe/Warsaw

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Bus System, Rail System

Nearest Airports

Airport Name

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49.5°F

Avg Snowfall

45.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Parking ul. Badurskiego 15, 17, 19

surface_lot • Limited

Reserved for students residing in the Collegium Medicum dormitories; application required during check-in.

Medical Library Parking

surface_lot • Moderate

Located near the Medical Library at the Prokocim campus.

Stare Miasto (Gołębia/Jagiellońska)

street • Very Limited

70 spots reserved specifically for UJ staff with university identifiers.

Campus News

Latest updates from Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie

UJ rektor highlights rising living costs for students in Kraków

Rektor Prof. Piotr Jedynak noted that talented young people are increasingly opting out of studying in Kraków due to the high cost of living and housing.

Sep 30, 2026

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Delay in construction of new Jagiellonian University dormitories

The construction of new student housing on the Ruczaj campus has faced delays due to contractor issues; a new tender for two dormitories is being prepared.

Sep 30, 2026

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Orientation Week for international medical students concludes

Nearly 130 first-year international students participated in the Orientation Week and White Coat Ceremony at UJ Collegium Medicum.

Sep 29, 2026

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Jagiellonian University maintains position in Shanghai Ranking 2026

UJ was ranked in the 501-600 range globally in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2026.

Sep 15, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie

Inauguracja roku akademickiego 2026/2027

October 1, 2026

Auditorium Maximum UJ, ul. Krupnicza 33, Kraków

The official opening ceremony of the 663rd academic year, featuring a traditional parade of professors through the streets of Kraków starting from Collegium Maius.

Test Coopera – edycja jesień 2026

October 3, 2026

Stadion Lekkoatletyczny MOS Kraków „Zachód”, Plac na Groblach 23

A 12-minute fitness test open to students and residents, organized by the Jagiellonian University Sports Club.

Bieg Medyka. Piątka z Misją

October 4, 2026

Park Lotników Polskich, Kraków

A charity run organized by the Medical Charity Center Foundation and supported by UJ Collegium Medicum.

7. Międzynarodowa konferencja „Medical Review Auschwitz”

October 6, 2026

Kraków (various locations)

A three-day international conference titled 'Medicine Behind the Barbed Wire' focusing on medical ethics and history.

Premiera i spotkanie promocyjne książki „Archeologia bez makijażu”

October 15, 2026

Uniwersytet Jagielloński, Kraków

A book launch and meeting with author Beata Kukiel-Vraili, featuring discussions with prominent female archaeologists from UJ.

Hybrid International Student and Doctoral Conference: The Iron Curtain

October 19, 2026

ul. Władysława Reymonta 4, Kraków

A conference exploring memory, borders, and political shifts related to the Iron Curtain, organized by the European Studies Student Association.

Ogólnopolska konferencja naukowa: Naukowe konkrety dla Polski

October 27, 2026

Krynica-Zdrój (Krynica Forum 2026)

A national scientific conference focused on implementing research results into public policy, partnered with the Jagiellonian Club Analysis Center.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

8 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Bursa Jagiellońska

Room types: double

Bydgoska

Room types: double

Kamionka

Nawojka

Room types: double

Piast

Room types: double

Professors’ House - S. Pigon Dormitory

UJ Guest House Floriańska

Żaczek

Room types: double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@uj.edu.pl

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