Regular Student as a Foreigner Experience in Krakow

Why did you choose to go to Krakow, Poland?

I love Poland and swiss universities are full of fucking leftists.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

3 years. 400-450€/month

What is the student lifestyle like in Krakow?

Very nice. Lot of parties...

Would you recommend the city and the University of Krakow to other students?

Yes

What is the food like?

Come on, it's the big city, there is some food from around the world.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Krakow?

Very easy to find. But it's necessary to start the research in July/August, not at the last moment

How much does it cost to live in Krakow?

250-300€/month in a small flat (20m2) / But at uni's dorm it's cheaper.
For 150-200€/person it's possible to find a very nice and big flat for 3-4 person

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Easy for me because I've already known before I come. But for someone who never learn before, it's really hard. But people speak English and/or German, very often.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Krakow from your city?

By plane (EasyJet)

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Krakow?

Bania Luka, Teatro Cubano, Prozac... The list is long...

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Krakow?

Kuchnia u Babci Maliny, Miód Malina, Bania Luka for a quick and cheap meal...

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

All Poland is a cultural site :)