2026 Summer Studies Abroad, John Paul II Catholic University, Lublin
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF LUBLIN
Courses at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin are designed for students over 18 years of age who are wish to acquire versatility in their communication skills and develop a thorough understanding of the Polish language and culture. The program is geared to anyone who requires fluency in Polish for professional or academic purposes. The program is flexible enough to appear to persons who have limited time for travel as well as to those who need as much time as possible to engage in learning the language.
Language courses are available from 2 to 4 weeks beginning in early July. Students will be placed in an appropriate proficiency level based on a placement test which will be given at the university at the start of the program. Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels are available. Class size is limited to approximately 10 students affording each student personalized attention.
Applicants choose the course option when completing the on-line application form:
Basic (standard course): Language program, teaching materials and cultural and tourist program.
Plus (extended course): everything from the Basic option and lunches during the course.
All-inclusive: everything from the Plus option; accomodation at the KUL Student Residence-double rooms, Wi-Fi, access to kitchen.
All courses offer lectures, seminars, workshops, cultural and social activities as well as sightseeing trips. Students will have an unique opportunity to meet with celebrities of Polish cultural and political life and see masterpieces of Polish art and architecture.
The following information includes the program fees for course:
2 weeks course (40 hours) : July 6 – 18 July, 2026; Program fees: Basic: $438; Plus: $665; All Inclusive: $877.
3 weeks course (60 hours): July 6-July 25, 2026; Program Fees: Basic: $625; Plus: $975; All Inclusive: $1,293.
4 weeks course (80 hours): July 6-August, 2 2026; Program Fees: Basic: $792; Plus: $ 1,264; All Inclusive: $1,688.
* In Polish educational system, a standard academic hour is 45 minutes
CULTURAL AND TOURIST PROGRAM: Excursions: 1 full-day bus trip each week of the course-including Warsaw, Zamosc, Sandomierz i Kozlowka. Guided tour of Lublin: Old Town, Lublin Village Museum, Majdanek. Live Culture: Folklore workshops (dance, music, regional traditions); Polish film screening; concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events.
Detailed information about the tourist program will be provided by the university during the program.
HOUSING
Students live in double occupancy rooms at a student dormitory. Bathrooms are shared. Single rooms are available at the dormitory for additional fee of $212 for 2-week course, $318 for 3-week course and $424 for 4-week course. Single rooms are in segments that include two single rooms sharing a bathroom.
MEALS
Meals are prepared in the in the traditional Polish way. Special dietary needs are taken into consideration and should be listed on the application form.
LECTURES AND SEMINARS
Each day includes a one-hour lecture, which is delivered in both English and Polish. Lecture topics include the early and contemporary history of Poland, geography, politics, literature and art, Polish traditions, religion, music and contemporary issues.
Students in all language intensity and proficiency levels are invited to participate in other forms of learning including Polish scrabble games, Polish sing-a-longs, short skits and plays, pronunciation competitions, and the like.
JPII CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS OF CREDIT
To apply for a JPII Catholic University Transcript of Credit you must speak to your university academic adviser prior to the start of the program in Lublin. Inform your advisor of the intensity level that you expect to enroll in and the duration of the program in which you intend to participate. Your academic advisor will review the number of hours of instruction, course content, and determine whether the course can be used towards your degree requirements and/or electives. Please note that in the Polish academic system 1 academic hour = 45 minutes.
FLIGHTS TO POLAND
Participants are responsible for flight arrangements.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma by the first day of the program. All applicants who meet eligibility requirements are accepted to attend the program.
Interested in applying for a scholarship, please follow this link: Tomaszkiewcz-Florio Scholarship | The Kosciuszko Foundation
- 2027 Summer Studies Application will open:
- March 1, 2027
- Application Deadline:
- April 28, 2027
- Program Officer:
- Malgorzata Dymkowska email: exchangetopoland@thekf.org phone: (212)-734-2130
- Non-refundable application fee:
- $75
