About
The University of Lodz is one of the leading institutions of higher education in Poland. It was established in 1945 as a successor of educational institutions active in Lodz in earlier times. The 12 faculties of the University provide programmes in 76 fields of study and 160 specializations. In addition, the University offers doctoral programmes, more than 60 postgraduate curricula including an MB...
The University of Lodz is one of the leading institutions of higher education in Poland. It was established in 1945 as a successor of educational institutions active in Lodz in earlier times. The 12 faculties of the University provide programmes in 76 fields of study and 160 specializations. In addition, the University offers doctoral programmes, more than 60 postgraduate curricula including an MBA programme, and programmes financed by the ESF. About 10,000 students complete their programmes at the University of Lodz every year. Our students, together with those studying in Lodz within Erasmus exchange, come from about 80 different countries. In this truly international atmosphere everyone can experience the cultural diversity of both the city and the institution. The 38,000 students that attend classes at different faculties of the University are taught by 2,226 academic teachers, 586 of whom bear the highest academic rank. The interest in studying at the University of Lodz is determined by high quality of instruction and modern programmes of study offered in Polish, English and French, and adapted to the changing demands of the labour market. The University treats international cooperation as a way to foster its development and continue the city’s tradition.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1001 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 18 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 21,312
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 14.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 10%
- Female : Male
- 61 : 39
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 601+ | 15.4 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 1001+ | 11.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1001–1250 | 20.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 1001+ | 11.4 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 1001+ | 14.7 | 2026 |
QS
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Linguistics | 301-310 | - | 2022 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
US News
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Environment/Ecology | =626 | 33.2 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | 634 | 33.2 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,180 | 33.2 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Łódź?
University of Łódź's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 1501+, US News Rank =1,441.
When was University of Łódź founded?
University of Łódź was founded in 1945.
What are the top subjects at University of Łódź?
Top subjects at University of Łódź include: Geography, Law & Legal Studies, Economics & Econometrics, Linguistics, Ecology.
Where is University of Łódź located?
University of Łódź is located in Lodz, Poland.