Practical information - Warsaw School of Computer Science

Practical information

Cost of living in Poland

Poland is among the cheapest countries to live and study among European countries. Warsaw as the capital and largest city in Poland is slightly more expensive than other Polish cities, however a student can get by 300 EUR monthly. For non EU/EFTA students please remember to have sufficient funds for living prior to arriving in Poland.

Average prices:

  • Rent 80-150 EUR
  • Food 100-150 EUR
  • Transportation 15-20 EUR
  • Telephone/Internet 20-30 EUR
  • Other expenses 50-100 EUR

For more information about prices please visit: Numbeo – the world’s largest cost of living database

Accommodation

Warsaw School of Computer Science does not have its own dormitories so it is probably a good idea to find a place to rent before coming to Poland. You can find shared apartments or a single room or a studio flat if you prefer to have more privacy. The cost of rented accommodation varies depending on location and standard but the prices will range from 100 EUR to 500 EUR. Please write to us if you have problems finding accommodation in Warsaw.

You may check this website for great accomodation offers:

We recommend our partner Pepe Housing – accommodation for students in Poland.
Discounts on booking fee for WWSI students.

Pepe Housing – Accommodation for students in Poland. See information brochure (LINK)

Pepe Housing was created in response to a high demand for quality student accommodation in Poland. The company’s team has lived in many countries and has experienced all possible problems related to student house hunting. As a result, they understand the needs and qualities students are looking for.

As an Erasmus Student Network official partner for Erasmus+ student accommodation in Poland, Pepe Housing is a trusted partner in the process of searching for quality accommodation in convenient locations in Warsaw. Pepe Housing carefully chooses the landlords and makes sure that all the flats and rooms are equipped with basic furniture and other necessary items. You can rent all rooms and flats offered by Pepe Housing online, and the company ensures that booking is fast and safe. Pepe Housing team is happy to answer all possible questions and assist you in finding appropriate accommodation in Poland.

Check the rooms and flats with easy access by public transport to School of Computer Science at https://pepehousing.com/warszawa/search

You can also check the main Pepe Housing website at https://pepehousing.com/

Contact person: k.pastuszak@pepehousing.com

School of Computer Science students should use the WWSI promo code, which entitles them to 10% discount on the booking fee. The code must be used during the booking process.

Studying and working

Some students may wish to combine studying and working while they are in Poland. Full-time students and those who have temporary residence permit do not need a work permit to be able to find employment in Poland. For more information please visit Migrant info

You will find lots of information about living and studying in Poland as recommended by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education:

Here you will get to know Polish higher education system:

Legalizing your stay in Poland

If you have any questions about legalizing your stay, residence permit, work permit or visa, we recommend getting in touch with Poland Study Consulting

Poland Study Consulting

There’s a discount for WSCS students.

Logo of Poland Study Educational Services, link to website