Jagiellonian Admission Stats

[elementalsix]

This is obviously hear-say, but does anyone know how difficult it is to be accepted into the four-year medical program at Jag? If anyone is actually a student at the university, some information would be helpful. I've already tried searching for more information on ValueMD, but no reliable information comes up.

I have looked at Jag, Warsaw, and Poznan for some time now, and notice that Jag only accepts/enrolls about 25 students per year per the four-year MD program.

Obviously there are more than just North American students applying. With a 3.2 GPA, and haven't taken the MCAT yet, I'm curious to the application process. I'm also trying to come back to California eventually.

Any information would be appreciated.
Thanks!

[Eye of Newt]

Jagiellonian has a cap of 35 students per class for the 4-yr program and normally fills this quota each year. I can not comment about the admissions stats or how competitive it is to get in because I simply do not know. However, the application process is very user friendly, perhaps AMCAS light. Letters or rec, personal statement, transcript, MCAT (or equiv.), good physical health, and a telephone interview... pretty standard but not as grueling or time consuming as in North America. Also, you can practice in California if you finish this program in response to your previous concern. If you have any pressing personal questions, then I suggest that you call the school office. They are friendly, helpful, and have plenty of experience in answering personal questions and student concerns.

If you have any questions that you want a student to answer, then feel free to PM me.

[Rotten]

I'm a first-year (4 year program) at Jagiellonian, so perhaps I can help with class demographics/stats, etc. First off, our class has 35 students, which Newt mentioned was the cap. Most of my classmates' GPA's (assuming they're not lying) range from about 3.0 to 3.5 or so. As for MCAT, they range from rather low (24 or so) to pretty damn high (36 is the highest I've heard in our class). But like I said, this is mostly hearsay, so take it all with a grain of salt.

As for myself, I got in with no problems (stats: 3.3, 29).

I would re-iterate the above advice: call the school office. They've always been very helpful ... even when I paid my tuition over 3 months late. ;)

One final bit of advice: apply early. As with any admissions process, the competition gets tougher as the clock ticks, so better to get your foot in the door earlier rather than later.

Good luck!

[Tipton]

Does this information apply to:

1) Jagiellonian University - Medical College (http://www.cm-uj.krakow.pl/index_en.php) ?

or

2) Jagiellonian University Medical College, Faculty of Medicine (http://www.medschool.cm-uj.krakow.pl/)
School of Medicine in English (http://www.medschool.cm-uj.krakow.pl/) ?

Thanks!

[KluverB]

The latter... ie. the School of Medicine in English

[Narcan]

I'm a first-year (4 year program) at Jagiellonian, so perhaps I can help with class demographics/stats, etc. First off, our class has 35 students, which Newt mentioned was the cap. Most of my classmates' GPA's (assuming they're not lying) range from about 3.0 to 3.5 or so. As for MCAT, they range from rather low (24 or so) to pretty darn high (36 is the highest I've heard in our class). But like I said, this is mostly hearsay, so take it all with a grain of salt.

As for myself, I got in with no problems (stats: 3.3, 29).

I would re-iterate the above advice: call the school office. They've always been very helpful ... even when I paid my tuition over 3 months late. ;)

One final bit of advice: apply early. As with any admissions process, the competition gets tougher as the clock ticks, so better to get your foot in the door earlier rather than later.

Good luck!


It's about the same GPA range at Poznan, from what people say. Didn't need an MCAT when I applied. We are still in the process for California. The application was turned in early this year. Something to keep in mind if California interests you. (I was about a 3.0 with no MCAT, but worked as a Paramedic for a while.)

[Tipton]

Thanks for the clarification. So the post (http://www.valuemd.com/polish-medical-schools/140590-great-news-jagiellonian.html) claiming that both the Polish Language and English Language program have gained California Approval is a little premature?

[Narcan]

Jagiellonian's English program is approved. It just appeared on the California list. Poznan is waiting to hear something back from California.

[Tipton]

Jagiellonian's English program is approved. It just appeared on the California list. Poznan is waiting to hear something back from California.

Yes it does! (http://www.medbd.ca.gov/applicant/schools_recognized.html#p) I didn't see that when the post first came out. And CA seems to have done some redesign of its website.

Again congrats on CA approval!

[brewerinms]

I know that Jag requires the MCAT, and asks that the score be submitted with the other application materials. Do they require an official score from AAMC or can I include the examinee report (or a copy) with the application?

[riverman]

you apply you get in.
kapisch?

[KluverB]

kapisch?????

[brewerinms]

you apply you get in.
kapisch?

Your succinct answer is appreciated. I have spoken with several American alumni - all of whom say that their four years in Krakow were the best four years of their life. Incidentally, these people are not listed on Jag's alumni list. I found them using Google, so I do not think they are "put up" to speaking positively about the school.

Riverman, are you a current student? If so, do you feel comfortable giving your impressions?

[aleks]

I know that Jag requires the MCAT, and asks that the score be submitted with the other application materials. Do they require an official score from AAMC or can I include the examinee report (or a copy) with the application?

I gave them a copy of the MCAT score and they were fine with it. They've recently redone some of their admissions criteria and are more strict now then they were before, like with deadlines and getting official transcripts, so maybe they may need the official report.
The only pain in the butt is the AIDS test.
Oh, and the school office is a pain too. Sometimes they have no idea what's going on, which is frustrating. The ladies themselves are ok though.
BTW, I'm an m2 at UJ. I've dealt with this stuff up close and personal.

[ay04]

This may sound dumb but do you have to know polish well to be able to succeed at this school?

[brainteazer07]

so i just got my MCAT score. i got 21L on it....and i have 3.6 science...and 3.5 overall...lol do i have any chances at all at JAG?

[Eye of Newt]

A. Not so simple as "You apply, you get in."

B. You don't need to know Polish to do well at JU, all of the classes are in English. Many students have come and gone without knowing a lick of Polish, they ultimately did well and will continue to do well. However, knowing Polish in Poland is very advantageous (clearly) and will only help when you talk to patients or want to order a pizza on a Thursday night.

[brainteazer07]

do u guys know if they accept students in January or not?

Thanks

[Eye of Newt]

In short, this school does not accept students for either January or September start dates. It only accepts students to start in September with a maximum of 35 students per class in their post-grad 4 yr MD program.

[chexpool]

i was accepted to UJ; but actually didn go; which i now regret. haha... well whatever,

However i can tell you far as mcats go; they told me 24+ is about average and 27+ is competetive.

[StudentMed]

i was accepted to UJ; but actually didn go; which i now regret. haha... well whatever,

However i can tell you far as mcats go; they told me 24+ is about average and 27+ is competetive.
What about the GPAs?? do you know anything with respect to that?

[chexpool]

i had a 3.4 but i believe they considered anything above 3.0 but dont quote me on that this was like 3 years ago now.

[Narcan]

I think it's your whole application not just GPA or MCAT's. My GPA was horrible. But was a Paramedic.

[devildoc8404]

Anyone have an idea how long it takes before you hear something after you send in your application to the Jag 4-year program? Thanks in advance...

[Rotten]

Devildoc,

I'd be surprised if you didn't hear in the next few weeks because, as I recall, you submitted your application quite early.

Good luck!

[Pepz202]

Hey Narcan, I am in a similar situation, I have a crapy gpa but I am a paramedic in California (been so for about 2 years). Do you mind me asking what were your stats??? Just want to know if I got a shot. You can message me personally if you would like.

[Hau]

Dear friends,

Here is the case, my girlfriend is going to Poland due to her scholarship. N jagiellonian is one of her choices. I would like to ask a few questions. Please reply as soon as possible as her entrance exam is coming up.

1) What is the format of the entrance exam? What is included in it and everything about the entrance exam. This is important. Really. Thanks
2) How long will it take to go to Newcastle of UK? either train or plane. Anyone who knows please tell me. Thanks again
3) When are the holidays for the 6-year medical programe? Thanks

Please reply as soon as possible. All help are very very much appreciated. If you have the samples of the entrance exam and is willing to send it to me, my email will be babalu89812 and i am using hotmail. Really, i will very much appreciate every help. Thanks,

[brittany2241]

The school website has a practice exam that your girlfriend can download, and when she sends her application the school sends her the study material. It seems like a pretty straight forward bio/chem exam.

[Moldovanits]

What do you think? my chances no mcat yet hoping to score around 25

Pre req gpa 3.0

Gen chem 1 B
Gen chem 2 C
O chem 1 C
O chem 2 A
Physics 1 C
Physics 2 A
Bio1 A
Bio2 B


Upper science gpa 3.1
Biochem 1 B
Molecular bio B
cell phys B
Immunology C or B dont know yet
microbiology B
anatomy B
physiology B

volunteered at a hospital 40 hours
Shadowed an MD for 60 hours
work study braille institute 500 hours

[mylssexm]

Hi, Does anyone have a rough idea on how many applications UJ receives each year for the 4 year MD program?

Cheers!

[med etudiant]

Can anyone speculate as to what current entry stats are for Jagiellonian? Would my C's in Chem hurt me?

[med etudiant]

bump........

[devildoc8404]

Apply and see, when I applied there they weren't even charging an application fee. If the rest of your application is strong you might be in good shape.

BTW, I met the Director of Public Health for the entire EU last week. He's from Poland (the first EU Director from an eastern European country) and he is a Jag grad. Pretty impressive. Worth a look, I think.