Get to know us 

The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow offers a unique educational experience. Embark on a journey of a lifetime at UPJP2, which belongs to the elite group of only several pontifical universities in the world. All programs are designed to shape your whole person, not just academically. UPJP2 realizes its educational and scientific activities within six faculties offering a variety of BA, MA, PhD programs. At our university, we follow in the footsteps of our great patron – St. John Paul II. If you are looking for a university that will enrich you in the intellectual, cultural, professional, social, and spiritual dimensions, come and study in the heart of Krakow, one of the most amazing cities in Europe.
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Why choose UPJPII?

—  Exceptional educational and formative mission (academic chaplaincy, choir)

—  Modern facilities (Academic Media Center, JP2 TV, Radio Bonus) hidden inside historic buildings in the heart of Krakow

—  Social dimension of the university (various charitable organizations, student associations)

—  Unusual offer (Church Music, Licentiate of Sacred Theology)

—  We specialize in the Humanities, Theology and Social Sciences

Download the UPJP2 guide to learn more about the university and our study offer.

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Our patron st. John Paul II

St. John Paul II – born Karol Józef Wojtyła, a saint of the Catholic Church. The first non‑Italian Pope since 1523. He served in Vatican for 26 years (1978 to 2005), which makes it the longest pontificate in the 20th century and the third‑longest in the history of the Church. Very frequently called Saint John Paul the Great, he was one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century as he played a significant role in shaping the history of Europe in the 80s and 90s. Pope John Paul II was known for his great affinity towards the devotion of Divine Mercy, which Jesus revealed to St. Faustina Kowalska. John Paul II, as a supporter of ecumenism and interreligious dialogue, contributed considerably to the improvement of relations of the Catholic Church’s with Islam, Judaism, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and the Anglican Communion. During his pontificate, John Paul II beatified and canonised a great number of people as part of his special emphasis on the universal call to holiness. John Paul II is also the person behind the idea of organizing World Youth Days and, together with Saint Teresa of Calcutta, a patron of the event.

To learn more about the patron of our university, watch the film below - "John Paul II: Global Ambassador of Humanism". The film presents JP2 from a different perspective - a prominent thinker and philosopher as well as a great father figure for the youth.

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