Fall 2026 – 6-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program
Applications Now Open
Applications for the Fall 2026 intake are now open.
The admissions interviews and entrance examinations will begin in April 2026.
Students interested in applying can begin their application through our online admissions portal:
Apply Online:
https://umlub.us/mdapplication/
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the 6-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program, applicants must have completed the following during high school and/or college:
- Biology (required)
- Two additional subjects chosen from the following:
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- High School Diploma
Important Information
Applicants who are Polish citizens or who hold dual citizenship that includes Polish citizenship must apply through the Polish admission process and cannot apply directly to the English Division.
If this situation applies to you, please contact our admissions office for guidance.
Required Documents for Initial Application
Applicants must upload clear scanned copies of the following documents when submitting their application:
- Passport-size photograph
- Valid passport (must be valid for at least one year)
- High school diploma
- Official transcript of grades
- English language certificate (if required, see below for further instructions)
- Any additional documents requested during the admissions process
Important:
If your documents are issued in a language other than English or Polish, official translations into English must be provided
How to Submit Your Application
To apply, please follow the steps below:
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Upload all required documents through the admissions portal:
https://umlub.us/mdapplication/ -
Carefully complete all sections of the application form.
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Submit your application.
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Pay the application fee.
Admission Evaluation Process
Applications are evaluated based on two main components:
- High school academic performance
- Online admission examination and interview
High School Academic Performance
The admissions committee will review your grades in:
- Biology (required)
- Two additional subjects of your choice:
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
Online Admission Examination
The online admission process consists of following three components:
1) Subject-Specific Examination
The subject-specific examination evaluates the candidate’s knowledge in Biology and two additional subjects selected by the applicant from the following:
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
This examination is designed to assess the candidate’s readiness for the medical program and their understanding of fundamental scientific concepts.
2) Qualification Test
The qualification exam is a seperate examination which consists of:
- 20 questions
- Completed in 20 minutes
- Questions focus on basic terminology in Life Sciences and Mathematical Sciences
3) Interview
During the interview, applicants may be asked questions related to:
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Their motivation for studying medicine
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Empathy and communication skills
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Teamwork and future goals in the medical field
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Basic terminology in Life Sciences and Mathematical Sciences
Admission Scoring System
The maximum possible score is 500 points, distributed as follows:
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Subject-Specific Exam – Biology (mandatory) — up to 100 points
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Subject-Specific Exam – Two additional subjects — up to 200 points
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Qualification Test — up to 100 points
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Interview — up to 100 points
After You Are Accepted
Applicants who are accepted by the Admissions Committee must submit the following documents within the specified timeframe:
- Passport – Government issued passport valid for minimum of one year
- NAWA Certification
Starting July 1, 2025, applicants whose secondary school diploma was issued outside the EU, EFTA, or OECD, and whose country does not have a bilateral agreement with Poland, must obtain:
An Official Statement from the Director of NAWA (Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange) confirming that the diploma allows the holder to pursue higher education.
Please email the admissions team if you require assistance with obtaining NAWA certification.
Please contact our office for additional guidance.
- Legalized Copy or Original High School Diploma
Applicants must submit:
- Original legalized high school diploma, or Legalized copy of the high school diploma
Legalization confirms the authenticity of a document issued abroad so that it can be recognized by Polish institutions.
The legalization process depends on the country where the document was issued.
For countries not part of the Hague Convention, consular legalization is required. This means the document must:
- Be legalized by the Ministry of Education or Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country where it was issued, and
- Be legalized by the Polish diplomatic or consular office in that country.
Legalized High School Transcript
Applicants must also submit:
- Original legalized high school transcript, or
- Legalized copy of the transcript
The same legalization procedures described above apply to transcripts.
English Language Certificate Requirement
Applicants must provide a valid English language certificate at a minimum level of B2, as required by Polish law.
Accepted certificates include:
- TOEFL
- IELTS
This requirement may be waived if the applicant holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a university where English was the language of instruction.
If the diploma does not clearly state this, applicants must also provide additional documentation confirming that their studies were conducted in English.
Additional Required Documents
Applicants must also submit the following documents:
- Health certificate
- Hepatitis B vaccination certificate
- Health insurance policy
Detailed instructions on where and how to submit the final documents will be provided to each accepted applicant.
All documents must be submitted as:
- Original documents, or
- Notarized copies, or
- Official documents sealed and signed by the issuing institution.
If documents are not in English, certified English translations must be attached.