We are now Civitas University – where new opportunities begin!
As of April 8, 2025, following approval from the Minister of Science and Higher Education and a formal decision by its founder, Collegium Civitas officially becomes Civitas University. This important milestone marks another step in the institution’s growth, further strengthening its position and creating new opportunities for students, faculty, and the entire academic community.
The change in status is a natural continuation of the university’s development, which began in 1997 with its founding by scholars from the Polish Academy of Sciences. Key turning points in this journey include joining the Merito Group in September 2024 and becoming a member of the WSB–DSW Merito Scientific Federation in January 2025.
From Collegium Civitas to Civitas University – built on strong foundations
Founded in 1997 under the visionary leadership of distinguished scholars from the Polish Academy of Sciences (PAN), Collegium Civitas quickly gained recognition as a center of academic excellence. Professors from five renowned PAN institutes—including Political Studies, Philosophy and Sociology, History, History of Art, and Slavic Studies—joined forces to create an institution rooted in academic rigor, openness, and international collaboration. Over the years, Collegium Civitas has become the only university in Poland with such close institutional ties to the Academy, thereby strengthening its reputation and deepening its academic reach. Guided by its founding values, the university has empowered generations of students to pursue Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and thrive in a globalized world. The transition to Civitas University is a natural continuation of this journey.
Blending academic tradition with a student-centered approach
At Collegium Civitas, tradition has always gone hand in hand with innovation. As pioneers of non-public higher education in Poland, we embraced progressive teaching methods from the start—promoting interdisciplinary learning, strong lecturer-student relationships, international exchange opportunities, internships, and individualized research paths. Thanks to the shared efforts of our founders, faculty, and students, Collegium Civitas has evolved into a modern, forward-looking institution—embodying the spirit of a 21st-century university committed to academic excellence and innovation.
Building bridges across borders – celebrating diversity and global engagement
Our dedication to internationalization has been at the heart of our mission from the very beginning. Since welcoming our first international students in 1997, we have attracted a diverse community of learners from around the world. Over nearly three decades, Collegium Civitas has also had the privilege of hosting distinguished scholars—both from Poland and abroad—who have contributed to our vibrant academic environment with their global perspectives and expertise.
As we move forward as Civitas University, we remain committed to shaping the minds of the future and contributing to knowledge and innovation on a global scale.
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