The University of Łódź doesn't have one single, closed campus. Instead, our faculty buildings are spread across the city, though the main academic hub is located around Banacha and Matejki streets.

• The Best Transit App: Download Jakdojade right now. It is an absolute lifesaver. It works in English, finds the best tram and bus routes for you, and you can even buy your digital tickets directly in the app.
• Student Discounts: As a UŁ student, you are entitled to a 50% discount on public transport! Once you get your official Student ID card, you can buy a monthly pass called a Migawka.
• Getting to Łódź: If you arrive by train from Warsaw or the airport, try to get off at Łódź Fabryczna station. It is located right in the city center and offers excellent connections to the university area.

When talking about student life at UŁ, one word will come up constantly: Lumumbowo.

• What is Lumumbowo? It is the affectionate nickname for the UŁ student campus (Osiedle Akademickie) located around Lumumby Street. It’s a massive complex of dormitories (called DS or Dom Studencki), student canteens, and local shops. It is the beating heart of UŁ student life!
• Dorms vs. Private Renting: Living in a UŁ dorm is budget-friendly and great for socializing. If you prefer to rent a private room or flat, look for local Facebook groups like "Flats for rent Łódź". The most convenient neighborhoods for UŁ students are Śródmieście (City Center) and Radiostacja.

Poland is incredibly modern when it comes to banking, but remember that we do not use the Euro!

• Our Currency: We use the Polish Złoty (PLN).
• Cashless City: You can pay by card, phone, or smartwatch literally everywhere – from large supermarkets to tiny bakeries. You rarely need actual cash. Services like Revolut work perfectly here.
• Everyday Prices: * Monthly student transit pass: ~ 55 PLN
  • Lunch at a university canteen: ~ 20-30 PLN
  • Coffee on campus: ~ 12-18 PLN

Balancing your studies with your social life is key to the perfect Erasmus or international student experience.

• BUŁ (University of Łódź Library), called also BUŁ-a: Located at Matejki 32/38, this is your ultimate study sanctuary. It offers quiet reading rooms, group work zones, and millions of resources. Plus, it's a great place to meet other students.
• Manufaktura: You absolutely cannot miss this place! Built inside a massive, beautifully revitalized 19th-century red-brick textile factory, it’s now a huge shopping and entertainment hub. It has everything you need: cinemas, restaurants, museums, an artificial beach in the summer, and a spectacular ice rink in the winter.
• Piotrkowska Street: The longest commercial street in Poland! It is packed with pubs, clubs, and restaurants. It’s where the city comes alive at night.
• OFF Piotrkowska: Located at Piotrkowska 138/140, this former cotton mill is now the most hipster spot in town, filled with indie boutiques, great food, and craft beer.

• The International Relations Office (IRO) is your best friend: The main office handles general university matters. They will help you with your initial documents, legalization of stay, and general advice. Incoming mobility students, if necessary, can visit the office in person!

Address: 3 Uniwersytecka Str., 90-137 Lodz, Poland (Room no. 7)
Email: iso@uni.lodz.pl
Phone: +48 42 635 4790

• Your Faculty ISO: Did you know that we have also our own Faculty International Students Office and dedicated coordinators? While the main IRO helps with general paperwork, your Faculty ISO is the place to go for faculty-specific questions, such as class schedules, exams, talking to professors, or local faculty events. Don't hesitate to visit them!
   
• Emergency Number: If you ever need immediate help from the police, ambulance, or fire department in Poland, dial 112.