School of Law and Public Administration under auspices of the Maria Curie Skłodowska University of Lublin is the oldest non-state higher school in Podkarpacie. It was established in 1995 by a decision of the Ministry of National Education and entered into the registry of higher schools at No. 75. At present 9 600 students of full-time and extramural studies are studying at SLPA. As the only higher school in Podkarpacie it teaches future masters of laws in public administration. School of Law and Public Administration in Przemyśl is a chartered school, strictly co-operating with the State authorities, local governments and many social circles. It is considered to be a school that teaches diligently and well. The fields of studies at the School have been accredited by the State Accreditation Board. Such evaluation is the most trustworthy evidence of the reliable quality of education and scientific work of the School Faculties.