Stefania Wolicka received her PhD in philosophy at the University of Zurich.
On March 13, 1875, Stefania Wolicka was formally awarded a Doctorate of Philosophy by the University of Zurich, distinguishing herself as the first woman in modern Europe and the first Pole to attain a PhD in philosophy. This achievement had a transformative impact, challenging gender barriers and setting a precedent for women in higher education.
Her success was a key milestone in the progression of women's integration into academic spaces historically dominated by men, encouraging wider acceptance and opening doors for future generations of female scholars.