Liceum ogólnokształcące [liˈt͡sɛum ɔˌɡulnɔkʂtau̯ˈt͡sɔnt͡sɛ] is an academic high school in the Polish educational system. They are attended by those who plan to further their academic education (i.e. attend university).
On completing the liceum, students take a final exam called a "matura" (or "maturity exam"). About 100 days before the exam the traditional "studniówka" (prom dance) is organized.[1]
Liceums are attended by students aged from 16 to 19 or 21. There are several types: