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Study in Turkey

A shorter flight from Africa, with English-taught programmes in Istanbul, Ankara and other university cities.

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Find your study options in Turkey

Turkey offers English-taught programmes in Istanbul, Ankara and other university cities, with shorter flights from much of Africa than to Western Europe. Many English-taught options are at private universities. Intakes are generally September and February.

Teaching language
English · Turkish

Confirm your programme’s language and accepted evidence.

Programme starts
September · February

Starts and deadlines vary by programme.

Study budget
Plan your total costs

Compare tuition, living costs and initial expenses.

After graduation
Explore your next step

Work and residence options have their own conditions.

Our team can help you compare courses, understand entry requirements and build a shortlist around your qualifications and budget.

Explore courses in Turkey

Start with a subject you enjoy. Explore selected programme examples, then compare study levels and teaching languages in the course directory.

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Universities to explore

Explore university campuses and study options. Visit the official admissions pages for current programmes, entry requirements and fees.

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Plan your study budget

Your budget has three parts: tuition, day-to-day living and the costs of getting settled. Use the references below to start planning, then confirm the figures for your course and city.

Tuition & fee references

Özyeğin’s standard 2026/27 international fee for the listed non-clinical undergraduate fields, before any confirmed scholarship.

Campus accommodation example

TRY 137,900–480,000per 9-month academic year

Özyeğin’s published dormitory range varies by room type. This covers accommodation rather than a complete Istanbul budget.

Add meals, transport and personal expenses. Confirm the current room rate, availability and contract before paying.

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Fees vary by programme, year and legal status. A semester fee, annual fee and full-programme fee cover different periods. Confirm what is included, payment dates and refund terms with the institution.

Allow for initial expenses

Include application and visa charges, document preparation, insurance, travel and accommodation deposits. Ask what is included before paying; any agency service charge is separate from university and government fees.

Check funding early

Review scholarships with the university or award provider. Check eligibility, deadlines and what an award covers. Build your plan around confirmed funds.

Entry requirements & how to apply

Requirements depend on your qualification, citizenship and chosen programme. Check the university’s current instructions before preparing your application.

Academic entry requirements

Undergraduate applicants need a secondary-school qualification, while master’s applicants need a first degree. Some universities also require an admissions test or interview.

Language & course requirements

English-taught programmes set language requirements or offer a preparatory year. Include the additional time and fees if a preparatory year is required.

For a master’s degree

Check the recognised first degree, relevant subject background and grades required by the programme. Some courses also ask for professional experience, a portfolio, research proposal or an interview.

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Documents to prepare

  • Passport, qualification certificates and academic transcripts.
  • Accepted evidence of your programme’s teaching language.
  • A personal statement, references, portfolio or research proposal where requested.
  • Qualification assessment, legalisation and certified translations where required.

Qualification recognition

Check accepted school qualifications, examination results and any equivalency documents. English-taught programmes may require a recognised test or the university’s proficiency assessment; preparatory study can add time and cost.

Recognition, legalisation and translation are separate steps. Confirm each receiving authority’s requirements.

Choose your intake before you apply

Autumn is the main undergraduate start. Selected postgraduate courses have other rounds. Confirm the application deadline, English assessment and any preparatory-year arrangements.

  1. Choose your programme

    Compare subjects, qualification, campus, teaching language and total cost. Confirm eligibility with the institution.

  2. Prepare and apply

    Check the application route, gather the required documents and complete any assessment by the course deadline.

  3. Plan your arrival

    After admission, follow the applicable immigration process and arrange funds, insurance and accommodation.

Visa, work & student life

Study entry and student residence

Check the entry visa requirements for your nationality and then the student residence process. An admission offer is separate from permission to enter or remain.

Follow the university and migration authority’s instructions for registration, health insurance and residence documents after arrival.

Türkiye migration authority: residence permits (opens in a new tab)

Use the instructions for your actual citizenship and residence jurisdiction.

Working during and after study

Students need the appropriate work permit before employment. Undergraduate students face additional conditions, including restrictions during the first year.

A qualification does not automatically provide post-study work permission. Check the separate employment and residence routes before making plans.

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Prepare for your arrival

Apply for your residence permit within the deadline after arrival. Consider Istanbul commuting times before choosing accommodation and carry translated copies of your academic certificates.

Your questions about Turkey

How much should I budget?

Add the exact tuition for your course and year to accommodation, food, transport, insurance and personal expenses. Include application charges, document preparation, travel and deposits. The figures above show what each reference covers; a housing example or visa funds requirement is only part of the total.

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When should I apply?

Autumn is the main undergraduate start. Selected postgraduate courses have other rounds. Confirm the application deadline, English assessment and any preparatory-year arrangements.

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Are these the only courses and universities available?

These are selected examples to help you explore. Universities offer many more programmes. Tell us your subject, study level and preferred destination so we can help you compare a broader shortlist.

Can I fund my studies through part-time work?

Plan tuition and essential living expenses using confirmed funds. Student employment can be restricted and a job is not guaranteed. Review the work guidance above and the conditions of your own immigration status before accepting employment.

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Will my qualification be recognised?

Check accepted school qualifications, examination results and any equivalency documents. English-taught programmes may require a recognised test or the university’s proficiency assessment; preparatory study can add time and cost.

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