🇹🇷Türkiye
Public tuition from $300 a year and the Türkiye Bursları scholarship that covers everything, from flights to housing.
More than 200 universities, public tuition from $300 per year and one of the most generous state scholarships in the world: Türkiye already hosts more than 340,000 international students, just a short hop from Tunisia.
Why Türkiye?
- Unbeatable tuitionFrom $300 to $1,500 per year at public universities, including ranked institutions like Boğaziçi and METU; $3,000 to $9,000 per year at English-taught private universities.
- The Türkiye Bursları scholarship5,000 full scholarships a year: tuition, housing, a monthly allowance, insurance, flights and a free year of Turkish.
- A gentle cost of living$300 to $600 per month is enough: Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir remain 50 to 70% cheaper than Western European capitals.
- Between two continentsAn hour and a half by air from Tunis, a culture straddling Europe and Asia, and some of the liveliest campuses in the region.
Admission requirements
- Baccalaureate with translated, apostilled transcripts (70% average minimum, 90% for medicine and pharmacy)
- YÖS / TR-YÖS exam for public universities; admission based on your file at most private universities
- Proof of language: IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs, a Turkish certificate (or preparatory year) for Turkish-taught programs
- Motivation letter for research universities
- Proof of funds for the visa
The student visa is applied for at the Turkish embassy before departure, then the student residence permit (ikamet) within 30 days of arrival. Türkiye Bursları scholars are supported by the YTB agency: we prepare both files with you.
Your monthly budget at a glance
| Expense (outside central Istanbul) | Range |
|---|---|
| University residence (KYK or private) | $80 – 200 |
| Room in a shared flat | $150 – 300 |
| Food | $100 – 180 |
| Transport (student pass) | $15 – 30 |
| Phone, internet & extras | $20 – 40 |
| Going out & leisure | $40 – 100 |
| Estimated total | $300 – 600 /month |
Ankara, Izmir or Bursa cost significantly less than central Istanbul. With the Türkiye Bursları scholarship, housing and allowance are covered: what is left to pay becomes minimal.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Türkiye Bursları scholarship work?
It is a full state scholarship: tuition, housing, a monthly allowance, health insurance, flights and a year of Turkish language study. Applications are submitted online between January and February: we prepare yours with you.
Do I need to speak Turkish?
Not necessarily: many programs are taught in English, especially at private universities. For Turkish-taught programs, a preparatory language year is built in.
Can I work during my studies?
Yes: up to 24 hrs/week from the second year of a bachelor’s (from the first year for master’s and PhD students), with a permit requested by the employer.
What is the YÖS exam?
An aptitude test for international students, required by most public universities. Private universities admit directly on baccalaureate grades: we choose the route that fits your profile.
Can I stay in Türkiye after graduation?
Yes: a one-year residence permit reserved for graduates of Turkish universities lets you look for a job, then your employer applies for the work permit.
Figures and rules verified at the time of publication: fees, scholarships and visa conditions change regularly. Every detail is confirmed with you, up to date, during the consultation.
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