Study in Türkiye
Study in Türkiye with one plan, from admission to residence
Planning to study in Turkey? Compare Turkish universities, tuition and living costs here. Then our advisers guide your application and student residence permit step by step.
- Bachelor's, master's and PhD
- Programs taught in English or Turkish
- Legal support in Türkiye
208 universities and institutes in Türkiye
337,119
international students enrolled (2024-25)
Bologna Process and ECTSEvery graduate receives a Diploma Supplement
University finder
Find your university in Türkiye
Search 223 universities in Türkiye and Northern Cyprus by field, city, type and teaching language, then compare them side by side.
Your study guide
Studying in Turkey: what to know before you apply
Eight topics answer the questions students and parents ask us most, from admission requirements and fees to work after graduation.
Admission requirements
How to apply: diplomas, exams such as YÖS and SAT, language scores and deadlines.
Read the guideUniversities in Türkiye
The full list of state and foundation universities, by city, field, language and ranking.
Open the university finderPrivate and international universities
Foundation (private) universities, their English-taught programs and what they charge.
See the answerPrograms and degrees
Associate, bachelor's, master's and PhD programs, field by field.
Tuition fees in Türkiye
What state and foundation universities charge international students, program by program.
See the answerStudent cost of living
Rent, food, transport and health insurance, city by city.
Read the guideStudent residence permit
Who needs one, when to apply and which documents to prepare.
Read the guideWork while studying
When students may work, how the work permit is issued and options after graduation.
Read the guide
Study in Turkey, question by question
Fees, scholarships, visa: the questions that decide your plan
Seven pages answer what families ask before they commit: tuition fees, private universities, Istanbul, degree recognition, the student visa, scholarships and study under 18. Each is sourced and dated.
Tuition fees in Türkiye
What Turkish universities charge international students in 2026-2027, by type and program, plus the other costs and a yearly budget.
See the answerPrivate universities in Turkey
All 74 private (foundation) universities in Turkey: legal status, fees, admission without a central exam, and the quality signals to check.
See the answerUniversities in Istanbul
All 59 universities in Istanbul with type, fees, rankings and English programs, plus campus sides, commuting and student living costs.
See the answerDegree recognition
Whether a Turkish degree counts at home: Bologna and Lisbon, TEPDAD for medicine, Iran's ministry lists and a checklist before you apply.
See the answerTurkey student visa
Do you need a student visa for Türkiye? The answer by nationality, the consulate process, documents, fees and the residence permit step after arrival.
See the answerStudy in Türkiye under 18
How a child under 18 can study and live in Türkiye in 2026: school or university, the residence permit, consent and scholarships.
See the answerScholarships in Türkiye 2027
Türkiye Bursları 2027: what the government scholarship covers, the deadline, who can apply, how selection works and your real chances.
See the answer
Degrees and programs
Choose the degree that fits your next step
Turkish universities offer four degree levels. Most programs are taught in Turkish, and a growing number are taught fully in English.
Associate degree
Vocational programs for a fast start in fields such as health services, design and technology.
Usual length2 years
Bachelor's degree
Undergraduate programs in every field. Medicine takes 6 years and dentistry 5.
Usual length4 years
Master's degree
With or without a thesis, in English or Turkish, for graduates who want to specialise.
Usual length2 years
PhD
Doctoral research with a supervisor, for a career in academia or advanced industry.
Usual length4 years or more
Fields students ask about most
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Engineering
- Computer science
- Architecture
- Business
- Psychology
- Law
- International relations
About Turkademy
One team for admission, residence and legal questions
Turkademy helps international students and their families plan their studies in Türkiye. We explain the options plainly, prepare and submit your applications, and stay with you until your residence permit is in your hand.
Guidance in your language
Our guides and support are in English, Persian, Turkish, Arabic and Russian.
A lawyer when you need one
When a contract or a permit problem needs a lawyer, we refer you to a licensed lawyer in Türkiye.
Not sure where to start?
Get a free first consultation with a study adviser
Tell us your degree, field and budget. You leave the call with a realistic shortlist and clear next steps.
Book a free callWhy Türkiye
Why students choose to study and live in Türkiye
More than 330,000 international students study at Turkish universities. These are the reasons they give most.
Degrees that travel
Türkiye follows the Bologna Process and uses ECTS credits, and every graduate receives a Diploma Supplement.
English or Turkish
Choose a program taught fully in English, or learn Turkish first in a one-year preparatory course.
Scholarships and fair costs
Türkiye Scholarships cover tuition, housing, a monthly stipend, flights and health insurance for selected students.
Live and work legally
A student residence permit covers your studies. Bachelor's students may apply to work part-time after their first year.
Türkiye's higher education in numbers
- universities and institutes (2025-26)
- 208
- students in higher education (2025-26)
- 6.3 million
- international students enrolled (2024-25)
- 337,119
- countries they come from
- 200+
Sources: YÖK statistics bulletin 2025-26, YÖK higher education statistics 2024-25, YÖK, December 2025.
How it works
From your first question to your residence card
Free consultation
We learn your goals, grades, languages and budget.
Your shortlist
You get universities and programs that accept your profile.
Documents and application
We prepare translations, diploma equivalence and every application.
Acceptance and enrolment
We compare offers with you and complete your enrolment.
Student residence permit
We check your e-İkamet form and file before you submit and follow the decision with you.
Our services
Help at every step, from choice to residence
Pick one service or let us handle the whole journey. Every plan starts with a free consultation.
Study migration consulting
A personal plan for where to study, what to study and what it will cost.
- University and program shortlist
- Budget for tuition and living
- Scholarship options
Legal services for students
For contracts, permit problems and other legal questions, we refer you to a licensed lawyer in Türkiye.
- Document and contract review
- Residence permit problems
- Referral to a licensed lawyer
Admission and residence support
We run the paperwork so you can focus on getting ready to move.
- Applications and enrolment
- Diploma equivalence and translations
- Student residence permit file
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Applying for a bachelor's degree?
See which universities accept your diploma and which exams they ask for.
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Master's or PhD in Türkiye?
Find programs that match your degree, and the documents supervisors expect.
Plan my graduate study
Questions and answers
Studying in Turkey: what students ask before applying
Short answers to the most common questions. Your adviser will go through the details for your case.
Do I need to speak Turkish to study in Turkey?
No. Many universities teach whole programs in English. Turkish-taught programs ask for a Turkish language certificate, and most universities offer a one-year Turkish preparatory course.
Which exams do I need for a bachelor's degree in Turkey?
Most universities accept TR-YÖS, the exam for international applicants that ÖSYM holds twice a year. Many also accept SAT, IB, Abitur, GCE A-levels or Tawjihi. TR-YÖS and SAT results stay valid for two years, while school-leaving exams such as IB, Abitur and A-levels have no time limit. Each university sets its own minimum score.
What is the Turkish student residence permit?
It is the öğrenci ikamet izni, issued by the Turkish migration authority. You apply online after you enrol, while your visa or visa exemption is still valid. See the official guide (in Turkish).
Can international students work while studying in Turkey?
Yes, with a work permit. Associate and bachelor's students may apply only after their first year, and only for part-time work. Master's and PhD students do not have this limit.
How much does it cost to study and live in Turkey?
It depends on the university and the city. State universities charge international students within limits set each year, and foundation universities set their own fees. For living costs, METU estimates 12,000 to 18,000 Turkish lira a month for a student in an Ankara dormitory (June 2026).
Is a Turkish university degree recognised in my country?
Türkiye uses ECTS credits and gives every graduate a Diploma Supplement. Recognition at home is decided by your own country's education ministry, so we check its rules before you choose a university.
Can Turkademy help with the whole process?
Yes. We work with you from the first shortlist to your residence permit application, or help with a single step such as one application. For legal questions we refer you to a licensed lawyer in Türkiye.
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