Answers to the most frequently asked questions about studying in Turkey

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1) What is the average tuition fee for international students studying at Turkish universities?

Tuition can drop to $ 4000 a year, but averages $ 8000.

The cost of tuition for undergraduate programs is $ 4000-8000 per year

The total cost of tuition for masters ranges from $ 4000 to $ 8000

Ph.D. for programs, the total cost of reading is from 9500 to 12500

The average grade point average required of secondary schools is 60%.

2) What is the average cost of living in Turkey?

The average international student spends an average of $ 400-500 per month on accommodation, meals, clothing, entertainment, transportation and telephone expenses. Books and administrative fees range from $ 100-150 per semester.

3) How many universities are there in Turkey?

There are a total of 180 universities and academies in Turkey: 104 are public universities (five are technical universities, two are technology institutes, one is the University of Fine Arts) and 71 are private (foundation). ) universities

4) Do I have to speak Turkish?

If you are enrolled in an academic program in which the teaching tool is Turkish, you must be fluent in Turkish. Please check the language of the reading courses. If the teaching tool is in English, you do not have to learn Turkish.

5) What is the language of instruction in Turkish universities?

The language of instruction in Turkish universities is Turkish or English.

6) Do I have to provide a document to learn the language?

The language of instruction in many universities in Turkey is English. Erasmus exchange students and exchange students whose native language is English are not required to submit any documents, but non-native English students are required to provide documents proving their knowledge of English. require a minimum level of entrance exams (IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, etc.), while other universities administer their own English language tests.

7) Are Turkish languages ​​taught in Turkish universities?

It is not mandatory to study Turkish in universities where the language of instruction is English. At the same time, international students highly recommend joining this class to enhance their Turkish life experiences.

8) What are the admission criteria for Turkish universities?

Admission criteria are determined at the discretion of each host organization. Selection criteria are based on other parameters such as academic records, language skills and motivation and gender balance.

9) What is the application deadline?

Typically, fall-term applications begin in February and end in August. Applications for the spring period begin in October and end in January.

10) Do I need a visa?

As soon as you receive your admission letter, you will need to apply for a student visa at the nearest Turkish consulate / embassy in the country where you are located. The process can take about 15 to 45 days. You must apply for a residence permit within 30 days of your arrival. This will allow you to travel to and from Turkey without having to reapply for a visa.

11) Is it possible to get a tourist visa instead of a residence permit?

Yes, it is possible. Tourist visas can be obtained at the entrance to the county. Its duration is three months. However, this is a bit shorter than the full semester, so you will have to leave the country and re-enter to get a new one.