Where is Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental country located mainly on the Anatolian Peninsula in Western Asia, with a smaller portion on the Balkan Peninsula in Southeastern Europe. It shares borders with Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest, Georgia to the northeast, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east, and Iraq and Syria to the south. The country is surrounded by three seas:
- Aegean Sea (west)
- Black Sea (north)
- Mediterranean Sea (south)
Capital: Ankara
Largest City: Istanbul
Official Language: Turkish
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Why Choose Turkey for Studying Abroad?
- Home to top universities with internationally recognized programs
- Affordable tuition fees and cost of living compared to other study destinations
- Culturally rich, historically significant, and safe environment for international students
- Scholarships available for international students (including Türkiye Scholarships)
- Gateway between Europe and Asia, providing a unique experience
- High-Quality Education
- Turkey is home to more than 200 universities, many of which offer programs in English and are internationally recognized. Turkish universities participate in the Bologna Process, ensuring compatibility with European higher education standards.
- Affordable Tuition and Living Costs
- Compared to many countries in Europe and North America, Turkey offers a cost-effective education with lower tuition fees and affordable living expenses — without compromising on quality.
- Wide Range of Programs in English
- Many universities offer undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs in English, especially in fields like engineering, medicine, business, humanities, and social sciences.
- Cultural and Historical Richness
- Located between Europe and Asia, Turkey has a unique blend of cultures, traditions, and religions. Students get the opportunity to explore ancient history, vibrant cities like Istanbul, and natural wonders like Cappadocia and Pamukkale.
- Warm Hospitality
- Turkish people are known for their hospitality and friendliness. International students often feel welcomed and quickly adapt to the social environment.
- Safe and Modern Living Environment
- Turkey is a safe country with modern infrastructure, quality healthcare, and a student-friendly lifestyle. Cities like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir offer everything students need to feel at home.
- Scholarship Opportunities
- The Türkiye Scholarships program provides full scholarships to thousands of international students every year, covering tuition, accommodation, health insurance, and a monthly stipend.
- Strategic Location
- Turkey’s location makes it easy to travel to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. It’s an ideal hub for students who want to explore different parts of the world while studying.
Requirements
Documents for Admission
- SSC
- HSSC Minimum(50%)
- Bachelors (50%)
- Recommendations Letters
- Europass CV
- Motivation Letters
- IELTS or PTE if any
- Passport
- Photograph
Application Fee
- 30 to 50 USD
Tuition Fee
You can pay only initial deposit. Rest of the amount you can pay after reaching Turkey.
1 Public Sector
- For Bachelors 500 to 2500 USD
- For Masters 500 to 3000 USD
- PHD (scholarship)
2 Private Sector
- For Bachelors 3000 to 12000 USD
- For Masters 3000 to 12000 USD
- PHD 3000 to 10000 USD
Documents for Visa
- Visa Application Form
- Educational Documents (IBCC, HEC, MOFA Attested)
- Passport
- Health Insurance
- Police Character Certificate (Apostille)
- Bank Statement 6500 USD
- Proof of funds
- Business proof or salary slip if any
- Statement of purpose
- Dummy Flight Reservation
- Visa Fee paid Receipt
- Tuition fee paid Slip
- University Acceptance Letter
IELTS Requirements
With and Without IELTS (Depends on University)
Many universities and colleges are accepting students without IELTS on the Basis of MOI
Embassy in Pakistan
Yes
Appointment issue
No
Intake
February, September
Spouse Allowed
No
Processing Time
2 to 3 Month
Part Time Work Allow
Legally not Allowed
Visa Ratio
85+% But well managed documents can secure visa
Public (State) Universities in Turkey
- Adana Science and Technology University
- Adnan Menderes University
- Adıyaman University
- Ahi Evran University
- Aksaray University
- Akdeniz University
- Anadolu University
- Ankara University
- Atatürk University
- Balıkesir University
- Batman University
- Boğaziçi University
- Bozok University
- Bursa Technical University
- Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University
- Cumhuriyet University
- Çukurova University
- Dicle University
- Dokuz Eylül University
- Ege University
- Erzincan University
- Erzurum Technical University
- Eskişehir Osmangazi University
- Firat University
- Galatasaray University
- Gebze Technical University
- Giresun University
- Gümüşhane University
- Hacettepe University
- Harran University
- Hatay Mustafa Kemal University
- Istanbul Technical University
- Istanbul University
- Istanbul University‑Cerrahpaşa
- Izmir High Technology Institute
- Izmir Katip Çelebi University
- Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University
- Karadeniz Technical University
- Karabük University
- Kastamonu University
- Kırıkkale University
- Marmara University
- Mersin University
- Namık Kemal University
- Necmettin Erbakan University
- Ondokuz Mayıs University
- Osmaniye Korkut Ata University
- Sakarya University
- Selçuk University
- Siirt University
- Sinop University
- Süleyman Demirel University
- Trakya University
- Turkish-German University
- Uşak University
- Uludağ University
- Van Yüzüncü Yıl University
- Yalova University
- Yüzüncü Yıl University
Private (Foundation) Universities in Turkey
- Antalya Akev University
- Atılım University
- Bahçeşehir University
- Başkent University
- Bezmialem Vakıf University
- Bilgi University (Istanbul Bilgi University)
- Bilkent University
- Biruni University
- Cag University
- Fenerbahçe University
- Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University
- Galatasaray University (some consider partly private)
- Haliç University
- Ibn Haldun University
- Işık University
- Istanbul Arel University
- Istanbul Aydın University
- Istanbul Gedik University
- Istanbul Gelişim University
- Istanbul Kent University
- Istanbul Medeniyet University
- Istanbul Yeni Yüzyıl University
- Istanbul 29 Mayıs University
- Kadir Has University
- KTO Karatay University
- Koç University
- Maltepe University
- MEF University
- Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University (public but sometimes grouped)
- Nuh Naci Yazgan University
- Okan University
- Özyeğin University
- Piri Reis University
- Sanko University
- Şırnak University (public but sometimes confused)
- TED University
- Toros University
- Turkish Air Force University (Türk Hava Kurumu Üniversitesi)
- Ufuk University
- Uluslararası Antalya University
- Usküdar University
- Yeditepe University