Applications for the 2024-2025 Turkish Government Scholarship program are now open. Türkiye bursları (Turkish Scholarship) is a Fully Funded program that is available for Bachelor’s, Master’s and doctoral degree studies. The Scholarship is open to outstanding international students from all over the world willing to pursue full-time or short-term programs at prestigious Turkish universities.
This scholarship program to study in Türkiye is open to a variety of programs available at Turkish universities. Please click here if you wish to apply for the Turkish Government Research Scholarship program. The Turkish government-funded Scholarship aims to build a network of future leaders committed to strengthening cooperation among countries and mutual understanding among societies.
The Turkish Language Program for Public Officials and Academics (KATİP) is a program aimed at foreign public officials, diplomats, academics, and researchers who desire to learn the Turkish language and become more familiar with Türkiye. The program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the language, culture, and society of Turkey, enabling participants to effectively communicate and interact with their Turkish counterparts in various professional settings.
The number of international students studying in higher education institutions in Türkiye has seriously increased in the last 10 years making Türkiye, one of the most international students welcoming countries in the world. The Turkish Scholarship is open for more than 40 000 programs at 207 universities. If you wish to learn the Turkish language for free online, like in Turkish language institutes, please click here. You may also click on the following link to have information about the Turkish Scholarship Interview, Result Announcement, and Visa Application.
Program Details
- Host Institution: Partner Turkish Universities (available in the application system) in Türkiye.
- Eligible Program: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD Programs in a wide range of fields of study offered at participating Turkish Universities. Please click here to see the full list.
- Number of Awards: Not specified but usually over 4000.
- Duration: Undergraduate (1 year Turkish Language course + 4-6 years), Master’s (1 year Turkish Language course + 2 years), PhD (1 year Turkish Language course + 4 years).
- Target group: Open to citizens of all countries except Turkish citizens and those who have lost their Turkish citizenship.
Turkish Government Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates for this government scholarship will have the following advantages:
- University and program placement;
- Monthly Stipend;
- Tuition Fee;
- Once-off Flight Ticket (At the beginning and after graduation);
- Health Insurance;
- Accommodation;
- Cultural, Academic and Professional Programs;
- One-year Turkish Language Course.
Note : Research Scholarship covers the monthly stipend, only. Turkish Language Program for Public Officials and Academicians (KATIP) includes a monthly stipend, accommodation, transportation expenses, and social and cultural activities. Academically qualified students will be rewarded with monthly stipend 2 times higher than the regular payment as part of the Merit Scholarship Program.
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Turkish Government Scholarship Eligibility
Applicants must meet the Turkish scholarship requirements shown below in order to apply for the program:
- Be a citizen of any country except Turkish citizens and those who have lost their Turkish citizenship
- Minimum Academic Criteria (minimum academic achievement for):
- Bachelor’s degree applicants: 70%;
- Master’s and Doctorate degree applicants: 75%;
- Health Science (Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy) applicants: 90%
- Age Criteria : Candidates must be under the age of :
- 21 to apply for Undergraduate programs;
- 30 for Master’s programs;
- 35 for Doctorate programs;
- 50 for Research Scholarships programs.
- Graduates or applicants who are able to graduate at the end of the current academic year (before August 2024) can apply;
- Individuals who are currently enrolled in programs at Turkish universities at the level of education they will apply for are not eligible. This means a master’s student currently studying in Türkiye cannot apply for the scholarship to study at the master’s degree level but can apply for a PhD program.
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Why Study in Turkey?
Türkiye is a country rich in history and culture, with a unique blend of Eastern and Western influences. Its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia makes it an important hub for business, trade, and diplomacy. Studying in Turkey provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in this rich and diverse culture, learn about its history, and experience the warmth and hospitality of the Turkish people. Not only that, Turkey’s rapidly developing economy offers a great opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in various industries such as technology, automotive, and energy.
In addition, Türkiye is home to many internationally renowned universities that offer a wide range of academic programs and research opportunities in various fields. The country’s higher education system is also well known for providing quality education at an affordable cost compared to many Western countries. Furthermore, studying in Turkey provides an opportunity to learn Turkish, an important language in the region. With its mix of modern cities and ancient sites, delicious food, and friendly people, Türkiye offers an unparalleled experience for international students looking for a unique and enriching study-abroad destination. Moreover, the location of Turkey allows students to travel and explore other neighboring countries in the Middle East and Europe.
Turkish Government Scholarship Application instructions
The Turkish Scholarship application is only available through the online application platform. Therefore, international students who wish to apply for this scholarship must follow the steps below:
- Please click on the apply button below to create your account on the Turkish scholarship online application plateforme;
- Fill out the online form and upload all required documents (scanned copies). Candidates do not need to translate their documents. It will also be beneficial for candidates to include their extracurricular activities and achievements in different fields;
- Chose your potential host universities and programs (in order of preference). Please pay attention to each program’s requirements;
- Write an original letter of intent explaining your preferences, expectations, and future goals;
- After reviewing all the stages and documents, submit the application.
Note : Candidates should be very careful while choosing their programs at different universities. Each program has its GPA and language requirements that applicants need to meet in order to be accepted. Choosing areas of study that are not consistent with your previous studies or choosing different unrelated programs at various universities may eliminate your application during the evaluation phase.
Required Documents
All candidates must upload the following documents to the Turkish online application system.
- A valid National Identification Document OR a valid Passport;
- A recent photo of the candidate;
- National exam scores (if any);
- Diploma or temporary certificate of graduation;
- Transcript;
- International exam results (like GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc.) if requested by the chosen university or program;
- International language test results such as TOEFL, DELF, if requested by the chosen university or program;
- A proposal for a research topic and a written example of the research you have carried out (only for PhD applications).
Note : Many programs in Turkish universities are taught in the Turkish language. However, some departments and universities may offer programs in English and other languages. Candidates who wish to study in such programs must be able to provide language proficiency certificates that meet the program requirements.
The online application system is available in eight languages (Turkish, English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Bosnian, and Persian) to allow applicants to easily submit their applications. Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the instructions and warnings in the application system. Those who have created an account in the past should be able to use it for their application. For queries and inquiries, please contact [email protected].
Note : To ensure academic success and cultural integration, all Türkiye Scholarship awardees not already holding a C1 Level Turkish Proficiency Certificate, regardless of their program language (English, French, etc.), are required to participate in a one-year intensive Turkish language course. They must successfully attain the C1 level by the end of the Turkish language education year.
Applications for the Turkish scholarship program for the 2024-2025 academic year is now open and the last day to apply has been extended to . For more details, please visit the official page. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.
Hi I am so excited for applying to get this opportunity and I will be glad to be accepted
Dear sir I am student of class 8th now currently after examination I reach pre9th I want to study in turkey through this scholarship I want to study from class 9 to end of may study so I need your help to get the scholarship
Hi I am so excited for applying to get this opportunity and I will be glad to be accepted
Cher Monsieur/Dame,je viens par ce présent mail faire une demande de bourse études.en effet avec cette bourse je pourrai réaliser les rêve de mes parents.
Assalamualaikum
I have done my Neco exam with
8credit how can I get my fully funded scholarship in mbbs
I am Wondimu Gimja from Ethiopia . I have bsc in nursing with 3.76 CGPA, I want to learn msc in mental health nursing ,,.thank you!!
Salut je m’appelle Youssouf Ali Hissein mon pays est le Tchad cette bourse m’interesse beaucoup.
Am a lady of 41 yes will be 42yrs this year,but I want to ready MPH in turkey,I have Bsc.public health
Assalamoalaikum my percentage is 90.27 and interested in mbbs in turkey especially in ibn seena medical college can you please help me
How can i get scholarship program on agriculture in turkey ?
My percentage is 89.46, interested in medical from Turkey on fully funded scholarship.Can i expect admission??
We don’t know.
AHMAD00
Assalam u alaikum I have done BSC two years program now I want to take admission on scholarship in master can I get or note please let me know.