The student guide to studying and living in Türkiye.
Practical content written for each stage of your journey, each dated. Every guide answers a different set of questions.
Start hereStudying in Türkiye: the 2026 guide for international students
From choosing a degree and language to documents, admission and final enrolment — the full path in a logical order.
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How to build a realistic study budget for Türkiye
Separate tuition from housing from daily spending — and treat year one differently from the years that follow.
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The student residence permit in Türkiye
The difference between a visa and a residence permit, when to open the file, and what usually delays it.
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Studying medicine in Türkiye: what to know before you apply
Duration, language, tuition and entry requirements — and why medicine needs different planning from any other major.
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Scholarships and discounts: searching smartly, avoiding false promises
The difference between a government scholarship and a university discount, and how to verify any offer before relying on it.
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Student life in Istanbul: choosing a district and getting around
The city is large and the distances are real — where you live shapes your day more than you expect.
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Private universities in Türkiye: 2026 selection guide
Compare programmes, language, tuition and timelines at private universities.
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Public universities in Türkiye for international students
Exams, competition and timelines that define public-university admission.
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Bachelor admission requirements in Türkiye 2026
Documents, grade and language from first review to final enrolment.
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Master admission requirements in Türkiye 2026
Choose the programme type and prepare records, motivation and references.
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PhD admission requirements in Türkiye 2026
Research background, proposal, supervisor fit and interview.
Read the guideHow to choose the right city for studying in Türkiye
Compare campus, housing, transport and lifestyle before choosing a name.
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