Türkiye Scholarships for International Students (Turkish Government)

Türkiye Scholarships is a competitive, government-funded programme for international students. It supports full-time or short-term study at top universities in Turkey. Awards are open at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels.

• Host: Turkish Government
• Level: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
• Study in: Turkey
• Deadline: 20 Feb 2025 (annual)
• Awards: Not specified
• Covered: Tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance, flight ticket, Turkish language course

This scholarship suits high-achieving international students who want to study in Turkey at bachelor's, master's or doctoral level. It also welcomes researchers and academicians. If you meet the age and academic thresholds and are a citizen of any country, you can apply.

Participating Universities in Turkey

Bachelors, Masters or PhD Programmes in a wide range of fields of study offered at participating Turkish Universities

Citizens of all countries

The scholarship includes university and program placement, monthly stipend (Bachelor: 4,500 TL per month; Masters: 6,500 TL per month; PhD: 9,000 TL per month), tuition fees, once-off return flight ticket, health insurance, accommodation, and one year Turkish Language Course.

The normal duration of award is:

• Undergraduate: 1 year Turkish Language course + 4-6 years (depending on the normal duration of the program)
• Master’s: 1 year Turkish Language course + 2 years
• PhD: 1 year Turkish Language course + 4 years

Minimum Academic Criteria:

• Minimum academic achievement for Bachelor’s degree applicants: 70%
• Minimum academic achievement for Master’s and Doctorate degree applicants: 75%
• Minimum academic achievement for Health Science (Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy) applicants: 90%

Age Criteria:

• To be under the age of 21 for Undergraduate programs
• To be under the age of 30 for Master’s programs
• To be under the age of 35 for Doctorate programs
• To be under the age of 50 for Research Scholarships

Eligible Groups:

• Citizens of all countries
• Graduates or applicants who are able to graduate at the end of the current academic year (before August)
• Researchers and academicians

Applications are currently closed.

Applications can only be made individually through www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr by the candidates. There are no institutions or persons authorized to apply for Türkiye Scholarships. Candidates applying at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels are welcome to apply between 10 January – 20 February 2025. Research applicants can apply throughout the year.

It is important to visit the official website (links found below) to access the online application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

• Who can apply for Türkiye Scholarships? Citizens of all countries who meet the academic and age criteria can apply. Researchers and academicians are also eligible.
• What does the scholarship cover? It includes university placement, monthly stipend (Bachelor: 4,500 TL; Masters: 6,500 TL; PhD: 9,000 TL), tuition fees, once-off return flight ticket, health insurance, accommodation, and a one-year Turkish Language Course.
• What is the application deadline? For Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels, applications are open between 10 January and 20 February 2025. Research applicants can apply throughout the year.
• How do I apply? Apply individually through the official website www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr. No institutions or persons are authorized to apply on your behalf.
• What are the age limits? Under 21 for Undergraduate, under 30 for Master’s, under 35 for Doctorate, and under 50 for Research Scholarships.
• What are the minimum academic requirements? 70% for Bachelor’s, 75% for Master’s and Doctorate, and 90% for Health Science (Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy) applicants.

• Read the official guidelines carefully before starting your application.
• Prepare your documents early, including transcripts and test scores.
• Check language requirements and ensure you meet them.
• Submit your application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
• Apply only through the official portal; no agents are authorized.