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Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships)

Comprehensive guide to financial benefits, eligibility requirements, and official application steps.

Scholarship Program Overview

Turkey's flagship government scholarship program, funding over 4,000 international students every year across Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels — with monthly stipends, free housing, and full tuition coverage.

This award is officially open for international applicants seeking full-time higher education programs. Selected candidates receive financial support throughout the standard duration of their degree.

Scholarship Benefits:

Full tuition fee coverage 🔹 Monthly stipend: 4,500 TL (Bachelor's), 6,500 TL (Master's), 9,000 TL (PhD) — doubled under special "Success" or "Arts" tracks for outstanding candidates 🔹 Free dormitory accommodation 🔹 Comprehensive health insurance 🔹 One-year, free Turkish language course before starting your degree (if needed) 🔹 Round-trip international airfare (one flight to Turkey, one flight home after completion) 🔹 No requirement for prior university admission — placement handled by the program

Eligibility Requirements:

🔹 Age limits: 21 for Bachelor's, 30 for Master's, 35 for PhD (varies slightly by program track) 🔹 Minimum academic performance thresholds (GPA/percentage requirements vary by degree level and applicant's home country system) 🔹 Not currently enrolled in or a graduate of a Turkish university (for first-time applicants) 🔹 Willingness to relocate to Turkey and study full-time 🔹 Genuine interest in cultural exchange and integration, as leadership/community engagement is considered during selection

Application Process:

Register and complete your profile on the official Türkiye Bursları online application system Select up to 12 university/department preferences in order of priority Upload required documents: academic transcripts, diploma/degree certificates, passport copy, passport photo, statement of purpose or motivation letter, language certificates (if available) Submit before the deadline Shortlisted candidates undergo evaluation (may include interviews for some tracks) Successful candidates receive placement offers and scholarship confirmation Visa and travel arrangements follow scholarship confirmation

Key Dates (2027 Cycle):

🔹 Applications expected to open: Mid-January 2027 🔹 Applications expected to close: Around 20 February 2027 🔹 Results typically announced: Several months after the deadline (mid-year) 🔹 Program start: Following academic year (with Turkish language prep year if required) Note: The 2026 cycle (window: 10 January – 20 February 2026) has already closed. This guide reflects the anticipated 2027 cycle timeline based on historical patterns — always confirm exact dates on the official portal closer to the opening date.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — Türkiye Bursları places you into a university and program based on your preferences and academic profile; you don't need a prior offer.
Up to 12, ranked in order of priority.
You'll be enrolled in a free, one-year Turkish language preparation course before starting your degree, if your program requires Turkish-medium instruction.
Scholarship terms generally focus on full-time study; check current YTB guidelines on part-time work permissions for scholarship holders.

Quick Summary

Host CountryTurkey
Funding TypeFully Funded
Verification Manually Verified
Last UpdatedUpdated Jul 2026

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