Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships)

🔹 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

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

🔹 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.