About Turkish Private Universities:
Turkey has over 65 private universities offering undergraduate, graduate, vocational and doctorate level programs in many fields. Private universities of Turkey take more initiatives to have higher international student diversity and thus form partnerships with global educational and research networks. Private universities also provide scholarships to international students ranging from 25% to 100% depending on academic and sports merits of the prospective students.
The medium of instruction in most private universities is English. Hence, sufficient score in TOEFL or IELTS can exempt students from entering an English entrance exam that takes place in almost all private universities. If the level of English language is not found enough, students have to enrol in a preparatory year of English which they can also pass earlier and start studies depending on their level.
Most Private universities in Turkey are equipped with modern and high-tech labs, classrooms, amenities, student dorms and campuses.
Private universities are also found to have its instructors from different nationalities and hence offering a more robust international experience to its enrolled students.
Private universities charge tuition fee per year ranging from USD 4,000-20,000 which varies across the program of choice of study. Although, private institutions offer considerable financial aid or scholarship; more than 40% of all students receive some sort of financial aid. At ApplyRobin all students applying for undergraduate programs are guaranteed some sort of scholarship.
If you are interested in applying to private universities with guaranteed scholarship, we can evaluate your credentials, assist you on what your chances are and take care of your entire application process through our network with some of the best private universities of international students and education. You can apply (hyperlink to apply page) anytime online for free through our website www.applyrobin.com
Eligibility and Required Documents
Undergraduate program: The applying student should be under 21 years old and have successfully completed higher school studies equivalent to high secondary studies of Turkey. For English proficiency, a test will be taken of students on arrival or the IELTS or TOEFL scores are considered.
Intakes: Fall only, Applications start from February of every year.
Graduate Program: Applying students should be under 30 years old and have a relevant four-year bachelor’s degree. Some universities hold interviews with students to learn more about their bachelor program and focus area. Do not worry! ApplyRobin will help you ace the interview!
Intake: Spring and Fall
Doctorate/ PhD Program: Applying students should be 35 years old and must be in possession of a relevant master’s degree. Most universities hold interview with faculties to accept students.
Intakes: Spring and Fall
| Bachelor | Master | PhD |
| Personal Photo | Personal Photo | Personal Photo |
| Passport | Passport | Passport |
| High School Diploma (Translated In English or Turkish) | Valid four year bachelor degree certificate (Translated in English or Turkish) | Bachelors certificate and transcript (Translated in English or Turkish |
| High School Transcript (Translated in English or Turkish) | Valid four year bachelor transcript (Translated in English or Turkish) | Masters certificate and transcript (Translated in English or Turkish) |
| Active Email Address | Active Email Address | Active Email Address |
| University can also ask for updated CV, motivation letter, and letter of recommendations. | University can also ask for updated CV, motivation letter, and letter of recommendations along with research paper | |
| TOEFL or IELTS score (if available) | TOEFL or IELTS (if available) | TOEFL or IELTS (if available) |
| SAT, ACT (if available) | GRE, GMAT (if available) |
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Steps to Get Admission in Private University:
- Sign up/Sign in on the Student login and apply to government universities using our extensive CRM! Student login (link)
- Get Pre-Acceptance Letter to your email.
- Pay 1000 USD deposit payment to University Account and share the bank receipt to us via Email or whatsapp.
- Receive your acceptance letter from university in 5-10 working days
- Apply for a student visa from the nearest Turkish Embassy in your home country. (Our team guides you with completing relevant documents for visa submission for Free!)
- Enter Turkey with your student visa, come to your university and visit;
- Financial Office (To make the outstanding payment)
- Student Affairs (To finalize your registration process)
- International Student Office (To get your residence permit appointment and Do not Worry, we are covering your Health Insurance costs for a Year!)
- Enter English Placement Exam (If Relevant TOEFL/IELTS results are not provided)
- Select Courses and start your Semester!
Tuition Fees Range for Private Universities (English Programs):
| Degree Type | Before Scholarship (Per Year in USD) | After Scholarship (Per year in USD) |
| Bachelor Programs | 8000-15000 USD | 3000-6000 USD |
| Graduate Programs | 8000-12000 USD | 3300-5000 USD |
| Vocational Programs | 3000-5000 USD | 1800-5000 USD |
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Scholarships
ApplyRobin guarantees some sort of scholarship to all applicant students in private universities that ApplyRobin represents.
At ApplyRobin, we further work to get you higher scholarships from universities we represent if you have relevant sports achievements, academic achievements, high SAT and IELTS/TOEFL scores. To get these higher study-based scholarships, we help you all the way through preparation of your Letter of Recommendations (LORs), Statement of Purpose (SOP), and Motivation Letters.
FAQS
Do I need a student Residence Permit?
In general, all students from countries outside of TURKEY need to have a residence permit to study in Turkey if they are planning on staying for more than three months.
International students will need to check carefully whether they need a visa to enter Turkey. A Visa is a document necessary for entering the country and must be applied for prior to departure. It is a sticker in your passport issued by a Turkish Embassy or Consulate.
Check here for more information – Visa Information For Foreigners (link to Turkish embassy page)
http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa
A visa is not the same as a residence permit. A residence permit is a document necessary for staying in the country and should be applied for after arrival. You should apply for student residence permit before the expiry date of your visa stay limit in Turkey.
International office of all ApplyRobin partner universities will help you in preparing the necessary documents for your student residence permit.
How do I apply for a Student visa for Turkey?
When you are accepted to a private university, you will receive an acceptance letter with which you can apply for a Visa in your Country. Please keep in mind that visa application procedures take a long time and plan your application accordingly. ApplyRobin advises you to apply for visa atleast two (2) months before your registration period begins. After you receive your visa in your country plan your travel accordingly for your registration and enrolment in your University.
What are the benefits of applying to Private University?
There are many benefits to applying to private university with respect to diversity, ease of acceptance, smaller class sizes and offering programs in English. Private universities have much more.
For More information you can read our blogs: Private vs Government University Comparison Part1 and Private vs Government University Comparison Part2
Is TOEFL/IELTS Mandatory for English Proficiency?
No, it is not. Although a TOEFL score above 75/120 and IELTS score of 6.0 bands out of 9.0
Is SAT/GRE/ GMAT Compulsory for admission?
SAT is not compulsory for Private Universities. Although high SAT scores can help student in securing higher merit-based scholarships.
GRE/GMAT is not compulsory for Graduate admissions. Although high scores can help student in securing higher merit-based scholarships.
How much are the living expenses?
It is not so expensive to live in Turkey. In fact, this is one of the key reasons why Turkey is such a good destination for students. Your monthly expenses can range between 200-400 USD including your accommodation, food, transportation and bills considering you live in a shared apartment.