Are you an international student seeking a fully funded opportunity to study in Turkey? The Turkey Government Scholarship, also known as Türkiye Burslari, is now open for applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. This prestigious program offers comprehensive support for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD studies at top Turkish universities.
In this article, we’ll provide all the essential details about this scholarship, including benefits, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
Scholarship Overview
The Turkey Government Scholarship is a competitive, government-funded program aimed at attracting outstanding international students to pursue their education in Turkey. It’s designed to build a network of future leaders committed to strengthening cooperation among countries and mutual understanding among societies.
Key Details:
- Study in: Turkey
- Degree Levels: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
- Institutions: Various Universities
- Deadline: January 10 – February 20, 2025
Scholarship Benefits
The Turkey Government Scholarship provides recipients with a comprehensive package including:
- Monthly stipend:
- Undergraduate: 1000 TL
- Master’s: 1400 TL
- PhD: 1800 TL
- Full tuition fee coverage
- One-year Turkish language course
- Free accommodation
- Round-trip airfare
- Health insurance
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Turkey Government Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Be a citizen of any country except Turkey. Turkish citizens and those who have lost Turkish citizenship are not eligible.
- Age Limits:
- Undergraduate: Under 21 years old
- Master’s: Under 30 years old
- PhD: Under 35 years old
- Academic Requirements:
- Undergraduate: Minimum 70% cumulative grade point average
- Master’s and PhD: Minimum 75% cumulative grade point average
- Health Sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy): Minimum 90% cumulative grade point average
- Current Education Status: Not currently enrolled in a Turkish university at the same level of study you’re applying for
- Language Proficiency: English or Turkish (TOEFL or IELTS scores may be required)
Additional requirements:
- Must be a graduate or expecting to graduate by August 2025
- Should not have any health problems
- Researchers and academicians are eligible to apply
Available Programs
The Turkey Government Scholarship covers a wide range of academic disciplines. There are 1,325 programs available across various Turkish universities. Fields of study include:
- Biotechnology
- Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Physics
- Food Engineering
- Mathematics
- Medicine
To explore the full list of programs, click here.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the Turkey Government Scholarship:
- Create an account on the official Türkiye Burslari website
- Complete the online application form
- Upload the required documents:
- Valid passport or national ID
- Recent passport-style photograph
- Diploma or temporary graduation certificate
- Academic transcripts (certified copies)
- Language proficiency certificates (if applicable)
- National exam scores (if applicable)
- International exam scores (GRE, GMAT, etc., if required by chosen program)
- Research proposal and writing sample (for PhD applicants only)
Important Notes:
- Applications are only accepted through the official website
- No application fee is required
- You can select up to 12 program preferences
- Applications by post, courier, or hand delivery will not be accepted
- Carefully read all instructions and warnings in the application system
For more detailed information about the application process, visit the official announcement page.
Program Duration
- Undergraduate: 4 years + 1 year Turkish language preparation
- Master’s: 2 years + 1 year Turkish language preparation
- PhD: 4 years + 1 year Turkish language preparation
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Don’t miss this opportunity to study in Turkey with full financial support! Start your application for the Turkey Government Scholarship today.
For the most up-to-date information and to begin your application, visit the official Turkey Scholarships website.
