Turkey Government Scholarship

Embark on your educational journey in Turkey with the exciting opportunity of the Turkey Government Scholarship currently available. This article will comprehensively elaborate on the scholarship, its advantages, and the application process.

The Turkey Government Scholarship for the academic year 2024-2025 is a fully funded program designed for international students seeking undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. studies. Covering a range of benefits, the Turkiye Burslari Scholarship includes a monthly stipend of up to 1600 TL, tuition fees, return flight ticket, health insurance, and accommodation.

Beyond delivering high-quality education on an international scale, Turkey extends its support by providing scholarships to exceptional students worldwide, enabling them to pursue their studies in the prestigious universities of Turkey. Funded by the government, the Turkey Scholarships program is competitive and bestowed upon outstanding students aiming for full-time or short-term programs in the leading universities of Turkey. The overarching goal of Turkey Scholarships is to foster a network of future leaders dedicated to enhancing collaboration among nations and fostering mutual understanding among societies.

Scholarship Overview

• Study Levels: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
• Institutions: Various Universities
• Location: Turkey
• Application Period: January 10 – February 20, 2024

Courses Offered:

• Biotechnology
• Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• ...

Program Period:

It depends on the program.

• 4 Years for bachelor + 1 Year Turkish language preparation year.
• Master’s: 1 year Turkish Language course + 2 years
• PhD: 1 year Turkish Language course + 4 years

Scholarship Coverage

• University and program placement
• Tuition Fee
• Return Flight Ticket
• Health Insurance
• Accommodation
• One year Turkish Language Course
• Monthly Stipend:
  • Undergraduate: 1000 TL per month
  • Master’s: 1400 TL per month
  • PhD: 1800 TL per month

Eligibility Criteria for Turkey Government Scholarship

• Language Proficiency: Required Language - English or Turkish
• Geographical Scope: Eligible Countries - All World Countries
• Academic Requirements:
  • Minimum Academic Criteria for Bachelor’s degree applicants: 70%
  • Minimum Academic Criteria for Master’s and Doctorate degree applicants: 75%
  • Minimum Academic Criteria for Health Science applicants: 90%
• Age Criteria:
  • Under the age of 21 for Undergraduate programs
  • Under the age of 30 for Master’s programs
  • Under the age of 35 for Doctorate programs
• Eligible Groups: Citizens of all countries, Graduates or applicants who are set to graduate by the end of the current academic year, Researchers and academicians
• Non-Eligible Groups: Turkish citizens and those who have lost Turkish citizenship, Students already enrolled in Turkish universities at the level of study they are applying for
• Additional Requirements: TOEFL or IELTS certification is mandatory for English language proficiency, Submission of an official academic record, A purpose statement, Applicants should not have any health problems

How to Apply for Turkey Government Scholarship?

1. Make an account on the website of the scholarship.
2. Applications can only be made individually through www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr by the candidates.
3. There are no institutions or persons authorized to apply for Türkiye Scholarships.
4. Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the instructions and warnings in the application system.
5. Applicants are required to submit and upload the necessary documents to the application system.
6. Applications delivered by post, courier, or by hand will not be accepted.
7. Applications are free of charge.
8. Türkiye Scholarships include both scholarship and university placement at the same time.
9. Applicants will be placed in a university and program among their 12 preferences which they choose in the application system.
10. Fill the application on the website with the Required Documents.
11. All candidates must submit the following documents during online application:
    • A valid National Identification Document OR a valid Passport
    • A recent Photo of the candidate
    • National exam scores
    • Diploma or temporary certificate of Graduation
    • Academic transcripts
    • International exam scores (if required)
    • Language test scores (if required)
    • A research proposal and an example of your written work (for PhD applicants only)

For more information about Türkiye Scholarships and the application process, visit their official website.