Türkiye Scholarships 2026: Fully Funded Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD Scholarships to Study in Turkey

Türkiye Scholarships has opened applications for the 2026 academic year, offering fully funded scholarships for international students to study at leading universities across Turkey.

Funded by the Government of Türkiye, this prestigious and highly competitive program supports undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and research-level studies while providing comprehensive academic, cultural, and professional support.

Application Dates for Türkiye Scholarships 2026

• Application period: 10 January – 20 February 2026

• Application mode: Online only

• Application fee: Free of charge

• Applications are accepted once per year only

What Is Türkiye Scholarships?

Türkiye Scholarships is a government-funded international scholarship program designed to support outstanding students and researchers from all countries. The program enables recipients to pursue full-time or short-term studies at top Turkish universities while fostering long-term cooperation and mutual understanding between countries.

A key advantage of the program is that it includes both scholarship funding and university placement, removing the need for applicants to secure admission separately.

What Makes Türkiye Scholarships Unique

Türkiye Scholarships offers a comprehensive package that goes beyond financial support. Awardees benefit from:

• University and academic program placement

• Full tuition fee coverage

• Monthly stipend

• Free accommodation

• Health insurance

• One-time international flight ticket

• One-year Turkish language course

• Academic, cultural, and professional development programs

Programs and Levels of Study

Applications for 2026 are open for the following degree levels:

• Associate degree programs (technical and vocational education)

• Bachelor’s degree programs

• Master’s degree programs

• Doctoral (PhD) programs

Türkiye Scholarships also offers short-term and special programs, including:

• Research Scholarships

• Success Scholarships

• Merit Scholarships

• KATİP Program

These programs have different application periods and are announced separately on the official website.

Monthly Stipend Under Türkiye Scholarships

The scholarship provides a monthly living allowance based on the level of study:

• Undergraduate students: 4,500 TL per month

• Master’s students: 6,500 TL per month

• PhD students: 9,000 TL per month

• Research scholarship holders: 25,000 TL per month (stipend only)

Türkiye Scholarships in Numbers

Türkiye Scholarships is one of the largest international scholarship programs globally:

• More than 150,000 alumni worldwide

• Approximately 15,000 active scholars

• Around 125,000 applications received annually

• Over 5,000 new scholarships awarded each year

• Interviews conducted in 100+ countries

What the Scholarship Covers

Awardees receive full coverage of essential study and living costs, including:

• Tuition fees

• Monthly stipend

• Accommodation

• Health insurance

• Turkish language education

• International flight ticket

• Internship, academic, and cultural opportunities

Required Documents

Applicants must upload the following documents through the online application system:

• Valid passport or national identity document

• Recent photograph taken within the last year

• Diploma or temporary graduation certificate

• Academic transcript

• National exam results, if applicable

• International exam results (GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc.), if required

• International language proficiency test results, if required

• Research proposal and written work sample (PhD applicants only)

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirements

• Associate and bachelor’s degree applicants: minimum 70%

• Health sciences applicants (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy): minimum 90%

• Master’s and PhD applicants: minimum 75%

Age Requirements

• Undergraduate applicants: under 21 years

• Master’s applicants: under 30 years

• PhD applicants: under 35 years

• Research applicants: under 50 years

Additional notes:

• Open to citizens of all countries

• Applicants currently studying in Türkiye cannot apply for the same level of study

• Specialization in health sciences is not offered under Türkiye Scholarships

Selection and Interview Process

The selection process follows several stages:

• Preliminary assessment of eligibility and documents

• Academic and professional evaluation by expert committees

• Shortlisting of qualified candidates

• Interviews conducted in-country or online

• Final selection and issuance of acceptance letters

Interviews typically last 15–30 minutes and assess academic background, motivation, and career goals.

Turkish Language Education

All awardees who do not hold a C1 Turkish proficiency certificate are required to complete a one-year Turkish language course before starting their academic program. This applies even to students placed in English-taught programs.

Academic, Cultural, and Career Development

Türkiye Scholarships supports scholars beyond formal education through:

• International Student Academy programs

• Internship opportunities in public and private sectors

• International Student Science Congress

• International Student Awards

• Cultural and academic guidance activities

Türkiye Scholarships Alumni Network

Graduates become part of a global alumni network with:

• Over 150,000 members

• Representation in 184+ countries

• Active alumni associations and networking initiatives worldwide

Türkiye Scholarships 2026 Timeline

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships

• Applications: January – February

• Evaluation: March – May

• Interviews: June – July

• Announcement of results: Early August

• Visa and scholarship procedures: August

• Arrival and start of studies: September

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online through the official portals:

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For questions, applicants may contact info@turkiyeburslari.gov.tr