Scholarship
Türkiye Scholarships
Offered by Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB)
Closed Applications closed. Next application cycle has not been announced
Visit Official Scholarship Website
Last verified: September 26, 2026
Quick facts
- Study destination
- Türkiye
- Level
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhD / Doctorate
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Eligible students
- Open to international students
- Deadline
- Applications closed. Next application cycle has not been announced
- Application method
- Government / provider online portal
Overview
Türkiye Scholarships is a government-funded, competitive scholarship programme for outstanding international students and researchers at Turkish universities. Besides financial support it provides university placement and academic, social and cultural activities.
Applications for associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees are received once a year through a free online system, from students of all countries.
Who Can Apply
International students from all countries; the programme is competitive and merit-based, with an emphasis on academic excellence.
Am I eligible? A quick check
- Open to international students
- Study in Türkiye
- Level: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD / Doctorate
This is a summary. The official eligibility rules decide who can apply.
Study Destination
Education Level
Eligible Nationalities
Open to international students.
Eligibility can change between cycles. Confirm your country on the official website.
What Does This Scholarship Cover?
Tuition
- Full tuition fees (covered)
Living costs
- Living allowance (covered)
Accommodation
- Accommodation (covered)
Insurance
- Health / medical insurance (covered)
"Fully funded" here means the published coverage includes full tuition and a living allowance. Costs not listed above may not be covered.
Application Deadline
- Status
- Closed Applications closed. Next application cycle has not been announced
- Previous cycle
- 2026 applications: 10 January to 20 February 2026.
Deadlines change every cycle. Always confirm the current dates on the official website.
How to Apply
Scholarship application first: You apply for the scholarship first; university admission is arranged afterwards or alongside.
Important: scholarship eligibility and university admission requirements may be different. Check both before applying.
Official Links
- Official scholarship page
- Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB) (official website)
- Verification source
Last verified: September 26, 2026
Application Abroad is not the scholarship provider and does not accept applications. Apply through the official provider; its website is the final source for eligibility, funding and deadlines.
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Free counselling
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