Getting admission to Turkish universities
Obtaining university admission in Turkey and accurately completing all required documents is one of the top priorities for international students seeking higher education there. Although the admission process may seem complex and difficult to some, careful preparation and proper admission can make it easier for students to achieve their educational and professional goals in the future. In the following article, we will explain the ideas related to this process in detail.
Each university in Türkiye sets its own admission criteria, especially since Türkiye has become a preferred destination for international and Arab students for about a decade.
Universities in Turkey are divided between public and private universities. The country has more than
Private universities are among the best in Europe and offer internationally recognized degrees.
Who can apply for admission to Turkish universities?
International students who hold a high school diploma equivalent to the Turkish high school diploma (i.e., the "Baccalaureate"), or who can enroll based on their first-semester results, as well as students who have completed their bachelor's or master's degrees and wish to pursue a higher degree.
Admission also varies depending on the type of university, whether it is a private or public university.
What documents are required to obtain admission to a bachelor's program?
The required documents vary depending on the type of university, whether it is public or private.
1- Colored personal photo
2- A copy of the passport
3- High school graduation certificate
4- High school grades statement
5- A foreign language certificate (such as TOEFL, TOEFL, etc.) if available.
6- Additional certificates (such as YÖS, SAT, and international certificates) if available.
For more information about the required documents and notes to take into consideration, you can contact us.
What documents are required to obtain admission to postgraduate studies (Master's or PhD)?
The required documents vary depending on the type of university, whether public or private, but all universities require the following documents:
1- Personal photo.
2- Passport photo.
3- A copy translated into English or Turkish of the university graduation certificate.
4- A copy translated into English or Turkish of the university transcript.
5- Recognition document from Turkish education.
6- Language certificates, if available, such as the TOMER certificate for the Turkish language or the TOEFL certificate for the English language.
7- International or Turkish certificates such as GRE, GMAT, or ALES strengthen the admission application if available.
For more details on the required documents and important notes, please refer to the article available via the link. Click here to visit the article.

What is the admission evaluation system for Turkish universities?
The concept of differential admissions involves a student submitting an application to a university through an electronic system or by any other means specified by the university, such as submitting applications by mail, email, or hand-delivered. Admission and registration requirements for international students are determined at the beginning of each year.
What is the equivalency of high school diploma in Türkiye?
Documents required for high school diploma equivalency in Türkiye
1- The original high school certificate certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country where it was obtained.
2- Submitting academic records for the last three years, certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
3- If the student has completed his studies at an international school, he will be required to have his documents authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country in which he completed his studies, and then obtain authentication from that country’s embassy in Türkiye.
4- A copy of a valid passport.
5- Student visa and a copy of it, which can be replaced with a residence permit if available.
The university acceptance letter the student received from the website of the Turkish university he/she has chosen to study at.
6- The application form for equivalency of the secondary school certificate, completed in Turkish, can be obtained from the equivalency authority at the educational institution.
7- Proof of university enrollment (must be recent).
8- If the student is under eighteen years old, he must submit a guardianship contract and a power of attorney from his guardian.
For detailed information about the secondary school certificate modification, you can view the related article on the Study Time website by clicking on the link to access the article.
High school diploma equivalency for Syrian students in Türkiye
1- Temporary protection permit (Kimlik)
Original high school certificate, if available.
3- Explaining the main approved signs.
4- Translation and notarization of the certificate.
5- A cover proving the high school diploma from the Syrian Opposition Coalition office in Türkiye.
6- Passport, if available
7- Residential address (population department)
For information on how to modify your high school diploma, you can review the detailed article from Study Time through this link.
- University housing in Türkiye
Private student housing in Turkey, known as "yurt," is available in all provinces with Turkish universities. This type of housing is owned by private companies or investors licensed by the Turkish government. Costs for this type of housing range from $200 to $700, depending on the location and the number of people per room. Student housing insurance is also required.
For more details about university housing, you can read the comprehensive article on university housing provided by Study Time by clicking the link.
-What are the steps for registration through Study Time?
1- Contact Study Time graduate studies consultants.
2- Searching for the best offers and universities suitable for the student.
3- Determine the appropriate university
Translate documents via Study Time at no charge.
5- Obtaining free admission to graduate programs.
6-Complete the final registration
7- Obtaining a student residence permit for postgraduate studies without any fees.
Modifying your high school certificate from Study Time is free of charge.
Benefits of registering with Study Time:
1- Get educational advice at no cost.
2- Analyze your profile carefully and search for suitable offers.
3- Obtaining university admission at no cost through direct agreements we have with Turkish universities.
4- Convert your entire file into Turkish for free.
5- It enables you to obtain a student residence visa through us.
6- Securing your university accommodation
7- Obtaining certificate equivalency at no cost
8- Follow up on your academic record after completing the official registration.
Important articles to help you get accepted into university.
-Open education in Türkiye
-Admission tests to Turkish universities
-The language used in study at Turkish universities.
-Documents required for registration in Turkish universities
-Student residence in Türkiye