Turkey Government Scholarship 2025 (Step by Step Process)

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Embark on your academic journey in Turkey! Exciting news—the Turkey Government Scholarship 2025-2026 is now open. This fully funded program supports international students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, and PhD degrees. It covers a monthly stipend of up to 9000 TL, tuition fees, a return flight ticket, health insurance, and accommodation.

Beyond world-class education, Turkey Scholarships provide a platform for cultural exchange and leadership development. This government-funded program selects outstanding students worldwide, fostering global cooperation and mutua

Scholarship Summary

  • Levels of Study: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
  • Institutions: Various universities in Turkey
  • Study Location: Turkey
  • Application Deadline: January 10 – February 20, 2025

Available Courses:

  • Biotechnology
  • Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Food Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine

Program Duration:

  • Undergraduate Program: 4 years of study plus 1 year of Turkish language preparation
  • Master’s: 1 year Turkish language + 2 years
  • PhD: 1 year Turkish language + 4 years

The Turkish government provides fully funded scholarships for international students across various disciplines and study levels.

Scholarship Coverage

  • University & Program Placement
  • Full Tuition Fee Coverage
  • Return Flight Ticket
  • Health Insurance
  • Free Accommodation
  • 1-Year Turkish Language Course
  • Monthly Stipend:
    • Undergraduate: 4500 TL/month
    • Master’s: 6500 TL/month
    • PhD: 9000 TL/month

Eligibility Criteria for Turkey Government Scholarship

  • Language Requirement: English or Turkish
  • Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities

Academic Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s: Minimum 70% academic achievement
  • Master’s & PhD: Minimum 75% academic achievement
  • Health Sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy): Minimum 90%

Age Limits:

  • Undergraduate: Under 21 years
  • Master’s: Under 30 years
  • PhD: Under 35 years

Who Can Apply?

  • Citizens of any country
  • Graduates or students graduating by August 2025
  • Researchers and academicians

Who Cannot Apply?

  • Turkish citizens or those who lost Turkish citizenship
  • Students already studying in Turkish universities for the same level

Additional Requirements:

  • TOEFL/IELTS certification for English programs
  • Official academic records (certificates, courses, grades)
  • Statement of Purpose explaining study goals
  • No health issues
  • Some short-term programs may have extra requirements—check before applying.

How to Apply?

1. Create an Account

  • Register on the official website: www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr
  • Applications must be submitted individually—no third-party applications allowed.
  • Read all instructions carefully before applying.
  • Upload all required documents; applications by mail or in person will not be accepted.
  • No application fee is required.
  • The scholarship includes both university placement and funding.

2. Complete the Application

  • Fill in all details and upload the required documents.

3. Required Documents:

  • Valid National ID or Passport
  • Recent passport-size photo
  • National exam scores (if applicable)
  • Diploma or graduation certificate
  • Academic transcripts (official copies only)
  • International test scores (GRE, GMAT, DELF, YDS, YÖS, etc., if applicable).
  • Language test scores (if required by the university)
  • Research proposal & sample work (PhD applicants only)

For more details, visit the official website.

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