• Türkiye Scholarships is one of the most comprehensive government scholarship schemes globally.
• Scholarship holders study at some of the most well-known universities in Türkiye, in a wide range of disciplines.

General Application Period (Full-time Associate, Bachelor, Master, PhD)

• Application period: from 10 January to 20 February.
• Evaluation of applications: carried out during March and April.
• Interview period: interviews are conducted between April and June.
• Announcement of results: typically in early August.
• Initial procedures (document & visa processes, placements): during August.
• Arrival and enrolment of scholarship holders in Türkiye: September (start of the academic year).

Research Scholarship (Short-term research stays)

• 1st Period:
  • Applications accepted between January and March.
  • Evaluation and results announced in April.
• 2nd Period:
  • Applications accepted between April and June.
  • Evaluation and results announced in July.
• 3rd Period:
  • Applications accepted between July and September.
  • Evaluation and results announced in October.
• 4th Period:
  • Applications accepted between October and December.
  • Evaluation and results announced in January of the following year.

Eligible Groups

According to the official “Criteria & Scholarship Programs” page, the programme is open to:

• Citizens of all countries (except Turkish citizens and former citizens, see below);
• High-school graduates or students who are in their final year and will graduate by the end of the current academic year (before August);
• Graduates and final-year students of Bachelor’s or Master’s programmes applying for higher levels;
• Researchers and academics for the Research Scholarship.

Ineligible Groups

The following cannot apply:

• Turkish citizens (including dual nationals) and those who have lost Turkish citizenship by decision of the authorities;
• Individuals already enrolled in a programme at a Turkish university at the same level of study they wish to apply for (e.g. currently doing a Master’s in Türkiye and applying again for a Master’s).

Minimum Academic Achievement

Minimum grade/score thresholds (or national equivalent):

• Associate degree & Bachelor’s applicants: at least 70%;
• Master’s & PhD applicants: at least 75%;
• Health Sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy): at least 90%.

Age Criteria

You must also meet these age limits at the time of application:

• Associate & Bachelor’s programmes: under 21 years old;
• Master’s programmes: under 30 years old;
• PhD programmes: under 35 years old;
• Research Scholarship: under 50 years old.

All applications are submitted online through the Türkiye Scholarships Application System (TBBS). Every candidate must upload the following documents to their account:

• A valid identity document, national ID card or passport;
• A recent photo of the applicant taken within the last 12 months;
• National exam results, if such exams are used or required in the applicant’s home country (e.g. university entrance exams);
• A diploma or temporary graduation certificate for the highest completed level (or a certificate of expected graduation, where applicable);
• A complete academic transcript showing courses and grades for each year/semester;
• International test scores (such as GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc.) if the chosen programme or university asks for them;
• International language test results (TOEFL, DELF or equivalents) if required by the chosen programme/university;
• For PhD applicants: a research proposal and a sample of previous written academic work or research.

All documents must be uploaded in the format requested by the system; additional translations may be needed if the originals are not in English or Turkish.

Applicants from all nationalities may apply, except:

• Turkish citizens (including dual citizens), and
• Individuals who have formally lost Turkish citizenship.

Türkiye Scholarships provide a full package of financial support plus placement at a Turkish university. According to the official “Why Türkiye Scholarships?” page, the main benefits are:

• University and programme placement – you do not need to apply separately to each university;
• Tuition-fee exemption for the full duration of the programme;
• Monthly stipend (amounts per month):
  • 4,500 TL for Associate and Bachelor’s students;
  • 6,500 TL for Master’s students;
  • 9,000 TL for PhD students.
• Free accommodation in dormitories or state-supported student housing;
• General health insurance for access to the public health system;
• A one-year Turkish language course (Turkish preparatory year), enabling students to reach C1 level and study in Turkish or manage daily life more easily;
• A one-time round-trip flight ticket (arrival and final return after graduation);
• Participation in social, cultural and academic programmes, events and the Türkiye Alumni Network.

(For the separate Research Scholarship, only the monthly stipend is generally covered; tuition and other costs are usually not included.)

1. Open an online application account‍
   • Visit the official Türkiye Scholarships website and create your personal account in the Türkiye Scholarships Application System (TBBS) with a valid email address and password.
2. Fill in your profile and upload all required documents
   • Enter your personal details, education history and exam results.
   • Upload every required document (ID/passport, photo, transcripts, diplomas, exam scores, etc.).
   • It is strongly recommended that you also upload evidence of extracurricular activities, awards and achievements in different fields.
3. Choose your preferred universities and programmes
   • Within the system, select your programme level (Bachelor, Master, PhD, etc.) and then list your preferred universities and departments in order of priority.
   • You can choose several programmes, but you should only select options that you realistically qualify for (field, grades, language, etc.).
4. Write your Letter of Intent / Motivation
   • In the “Letter of Intent” section, explain:
     • why you chose Türkiye and your preferred programmes,
     • your academic interests and previous experiences,
     • your expectations, career goals and future plans, and
     • how studying in Türkiye will help you contribute to your country and the wider community.
5. Review and submit your application
   • Carefully check every section (personal info, education, preferences, documents, letter of intent).
   • After you are sure everything is correct and complete, confirm and submit your application in the system.
   • Once submitted, your application moves into evaluation; you cannot edit it after the deadline.