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The Türkiye Scholarships program, also known as Türkiye Bursları, is a prestigious government-funded initiative designed to support international students in pursuing higher education in Turkey. This program is renowned for its comprehensive coverage and is aimed at enhancing Turkey’s international relations through educational and cultural exchange.
1. Types of Scholarships
* Undergraduate Scholarships: For students pursuing bachelor’s degrees.
* Graduate Scholarships: For those undertaking master’s or doctoral studies.
* Research Scholarships: For postgraduate researchers and academicians.
* Art Scholarships: Specifically for international students focusing on arts and music.
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2. Scholarship Coverage
* Tuition Fee: Full coverage of tuition fees.
* Monthly Stipend:
* Undergraduate: 1,000 TL per month.
* Master’s: 1,400 TL per month.
* Ph.D.: 1,800 TL per month.
* Accommodation: Free accommodation at Turkish state-run dormitories.
* Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance.
* Turkish Language Course: A one-year Turkish language course before the commencement of the main program (if required).
* Travel Expenses: One-time round-trip flight ticket for the initial arrival and final departure.
Academic Performance:
* Minimum academic performance of 70% for undergraduate applicants.
* Minimum of 75% for master’s and doctoral applicants.
* For health science fields (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy), a minimum of 90%.
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Age Requirements:
* Under 21 years for undergraduate programs.
* Under 30 years for master’s programs.
* Under 35 years for doctoral programs.
* Under 45 years for research programs.
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Citizenship: Must be a citizen of a country other than Turkey. Turkish citizens or those who have lost Turkish citizenship are ineligible.
Previous Education: Applicants should not currently be enrolled in a degree program at Turkish universities at the level they are applying for.
Application Period: Typically opens in January and closes in February each year.
Online Application: Applications must be submitted through the Türkiye Scholarships website
* Academic transcripts and diplomas.
* A valid passport or national ID card.
* A letter of intent or motivation.
* Recommendation Letter.
* Research proposals (for Ph.D. and research applicants).
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SELECTION PROCESS
Preliminary Assessment: Based on academic records, qualifications, and eligibility criteria.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews, which can be conducted in person or online.
Final Selection: Final selection is based on the interview performance, academic merits, and the overall profile of the candidate.
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
The scholarship program is available at many top Turkish universities, including but not limited to Middle East Technical University (METU), Istanbul University, and Koç University.
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Additional Information:
Language Requirements: Knowledge of Turkish is not mandatory at the time of application. However, students will undergo a one-year Turkish language course if their program is taught in Turkish.
Program Integration: Scholarship recipients are integrated into Turkish academic life and culture, with opportunities to engage in various extracurricular activities and community services.
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How to Apply:
Visit the official Türkiye Scholarships website during the application period to complete the online application and upload the required documents.
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