Applications for the 2025 Türkiye Scholarships are now open

The Republic of Türkiye is now accepting applications for the prestigious Türkiye Scholarships for the academic year starting in September 2025.

Application Deadlines: Applications must be submitted by 20 February 2025.

This opportunity is available for both full-time and short-term study programs at some of the most renowned universities in Türkiye. Türkiye Scholarships are specifically designed for outstanding international students and researchers, offering them a chance to receive funding for their studies while promoting academic diversity and cultural exchange.

Scholarship Objectives

The Türkiye Scholarships aim to cultivate a network of future leaders dedicated to advancing cooperation among nations and fostering mutual understanding within societies around the globe.

By welcoming talented individuals from various backgrounds, the program places heavy emphasis on the importance of international collaboration and the exchange of ideas.

Program Information

Further details regarding the Türkiye Scholarships can be accessed on the official website: Türkiye Scholarships.

Degree Levels Offered

• Associate Degrees: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
• Bachelor’s Degrees
• Master’s Degrees
• PhD Programs

Eligibility Criteria

1. General Requirements:

   • Open to citizens of all countries, including South Africa.
   • Applicants must be graduates or will graduate before August 2025.
   • Academic performance is crucial, with minimum GPA requirements set as follows:

     • Associate and Bachelor’s degree candidates: minimum of 70%
     • Master’s degree candidates: minimum of 75%

2. Age Limits:

   • For Associate and Bachelor’s degree programs: Must be under 21 years of age.
   • For Master’s programs: Must be under 30 years of age.
   • For PhD programs: Must be under 35 years of age.
   • For Research Scholarships: Must be under 50 years of age.

3. Additional Conditions:

   • Applicants must meet the entry requirements for their selected programs. Some departments may have specific criteria.
   • Current students enrolled in Turkish universities cannot apply for scholarships at the same level of education they are currently pursuing.

Benefits of the Scholarship

The Türkiye Scholarships provide a comprehensive support package that includes:

• Placement at reputable universities and departments.
• Accommodation assistance.
• Monthly stipends based on the level of study:

  • Undergraduate Level: 3,500 TL per month
  • Master’s Level: 5,000 TL per month
  • PhD Level: 6,500 TL per month

• Health insurance coverage.
• Waiver of tuition fees.
• Provision of a once-off flight ticket at the beginning of the study program and upon graduation.
• A one-year Turkish language course.

Fields of Study

Most study programs at Turkish universities are primarily taught in Turkish. However, several universities and departments also offer programs in English and other languages. Applicants interested in such programs must provide an internationally recognized language proficiency certificate.

1. Undergraduate Programs:

   • Available in various fields, including engineering, social sciences, health sciences, and basic sciences.
   • Candidates are encouraged to use the scholarship website’s search engine to explore available programs.

2. Graduate Programs:

   • Master’s and PhD programs are available in fields like social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, and engineering.
   • Applicants should note that health-related fields may not be included.
   • Candidates can only select universities and departments according to their educational background.

Application Process

All applications for the Türkiye Scholarships must be submitted through the Türkiye Scholarships Application System online. Applicants will need to upload the following supporting documents:

• A valid identity document or passport.
• A recent photo (not older than one year).
• National exam results (e.g., Grade 12).
• Certificates and transcripts of all qualifications.
• International exam results (GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc.), if required by the selected program.
• Language proficiency test results (TOEFL, DELF, etc.), if required.
• For PhD applications, a research proposal and a written example of prior research are necessary.

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding the Türkiye Scholarships, please direct your questions to: info@turkiyeburslari.gov.tr.

This opportunity presents a remarkable avenue for international students to enrich their academic pursuits in a culturally vibrant and academically rigorous environment. Apply now to become part of a distinguished community dedicated to educational excellence and cultural exchange in Türkiye!

Documents and links

1. Türkiye Scholarships Webpage
2. Scholarship Brochure
3. Scholarship Procedures
4. Application Calender
5. Türkiye Scholarships Application System

Note

Please note that this opportunity is not offered by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Applicants are required to undertake their own research into programmes and institutions and are responsible for ensuring that the qualifications will be recognised in South Africa by contacting the South African Qualifications Authority and the relevant professional bodies.

If there are any discrepancies in the details provided, the information given by the sponsor supersedes the details provided above. No additional financial support will be provided by the Department of Higher Education and Training.