Study in Turkey – Scholarship Overview
Turkey has become one of the most popular scholarship destinations for Bangladeshi students because of its affordable education, internationally recognized universities, and generous government-funded scholarships. Turkey offers a large number of Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs in various fields. The most prestigious scholarship is the Türkiye Bursları Scholarship, which covers tuition fees, accommodation, health insurance, and monthly living expenses.
Types of Scholarships in Turkey
1. Türkiye Bursları Scholarship (Fully Funded)
Türkiye Bursları is the official scholarship program funded by the Government of Turkey for international students. This scholarship is available for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD students.
Coverage
Bachelor's Students
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly stipend: approximately 4,500 TRY/month
- University accommodation
- Health insurance
- Round-trip airfare
- One-year Turkish language course
Master's Students
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly stipend: approximately 6,500 TRY/month
- University accommodation
- Health insurance
- Round-trip airfare
- One-year Turkish language course
PhD Students
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly stipend: approximately 9,000 TRY/month
- University accommodation
- Health insurance
- Round-trip airfare
- One-year Turkish language course
Eligible Majors: Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Medicine, Business, Economics, International Relations, Social Sciences, Arts
Apply Here:
https://www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr
2. University Scholarships
Many Turkish universities offer scholarships for international students based on academic performance.
Coverage
- Partial tuition fee waiver
- Full tuition fee waiver (selected universities)
- Merit-based financial support
Eligible Majors: Engineering, IT, Business, Health Sciences, Architecture, Science
Popular University Scholarship Portals
Middle East Technical University (METU)
Apply Here:
https://www.metu.edu.tr
Istanbul University
Apply Here:
https://www.istanbul.edu.tr/en
Koç University
Apply Here:
https://international.ku.edu.tr
3. YÖK Scholarships
The Turkish Council of Higher Education (YÖK) supports several scholarship schemes for international students in selected programs.
Coverage
- Tuition support
- Monthly financial support (varies by program)
Eligible Majors: Engineering, Agriculture, Science, Technology, Education
Apply Here:
https://www.yok.gov.tr
Who Can Apply
Turkey welcomes international students at Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance and eligibility criteria. Students can apply directly through the Türkiye Bursları portal or university websites. Academic records, motivation letters, recommendation letters, and extracurricular achievements are important factors during scholarship selection.
Eligibility & Qualification
- Must be an international student
- Strong academic record
- HSC/A-Level for Bachelor's admission
- Bachelor's degree for Master's admission
- Master's degree for PhD admission
- Some programs may require IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent language proficiency
- Turkish language knowledge is generally not required for scholarship application
Required Documents (University + Scholarship)
Documents Required
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Passport copy
- CV/Resume
- Motivation Letter / SOP
- Recommendation letters
- Language proficiency certificate (if required)
- Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
- Passport-size photographs
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
Steps
- Select university and study program
- Create an account on the scholarship portal
- Upload required documents
- Submit scholarship application
- Attend interview if shortlisted
- Receive scholarship result
- Accept scholarship offer
- Receive admission confirmation
Visa Required Documents
Student Visa Documents
- Valid passport
- Scholarship award letter or university admission letter
- Visa application form
- Passport-size photographs
- Proof of accommodation
- Health insurance documents
Student Visa Process (Step-by-Step)
Steps
- Receive scholarship/admission letter
- Prepare visa documents
- Book embassy appointment
- Submit visa application
- Attend interview if required
- Receive visa approval
- Travel to Turkey
Turkey Cost Overview (2026 Approx.)
Estimated First-Year Cost
Without Scholarship
- Tuition Fee: 1,000 – 8,000 USD/year
- Living Cost: 3,000 – 8,000 USD/year
- Other Costs: 500 – 2,000 USD
Total Estimated Cost: 4,500 – 18,000 USD/year
With Türkiye Bursları Scholarship
- Tuition fully covered
- Accommodation provided
- Monthly stipend provided
- Health insurance included
- Airfare included
Student expenses become very low.