Türkiye Scholarships Guide (International Students)
Evergreen annual guide. The general round typically opens in Q1 via the official TBBS portal without intermediaries.
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Funding Package & Allowances
Monthly stipend, student accommodation, round-trip flights, and one-year Turkish language preparatory course.
State university dormitory accommodation or approved housing subsidy.
- Full university tuition fee waiver across Turkish partner universities
- Public health insurance throughout duration of study
- Round-trip flight tickets at commencement and graduation
- One-year intensive Turkish language course free of charge
Eligibility Criteria for Arab Applicants
Citizens of all Arab countries are eligible to apply across general annual calls.
Competitive academic record; health sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy) are excluded from graduate allocations.
Prior Turkish knowledge is not required. Programs taught in English require recognized tests (TOEFL/GRE).
Standard age limits per degree level at time of annual announcement (under 21 Bachelor, 30 Master, 35 PhD). · Not mandatory for standard degree programs.
• Students currently enrolled in Turkish universities at the same level are not eligible.
• Notice: Health sciences for graduate studies are excluded from master and PhD allocations per official guidelines.
Typical Preparation Checklist
Typical dossier preparation list; official call guidelines remain definitive
Step-by-Step Application Roadmap
Create an account on the official TBBS online application system.
Complete all personal, academic, extracurricular, and language profile tabs.
Select university and department preferences available for your background.
Write a clear research proposal and motivation statement detailing your study plan.
Attend an in-person or online interview at the Turkish diplomatic mission if shortlisted.
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