Study in Turkey

Why Study in Turkey?

Turkey has so much to offer to its students, from high-quality education, thousands of program choices, multicultural life, the welcoming atmosphere and not to mention its tourist attractions like Istanbul, Hagia Sophia, grand bazaar, Galata bridge, seaside resort towns and so much more. When you study in Turkey, you get the perfect blend of culture, top education and quality of life.

Quick Key Figures

Population

84.2 Million

Capital City

Ankara

Currency

₺ Turkish Lira

Tuition Fees

Starting from $2,500/Year

Total Cost of Living

$500-$700/Month

Intakes

Primarily Fall

Popular Cities

Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir

International Student Population

224,053

Some of our partners

Turkey is not just a tourist destination anymore, it has become a popular education destination for students from all over the world. Low cost of living and more affordable tuition fees for education, has made it one of the top preferences of the students looking forward to studying abroad. Drasco represents accredited and top quality universities in Turkey.

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Application Requirements

Passport Scan

Valid for at least 6 months from applying

Personal Photograph

Passport Size Standard Photograph

Academic Transcript

Most Recent Transcript from School/University

Academic Diploma

Certificate of Latest Degree Completion

English Proficiency

IELTS, TOEFL or other recognized EPT

Proof of Finance

Bank Statements or Sponsorship Letter

Letter of Motivation

Certificate of Latest Degree Completion

Recommendation Letters

IELTS, TOEFL or other recognized EPT

Application Form

Bank Statements or Sponsorship Letter

Student Visa General Process

1

Get Accepted by a Turkish University

You can only apply for a visa once you’ve received an acceptance letter from a university in Turkey. Once you’re accepted onto a program in Turkey proceed to arrange an appointment at your nearest Turkish consulate or embassy. You may be able to book an appointment online.

2

Prepare For Your Appointment

Once you completed your application and prepared your documents, proceed to attend your visa appointment in your country of residence. The appointment will be a short interview with a consular officer, who will ask you a few questions regarding your stay. Make sure you have all the required documents with you.

3

Wait For The Visa Application to Process

The processing of a Turkey visa application depends on your nationality and the country from where you are applying. While in some countries you can get an answer within three days, in others the it may take up to 15 working days.

4

Finalize Your Student Residence Permit

When you travel to Turkey with a Student Visa, upon arrival you must register at the nearest local police department in Turkey. You should then apply for a residence permit (known in Turkish as ikamet) at the Provincial Directorate of Migration Administration.

For More Information on Turkey’s Visa Process