Exciting news — applications for the Turkey Government Scholarship 2026–2027, also known as the Türkiye Burslari Scholarship, are now open. This fully funded scholarship program welcomes international students to pursue undergraduate, master’s, and PhD degrees at some of the most prestigious universities in Turkey.
Awardees receive a generous monthly stipend of up to 9,000 TL, full tuition coverage, round-trip airfare, comprehensive health insurance, and free accommodation. With such extensive benefits, students can focus entirely on their studies and research without financial burden.
Beyond academics, studying in Turkey offers a unique cultural experience where East meets West. From exploring historic cities like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir to engaging with modern innovation hubs, international students gain not just a world-class education but also a global outlook shaped by Turkey’s strategic position linking Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
As one of the most competitive and prestigious government scholarships in the region, the Türkiye Burslari aims to empower exceptional students worldwide. Its mission goes beyond education—building a strong network of future leaders dedicated to international cooperation, cultural exchange, and mutual understanding among nations.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
- Institution(s): Various Universities
- Study in: Turkey
- Deadline: January 10 – February 20, 2026
Courses Offered:
- Biotechnology
- Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Physics
- Food Engineering
- Math
- Medicine
- The Turkish Government Scholarships are fully funded opportunities offered to outstanding international students from all over the world. These scholarships cover almost every academic discipline and are available for all levels of study— including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. With over 1,325 study programs in top Turkish universities, students can choose from a wide range of fields such as engineering, health sciences, social sciences, arts, and more.
Program Period:
It depends on the program.
- 4 Years for bachelor + 1 Year Turkish language preparation year.
- Master’s: 1 year Turkish Language course + 2 year
- PhD: 1 year Turkish Language course + 4 years
- Check scholarship’s timeline from Here
Scholarship Coverage
Turkey Government Scholarship will provide the recipient with the following benefits:
- University and program placement
- Tuition Fee
- Return Flight Ticket
- Health Insurance
- Accommodation
- One year Turkish Language Course
- Monthly Stipend:
- Undergraduate: 4500 TL per month
- Master’s: 6500 TL per month
- PhD: 9000 TL per month
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Eligibility Criteria for Turkey Government Scholarship
To qualify for Turkey Government Scholarship, you must fulfill the following requirements:
- Required Language: English or Turkish
- Eligible Countries: All World Countries
- Minimum Academic Criteria:
- Minimum academic achievement for Bachelor’s degree applicants: 70%
- Minimum academic achievement for Master’s and Doctorate degree applicants: 75%
- Minimum academic achievement for Health Science (Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy) applicants: 90%
- Age Criteria:
- To be under the age of 21 for Undergraduate programs
- To be under the age of 30 for Master’s programs
- To be under the age of 35 for Doctorate programs
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- Eligible Groups:
- Citizens of all countries
- Graduates or applicants who are able to graduate at the end of the current academic year (before August 2026)
- Researchers and academicians
- Non-Eligible Groups:
- Turkish citizens and those who have lost Turkish citizenship
- Students already registered in Turkish universities at the level of study they are applying for
- Other Requirements
- You should have a TOEFL or IELTS (The Test of English as a Foreign Language) certification. The certification is an international benchmark which shows that you are good enough to take a course at a university, if you want to study in English.
- It is recommended that you should show an official academic record, showing all certificates, courses, and grades which you may have received in your academic career.
- You need to provide a letter stating your purpose in taking this scholarship program. If your Statement of Purpose requires improvements and the essential key points are missing in your SOP then, you may face rejection.
- Applicants should not have any health problems.
- Short-term scholarship programs may have additional application requirements, Please check the requirements during the application period.
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