Education in Turkey: Opportunities for Azerbaijani Students

Education in Turkey has been a popular choice for Azerbaijani students due to the strong fraternal bond between the two countries, high-quality education, affordable tuition fees, geographical proximity, and cultural similarities.

How to Enter a University in Turkey

Following the abolition of the YÖS (Foreign Student Exam), many Turkish universities now accept the SAT system for admissions. To apply to leading universities in Turkey, students need to score at least 600 points on the SAT1, with each of the three sections—writing, critical reading, and mathematics—being equally important. The SAT's maximum score is 1600, and the result remains valid for 5 years, though universities generally prefer scores from the past 2 years.

Tuition Fees in Turkey

In Turkish:

  • Bachelor's Degree: Starting from 300 USD per year

  • Master's Degree: Starting from 300 USD per year

In English:

  • Bachelor's Degree: Starting from 1400 USD per year

  • Master's Degree: Starting from 600 USD per year

  • MBA: Starting from 4000 USD per year

University Rankings in Turkey

  • Several Turkish universities are ranked among the Top-100 in the BRICS & Emerging Economies University Rankings.

  • 11 Turkish universities are featured in the QS World Rankings, with five of them placed within the Top 500.

Scholarships for International Students

Many Turkish universities offer their own scholarships such as Mevlana and Farabi programs, which help support international students.

Education System in Turkey

Turkey follows the Bologna system, which is widely recognized across Europe. The typical structure is as follows:

  • Bachelor's Programs: 4 years

  • Master's Programs: 2 years

  • Doctoral Programs: 2 to 4 years

Popular Fields of Study for Azerbaijani Students

The most sought-after programs for Azerbaijani students in Turkey include:

  • Business, Management, Banking, and Finance

  • Engineering

  • Information Technology (IT)

  • International Relations and International Trade

  • Tourism and Hotel Management

  • Medicine

Quality of Turkish Education

Many Turkish universities are increasingly being compared to top US institutions in terms of their technical facilities. The Turkish government has been making significant efforts to enhance higher education and attract international students. Students in Turkey have access to state-of-the-art classrooms, computer labs, and high-quality research laboratories.

Deadlines for Submitting Documents

Each university has its own deadlines for submitting documents. It is important to keep track of these dates and check the official websites of the institutions you're applying to for specific requirements.

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