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The Türkiye Burslari Scholarship (also called Türkiye Scholarships) is a prestigious fully funded government scholarship offered by the Turkish government to international students from around the world who want to study in Turkey at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. It is designed to support talented students academically and financially while promoting cultural exchange and global cooperation. turkiyeburslari.gov.tr+1

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: Turkey
• Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, short-term and language programs
• Financial Coverage: Fully funded
• Application Period: Usually opens January 10 – February 20, 2026 (official dates confirmed on the Türkiye Burslari site) scholarshipsportal.org

The scholarship is open to students of all nationalities except Turkish citizens, and applicants should not be currently enrolled in the same level of study in a Turkish university. turkiyeburslari.gov.tr

Financial Benefits

The Türkiye Burslari Scholarship offers one of the most comprehensive funding packages available:

• 100% tuition fee waiver for the full duration of the degree
• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
  • Undergraduate students: approximately 800–1,000 TL per month
  • Master’s students: around 1,100–1,400 TL per month
  • PhD students: up to 1,600–1,800 TL per month alexandragrants.com+1
• Free accommodation in university dormitories or allowance
• Health insurance coverage throughout the study period
• Return airfare (one-time ticket) to and from Turkey
• One-year Turkish language course fully covered before the academic program begins turkiyeburslari.gov.tr+1

This financial support allows students to focus on their studies without needing personal funds for tuition or major living costs.

Eligible Fields and Flexibility

Türkiye Scholarships cover a wide range of academic fields, including engineering, medicine, social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, business, arts, and more, depending on the university and program chosen. turkiyeburslari.gov.tr

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants generally must meet the following requirements:

• Be a non-Turkish citizen
• Meet academic performance thresholds (for example, at least 70% GPA for undergraduate applicants and 75% for Master’s/PhD) turkiyeburslari.gov.tr+1
• Meet the age criteria: under 21 for undergraduate, under 30 for Master’s, and under 35 for PhD programs batum-bk.mfa.gov.tr
• Demonstrate strong motivation and a plan for future contribution to society

In addition to academic records, applicants may be evaluated on leadership skills, extracurricular activities, and the potential to contribute to their home countries after graduation.

Application Process

Prospective candidates apply through the official Türkiye Burslari portal when applications open (typically January–February each year). The application requires personal details, academic records, a motivation letter, and other standard documents. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for interviews before final selection.

Why Choose the Türkiye Burslari Scholarship?

Türkiye Burslari is one of the most generous scholarships globally because it covers all major expenses and includes a Turkish language program to help international students integrate academically and socially. Turkey’s unique position bridging Europe and Asia, combined with its culturally rich environment and growing higher-education system, makes it an attractive destination for international students. turkiyeburslari.gov.tr

This scholarship not only provides financial support but also connects students with a global network of alumni, enhances cross-cultural experience, and opens doors to future academic or professional opportunities.