Education In Turkey

University education in Türkiye has a high level of quality and diversity

• There are 209 universities and academies in Turkey, including 129 public universities and 76 private universities.

• Some of the leading universities in Türkiye include:

• Koc University: It is located in Istanbul and is considered among the top 400 universities in the world.

• Technical University of the Middle East: located in Ankara and considered among the top 400 universities in the world2.

• Sabancı University: located in Istanbul and is considered among the top 400 universities in the world2.

• Istanbul Technical University: Founded in 1773, it is considered the third oldest technical university in the world2.

• Türkiye welcomes more than 250,000 international students every year at 207 universities2. Many universities teach most courses in English, but students have the opportunity to learn Turkish as well, which is among the most widely spoken languages in the world.

• For More Information About Universities in Turkey Visit:

  Best universities in Turkey 2024 | Student (timeshighereducation.com)

Student Visa Process

Determine whether you need a visa: Except for students from the Republic of Northern Cyprus,

All other world citizens need to obtain a visa to travel to Turkey for study purposes.

Steps

• Applying for a visa: You can apply for a student visa at the Turkish embassy, consulate or third-party visa application center located in your country of residence. The earliest you can apply is the average time to obtain a visa is 45-90 days

• Select the appropriate student visa:

• When applying for a student visa, the online form will give you the opportunity to choose one of the following, accordingly:

  -Training visa, ERASMUS internship,

  - AIESEC internal training,

  - For the purpose of studying the Turkish language

  - For the purpose of university studies

  - For the purpose of studying in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

• Preparing the required documents: The documents required to apply for a Turkey student visa are as follows:

• Completed Turkish student visa application form.

• Your passport is valid 6 Months at Least.

• Biometric photos compatible with Türkiye visa photo requirements.

• Proof of booked flight tickets.

• Travel insurance for the duration of your stay in Türkiye.

• Health insurance (depending on the duration of the visa).

• Acceptance letter (Make sure the letter includes details of your length of stay.)

• A bank statement of sufficient amount to indicate your financial capabilities

• For students who are under 18 years old, they need to bring a letter of no objection from the guardian, certified by a lawyer.

  For Visa Applying Visit: T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı Konsolosluk İşlemleri

Student Residence Permit

• Applying for a residence permit: After you arrive in Turkey and complete your university registration, you must apply for a residence permit. You can fill out the application form at the Regional Directorate for Migration Management or hand in the papers from the International Students Office at your university.

• Please note that this information is subject to change and it is always important to check with the nearest Turkish embassy or consulate for the latest information.

Living in Turkey

• Living in Türkiye can be an exciting and enjoyable experience. Turkey is a country with a rich culture and long history, offering a wonderful blend of Eastern and Western cultures. People in Türkiye are very friendly and their hospitality is known. Life in Türkiye is more relaxed and less stressful than in major Western countries.

• If you’re looking at Turkey as a potential retirement destination, as somewhere to relocate with your family, or as a sunny retreat, wouldn’t it be ideal if you could try before you buy into the dream? 

  In this guide, we’ll explore what it’s like to live in Turkey as an expat, where expats live in Turkey, and what you need to do to move and settle down as easily as possible.

  
  

Cost of Living in Turkey

When many People all around the world consider traveling to Europe for tourism, work, study, or even residence. Turkey often tops the list of options for several reasons, alongside its relatively low standards of living compared to European countries and many Gulf countries.

• About 7 million Arabs currently live in Turkey, other millions from Asian countries, and the cost of living in Turkey is what most occupies those who intend to travel there. In the following lines, we provide an overview of the cost of living there, to help you make your decision to travel and prepare for that.

• Several criteria must be taken into consideration, including the number of family members intending to live in Turkey and the social level they live at, as well as the social and scientific orientation of the family.

  The average cost of living in Turkey

• We can say that the average living for students in Turkey ranges between

• $250 and $500 depending on the student's standard of living

• As for the family, a family of 5 needs an average of $1,000 per month.

  Average rental prices in Turkey

• The average monthly rent for a two-room apartment in one of the coastal cities with a view of the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea in Turkey ranges between 300$ - 500$ for 1 personal bedroom.

• The matter is relatively different in Istanbul, which is the center of trade and economy, and the first destination for Arab and foreign tourists in Turkey, as the standard of living is relatively high compared to other cities, we review some of its aspects here.

• The monthly rent in housing outside the housing complexes in Turkey "unfurnished" starts from $200, and varies according to the location and the number of rooms and starts from $300 if the housing is furnished.

• Monthly rent in housing in "untouched" apartment complexes starts from $250 and varies according to the location and number of rooms and starts from $350 in case the housing is furnished, this is in addition to a monthly amount paid for services provided by the complex ranging between $50 and $100 per month.

• Government student housing expenses are very low because they are subsidized by the government, but competition for it is also high.

• As for the monthly rent for private student housing, it starts from $ 300 per month, but it also varies according to the location and the number of individuals in the room.

• And there is tourist housing, which is housing units that are rented on a daily or weekly basis, to stay for a short period with the aim of tourism and the average monthly rent is 1000 dollars.

• As for hotel accommodation, it differs according to the service provided, but the minimum stay in a hotel in Turkey is $30 per day.

• The average cost of food in Turkey

• The cost of breakfast in restaurants ranges between one and two dollars

• The average cost of a lunch in restaurants is $ 5

• Food prices in Turkey are generally cheap, and of course, it increases if you decide to head to a restaurant for a meal.

• Turkish products canned, wrapped, and chilled are characterized by great quality and reasonable prices. Arabic products such as Arabic bread and other products that suit Arabic cuisine like the different types of rice and spices are available in commercial stores that display Arabic products.

• The catering and hypermarket markets are spread in big cities, and cover various parts of the country through their chain of branches.

• Such markets are characterized by cheap prices and a large abundance of exhibits, which are present in every neighborhood and are closer to mini markets such as A101, BIM, and ŞOK, which offers wholesale service, including Bizim and Metro, and there are chains of international stores such as Carrefour.

  The average cost of monthly bills in Turkey

• Electricity: $14

• Water: $20

• Gas: $5

• Internet: $12

• Phone bill: $5

  The average cost of public and private schools in Turkey

• Governmental schools: The student does not bear any fees to attend public schools, it is completely free for both foreigners and Turks

• International private schools in the American system: The cost of enrollment ranges between 4 thousand and 10 thousand dollars

• Schools for the Arabic system: The cost of joining them ranges between two thousand and four thousand dollars

  The average cost of public and private universities in Turkey

• The cost of public universities

• ranges between 300 dollars to 1500 dollars for engineering colleges and administrative specialties, while for medical colleges, it ranges between 500 dollars to 7 thousand dollars annually

  The cost of private universities

• The cost of engineering colleges and administrative specialties ranges between $2,000 to $12,000.

• As for medical colleges, they range from $10,000 to $34,000.

  
  

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Tourism in Turkey

• For tourism, Türkiye is one of the most visited countries in the world. Tourism in Turkey focuses largely on a variety of historical sites, and on coastal resorts along its coasts in the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean4. Some of the popular tourist destinations in Türkiye include Antalya, Mugla and Istanbul.

• Istanbul is one of the most important tourist spots not only in Turkey but also in the world. There are thousands of hotels and other tourist-oriented industries in the city. Turkey's largest city, Istanbul has a number of major attractions derived from its historical status as the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. These include the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (the "Blue Mosque"), the Hagia Sophia, the Topkapı Palace, the Basilica Cistern, the Dolmabahçe Palace, the Galata Tower, the Grand Bazaar, the Spice Bazaar, and the Pera Palace Hotel. Istanbul has also recently become one of the biggest shopping centers of the European region by hosting malls and shopping centers, such as MetroCity, Akmerkez and Cevahir Mall, which is the biggest mall in Europe and seventh largest shopping center in the world. Other attractions include sporting events, museums, and cultural events.

• There are many places deserve to visit go to: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tourism_in_Turkey