Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships): requirements, benefits and deadline

Türkiye Bursları is the Turkish Government’s scholarship programme for international students, covering study at Turkish universities from bachelor’s to PhD.

Country
Türkiye
Level
Bachelor’s, master’s and PhD
Funding
Fully funded
Next deadline
10 January – 20 February every year

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What it covers

  • A monthly stipend: 6,500 TL (bachelor’s), 9,500 TL (master’s) or 13,000 TL (PhD), as published by the programme
  • Full tuition fees for the whole programme
  • University dormitory accommodation (graduate students: first year, then a housing allowance)
  • Health insurance
  • A round-trip flight ticket
  • A one-year Turkish language course

Who can apply

  • Bachelor’s applicants: under 21, with at least 70% academic achievement
  • Master’s applicants: under 30, with at least 75%
  • PhD applicants: under 35, with at least 75%

Key dates

Application window
10 January to 20 February every year, in the online system (TBBS)

How to apply

  1. Create an account in the Türkiye Scholarships Application System during the application window.
  2. Fill in the form, choose your universities and programmes, and upload your documents.
  3. Attend an interview if you are shortlisted.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships) cover?

A monthly stipend: 6,500 TL (bachelor’s), 9,500 TL (master’s) or 13,000 TL (PhD), as published by the programme. Full tuition fees for the whole programme. University dormitory accommodation (graduate students: first year, then a housing allowance). Health insurance. A round-trip flight ticket. A one-year Turkish language course.

Who can apply for the Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships)?

Bachelor’s applicants: under 21, with at least 70% academic achievement. Master’s applicants: under 30, with at least 75%. PhD applicants: under 35, with at least 75%.

When is the Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships) deadline?

10 January – 20 February every year. Application window: 10 January to 20 February every year, in the online system (TBBS).

How do I apply for the Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships)?

Create an account in the Türkiye Scholarships Application System during the application window. Fill in the form, choose your universities and programmes, and upload your documents. Attend an interview if you are shortlisted.

Sources: Türkiye Scholarships: Benefits, process and deadlines · Türkiye Scholarships: Criteria and programmes (checked 26 September 2026)

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