Bilkent University Full Scholarship (Turkey)
About this scholarship
Bilkent University, in Ankara, is widely regarded as one of Turkey’s leading private universities, known for its strong English-medium education and research. Bilkent offers full scholarships to attract outstanding international students to its undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programmes, combining a tuition waiver with living and campus support.
The full scholarship covers tuition for the entire programme, a monthly living stipend that varies by level, subsidised on-campus accommodation, and health insurance, along with access to Bilkent’s libraries, research facilities, and sports centres. Awards are merit-based, decided on academic performance and entrance results.
The scholarship is open to international students with outstanding academic records, who hold the appropriate prior qualification for their level (a high school diploma for undergraduate study, a bachelor’s for master’s, and a master’s for PhD) and meet the English requirements. Applying is straightforward: you apply online for admission to a Bilkent programme, and admitted students are automatically considered for scholarships, with no separate scholarship application. For high-achieving students seeking a funded, English-language education in Turkey, Bilkent is a strong choice.
Eligibility
- International students with outstanding academic records.
- A high school diploma for undergraduate, a bachelor's for master's, or a master's for PhD.
- English proficiency.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition waiver for the entire programme duration.
- Monthly living stipend (varies by programme level).
- On-campus accommodation at subsidised rates.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Access to Bilkent's research facilities, libraries, and sports centres.
- Strong English-medium education at a leading Turkish private university.
- Merit-based, awarded on academic performance and entrance results.
Required Documents
- Application form.
- Academic transcripts.
- Degree certificates.
- English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS).
- Recommendation letters.
- Statement of purpose.
How to Apply
- Apply online for admission to a Bilkent undergraduate or graduate programme.
- There is no separate scholarship application.
- Admitted students are automatically considered for scholarships; apply by the deadline (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Bilkent University Full Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition waiver plus monthly stipend; Subsidised accommodation, meals, and health insurance.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Bilkent University Full Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Bachelor's, Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is December 31, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: International students with outstanding academic records; A high school diploma for undergraduate, a bachelor's for master's, or a master's for PhD; English proficiency. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
