Koç University Graduate Scholarship
About this scholarship
Koç University, ranked as Turkey’s number one private university, offers generous fully funded scholarships to international graduate students for Master’s and PhD programs. All programs are taught entirely in English, making it one of the most accessible universities in Turkey for international students. Located on a stunning campus overlooking the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Koç is known for its strong research output, small class sizes, and close student-faculty interaction. The university especially excels in engineering, business, social sciences, and law.
Eligibility
- Open to all nationalities
- Must hold a bachelor's degree (for Master's) or master's degree (for PhD) with strong academic results
- Must be proficient in English (TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5+ for most programs)
- GRE/GMAT scores are required for some programs (check department requirements)
- Must demonstrate research potential and motivation
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly stipend of TRY 9,000-12,000 (approximately USD 280-370)
- Free on-campus housing in modern dormitories
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Meal plan support
- Research and conference travel support
- Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
Required Documents
Completed online application form, Academic transcripts from all prior institutions, Degree certificates, Statement of purpose / research interest (2-3 pages), CV/Resume, Two or three academic recommendation letters, English proficiency certificate (TOEFL/IELTS), GRE/GMAT scores (if required by department), Writing sample or published papers (if applicable), Valid passport copy
How to Apply
- Apply online to an eligible Koç graduate programme (Master's with thesis or PhD) by the programme deadline
- Submit transcripts, a statement of purpose, references (2 for master's, 3 for PhD), TOEFL (IELTS is not accepted in Turkey), and GRE/GMAT where the programme requires it
- Admitted thesis-master's and PhD students automatically receive a 100% tuition-waiver scholarship plus stipend, with no separate scholarship application
