Sabanci University Turkey Scholarship
About this scholarship
Sabanci University, a leading private research university in Istanbul, offers scholarships to international students across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. The awards recognise academic merit and can substantially reduce or eliminate the cost of study, with graduate scholarships adding accommodation and a stipend, all in a modern campus environment with strong industry connections.
Support ranges from partial to full tuition waivers, with full scholarships covering the entire tuition for the programme, a monthly living stipend, free on-campus housing, and health insurance, for the regular duration of the programme. Scholars benefit from Sabanci’s research facilities and links to business in Istanbul.
Eligibility is for international applicants (or Turkish nationals who completed prior education abroad, under conditions) to a Sabanci programme, with a strong academic record and English proficiency (TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5), and GRE or GMAT recommended for graduate study. There is no separate scholarship form: you submit a complete admission application (transcripts, diplomas, test results, references, and a statement) online via the international admissions site, and all eligible applicants are automatically considered for scholarships during admission, with high achievers eligible for additional in-study awards after two semesters. For international students aiming at Turkey, Sabanci is a strong, well-supported option.
Eligibility
- A bachelor's degree for master's study, a master's for PhD (or strong school results for undergraduate).
- Strong academic record.
- GRE or GMAT scores recommended for graduate study.
- English proficiency (TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5).
- International applicant (or a Turkish national who completed prior education abroad, under conditions).
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fee waiver for the entire programme.
- Monthly living stipend (higher for PhD).
- Free on-campus housing.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Access to Sabanci's modern campus and research facilities.
- Strong industry connections in Istanbul.
Required Documents
- Online application.
- Academic transcripts.
- Degree certificates.
- GRE or GMAT scores.
- Statement of purpose.
- Two recommendations.
- English proficiency.
- Curriculum vitae.
How to Apply
- Confirm you are an international applicant (or a Turkish national educated abroad) with a strong academic record and English proficiency.
- Submit a complete admission application (transcripts, diplomas, test results, references, statement) online via the Sabanci University international admissions site by the deadline.
- There is no separate scholarship form: all eligible applicants are automatically considered during admission (confirm the current date).
Frequently asked questions
Is Sabanci University Turkey Scholarship fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition waiver; Monthly stipend plus free on-campus housing.. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Sabanci University Turkey Scholarship cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Bachelor's, Master's & PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is December 15, 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: A bachelor's degree for master's study, a master's for PhD (or strong school results for undergraduate); Strong academic record; GRE or GMAT scores recommended for graduate study; English proficiency (TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5); and more (see the full list above). 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.
