Türkiye Bursları Scholarships 2027
About this scholarship
Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships) is the Turkish government’s scholarship program for international students, covering full degrees at Turkish universities at undergraduate, master’s, and PhD level. It is one of the few major awards that combines a scholarship with guaranteed university placement.
The award covers tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation, a one-year Turkish language course, health insurance, and flight tickets. Tens of thousands of students from nearly every country apply each year.
The annual application window typically runs January to February, with evaluation, interviews, and results through the rest of the year. The next full cycle is expected to open in January 2027.
Eligibility
- Citizen of any country other than Türkiye
- Age limits: under 21 for undergraduate, under 30 for master's, under 35 for PhD
- Minimum academic achievement: 70 percent for undergraduate, 75 percent for graduate, 90 percent for health sciences
- Not currently enrolled in a Turkish university at the same level
Benefits & Coverage
- University placement plus scholarship in one application
- Full tuition
- Monthly stipend
- Free accommodation
- One-year Turkish language course
- Health insurance
- Arrival and departure flight tickets
Required Documents
- Online application on the Türkiye Bursları portal
- National exam results or diplomas and transcripts
- Passport or national ID
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
How to Apply
- Create an account on tbbs.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr when the window opens
- Complete the profile and choose up to 12 university and program preferences
- Submit before the deadline; shortlisted candidates are interviewed in their countries
- Results are announced and placements confirmed before the academic year
Frequently asked questions
Is Türkiye Bursları Scholarships 2027 fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Fully funded (tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, language course, insurance, flights). Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Türkiye Bursları Scholarships 2027 cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is February 20, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Citizen of any country other than Türkiye; Age limits: under 21 for undergraduate, under 30 for master's, under 35 for PhD; Minimum academic achievement: 70 percent for undergraduate, 75 percent for graduate, 90 percent for health sciences; Not currently enrolled in a Turkish un… 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.
