🇹🇷 Turkey World rank #801 Public Founded 1967

Hacettepe University

~50,000 students ~5% international Highly selective (entrance-exam based) acceptance rate
Tuition $1000–$4000
World Rank #801
Type Public
Founded 1967 (heritage to 1954)

About the University

Hacettepe University in Ankara is Turkey’s medical and health sciences leader, with the country’s premier university hospital and strong pharmacy, dentistry and engineering faculties. Founded in 1967, this public university is home to around 50,000 students.

Applications go through the university’s international student, and tuition sits around $1000–$4000 per year. Confirm the exact entry requirements and dates on the program page.

Why study here

Hacettepe University in Ankara is Turkey's medical and health sciences leader, with the country's premier university hospital and strong pharmacy, dentistry and engineering faculties. Students benefit from strong teaching, an international community and the experience of studying in Turkey. A degree here is recognized by graduate schools and employers worldwide.

Admission requirements

  • Completed secondary education for bachelor's, or a relevant bachelor's degree for master's
  • English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL) for English-taught programs, or Turkish (TOMER) for Turkish-taught programs; many public universities use YOS or SAT scores
  • Official academic transcripts and certificates
  • Valid passport; Turkiye Burslari scholarship applications run separately on turkiyeburslari.gov.tr
  • Proof of funds and a student visa or permit where applicable

How to apply

  • Check the specific program and entry requirements on the university website
  • Submit your application through the university's international student (YOS) application system
  • Upload transcripts, language test scores, and supporting documents
  • Pay any application fee and apply before the program deadline
  • If admitted, accept your offer and arrange your student visa (student visa, then residence permit after arrival)
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