Türkiye Burslari Merit Scholarship Program
Merit-based scholarship for outstanding international students offering double the regular monthly stipend, awarded to applicants with excellent GPA and high international exam scores.
Quick info
Application status
Opens Jan 10 · closes 20 Feb 2027Opens the provider's official website
Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.
What you get
- Monthly stipend
- Tuition fee
- Turkish language course (1 year)
- Accommodation
- Health insurance
- Once-off flight ticket (at start and at graduation)
Requirements
Detailed requirements
- - Outstanding GPA required
- - High scores in international language and academic exams
- - Not a Turkish citizen
- - Must meet all regular Türkiye Scholarships eligibility criteria
Who can apply
Exceptionally high-achieving international students across all disciplines who meet the merit criteria.
Fields of study
Application window
General intake: January 10 – February 20 (annual)
Results announced: Early August
Start date: September
Research scholarships have additional quarterly cycles (Jan–Mar, Apr–Jun, Jul–Sep, Oct–Dec).
Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025–2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.
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