Looking to study in Turkey in 2025? Great news! Koç University has opened applications for its fully funded graduate scholarship programs. This exciting opportunity is ideal for ambitious international students seeking to pursue their master’s or doctoral degrees at one of Turkey’s top-ranked institutions. The Koç University Scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly stipends, housing assistance, private health coverage, and travel support—a comprehensive package to help scholars thrive academically and personally.
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Why Koç University?
Koç University is globally recognized for academic excellence and cutting-edge research across diverse disciplines. It consistently ranks among the top three Turkish universities according to the Times Higher Education rankings. With a strong interdisciplinary approach, the university fosters a collaborative environment between its faculties of Medicine, Engineering, Science, Social Sciences, and Administrative Sciences. This makes Koç University an ideal destination for future researchers, academics, and professionals aiming to contribute globally.
Programs Covered Under the Scholarship
Koç University offers over 70 innovative and interdisciplinary graduate programs. These span across four major graduate schools:
Graduate School of Business
- MBA
- Tech MBA
- Executive MBA
- MSc Finance
- CEMS Masters in Management (CEMS MIM)
- Koç University Masters in Management (KU MIM)
- Dual Master’s with University of South Carolina
- PhD in Business Administration
Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities
- MA and PhD in Archaeology and History of Art
- MA in Comparative Studies in History and Society
- MA, MD, and PhD in Design, Technology, and Society
- MA and PhD in Economics
- MA and PhD in International Relations and Political Science
- LLM in Private Law / Public Law and PhD in Law
- MA and PhD in Psychology
- MA in Social and Cultural Psychology (Global MINDS)
- PhD in Sociology
- PhD in History
Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Computational Sciences and Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Computer Science and Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Industrial Engineering and Operations Management
- MSc and PhD in Chemistry
- MSc and PhD in Materials Science and Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Mathematics
- MSc and PhD in Mechanical Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics
- MSc in Optoelectronic and Photonic Engineering
- MSc and PhD in Physics
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Graduate School of Health Sciences
- MSc in Medical Physiology
- MSc in Medical Microbiology
- MSc in Reproductive Biology
- PhD in Reproductive Medicine
- PhD in Neuroscience
- PhD in Cellular and Molecular Medicine
- MSc and PhD in Nursing (in Turkish)
Scholarship Benefits
For Master’s Students:
- Full tuition waiver (valued at 96,500 TL/year)
- Monthly stipend of 1,500 TL
- Housing support of 750 TL/month or free shared housing close to campus
- Private health insurance
- Annual travel grant to attend academic events
For PhD Students:
- Full tuition waiver (96,500 TL/year)
- Monthly stipend of 3,000 TL (raised to 3,500 TL after passing the PhD qualifier)
- Housing support or free campus accommodation
- Private health insurance
- Meal card and Fast Transit Pass for campus access
- Annual travel allowance for conferences and seminars
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Koç University Scholarship, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Proficiency in English (TOEFL iBT score of 80 or higher; IELTS is not accepted in Turkey)
- GRE or GMAT test scores (as per specific program requirements)
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a strong academic record
- Complete application with all necessary documents
- Applications are assessed solely on academic merit, not financial need
Required Documents
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- University diplomas and transcripts
- English language proficiency scores (TOEFL iBT only)
- GRE/GMAT scores
- Contact details of two referees for Master’s and three for PhD
- Any additional documents specified by the individual program
How to Apply
Applying for a scholarship at Koç University is straightforward. You only need to submit an online application to your program of interest. There is no separate application required for the scholarship. Here’s the step-by-step process:
- Visit the website of the graduate school relevant to your field of study.
- Review all program-specific requirements and deadlines.
- Fill out the online application form and upload all required documents.
- Ensure your application is complete; incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Await your admission and scholarship results, which will be communicated via email and the application portal.
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Conclusion
Koç University’s fully funded scholarships for 2025 offer more than just financial aid—they open doors to high-caliber education, international networking, and transformative career opportunities. With strong interdisciplinary research, modern facilities, and a welcoming academic community in the heart of Turkey, Koç University stands as a beacon for global talent.
If you’re ready to advance your education and career in a vibrant academic setting, don’t miss this opportunity. Apply now and take the next step toward a brighter future in Turkey.
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