Study in Turkey
World-class degrees at a fraction of European cost
Tuition
$1,000 – $8,000 / year
Living Cost
$250 – $450 / month
Visa Success
97%
Processing
3 – 6 weeks
Why study in Turkey?
Turkey has become one of the fastest-growing study destinations for Pakistani students, offering YÖK-recognised degrees, government scholarship programs, and a low cost of living without compromising on education quality or campus life.
Türkiye Bursları government scholarship covers full tuition, housing & flights
Among the lowest tuition and living costs of any major destination
Direct flights from Lahore & Islamabad, easy 90-day visa-free stays for return visits
Muslim-majority country with familiar culture and halal food everywhere
Quick Facts
- Currency
- Turkish Lira (TRY)
- Intakes
- September (Fall), February (Spring)
- Work Rights
- International students may work part-time up to 24 hours/week after their first year.
- Popular Courses
- Mechanical & Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Medicine
Top universities in Turkey
Popular Courses
- Mechanical & Civil Engineering
- Business Administration
- Medicine
- Computer Engineering
- International Relations
Tuition & Living Costs
- Tuition
- $1,000 – $8,000 / year
- Living Cost
- $250 – $450 / month
Career Opportunities
- Engineering & manufacturing
- Tourism & hospitality
- IT & software
- Trade & logistics
Scholarships in Turkey
Türkiye Bursları
GovernmentFull tuition, monthly stipend, housing, Turkish language course, and round-trip flights
Deadline: Mid-February annually
Requirements & process
Admission Requirements
- Minimum 60% marks in FSc/A-Levels or equivalent for undergraduate
- SAT or university entrance exam for select programs
- IELTS 6.0+ or Duolingo 100+ for English-taught programs
- Statement of purpose and academic transcripts
Visa Requirements
- Letter of acceptance from a recognised Turkish university
- Valid passport with 6+ months validity
- Proof of financial means (bank statement or scholarship letter)
- Health/travel insurance for the visa duration
Documents Required
- Passport
- Academic transcripts & degrees (attested)
- Letter of acceptance
- Bank statement
- Passport photos
- Health insurance
Typical processing: 3 – 6 weeks
Student life in Turkey
Istanbul and Ankara host large, active Pakistani student communities, with dedicated cultural societies, Friday prayer groups, and affordable shared housing near major campuses.
“I didn't think a full scholarship was realistic for me. My counsellor at Atlas pushed me to apply for Türkiye Bursları anyway — six months later I had a fully funded seat.”
Ayesha Malik
🇹🇷 Istanbul Technical University
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