Abdullah Gül University (AGU) — Kayseri

Abdullah Gül University (AGU) is the second public university in Kayseri, founded in 2010 and supported by private foundations. The university is named after Abdullah Gül, the 11th President of the Republic of Turkey (2007–2014).

Distinguishing feature — full English-medium: AGU uses English as the official language of instruction across all programs — a deliberate decision that has made it especially attractive to international students who want a Turkish public-university experience without learning Turkish first.

Two-campus structure: The university operates two campuses in Kayseri, with modern facilities, research labs, and student services.

Ranking: Ranked 88th among Turkish public universities — a remarkable position for a young institution, reflecting strong academic standards and the English-medium model.

Notable programs:

• Faculty of Architecture
• Faculty of Engineering:
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical-Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Bioengineering
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics
• Faculty of Management — Business Administration

Admission: AGU accepts SAT and Tawjihi certificates for international applicants. Apply at sis.agu.edu.tr.

Tuition (international students): Approximately $1,000–3,000 per year for most undergraduate programs — slightly higher than typical public universities due to the foundation-supported English-medium model, but still very affordable internationally.

Scholarships: Eligible for Türkiye Bursları full government scholarship. AGU also offers internal merit scholarships for top international applicants.

Accommodation: KYK state dormitories and private student housing in Kayseri. Living costs are very affordable — typical monthly expenses $250–450.

Why Kayseri: A mid-sized central Anatolian city with strong industrial economy, conservative cultural atmosphere, and very affordable cost of living. Perfect for students who want focused academic environments with low distractions.

Recognition: YÖK-accredited and recognised across the Arab world. The English-medium credential is particularly useful for graduates seeking employment in international companies or further studies in English-speaking countries.