Batman University — Batman

Batman University (Batman Üniversitesi) is a public university in the city of Batman, in southeastern Turkey. Founded on 28 May 2007, the university serves a region with a young population and growing demand for higher education.

Two campuses:

• City-centre campus — older, hosting some of the original faculties and administration
• Batı Raman campus — the main expanded campus on the outskirts

Campus culture: Batman University describes itself as providing strong social and cultural development opportunities alongside academic life, with a close-knit atmosphere between academics, staff, and students — typical of mid-sized regional Turkish universities.

Language of instruction: Predominantly Turkish. International students typically complete TÖMER Turkish preparation before joining the main program.

Notable faculties:

• Faculty of Arts and Sciences
• Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
• Faculty of Vocational Education
• Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences
• Faculty of Fine Arts
• Faculty of Technology
• Faculty of Islamic Sciences

Graduate institutes:

• Institute of Science and Technology
• Institute of Social Sciences
• Institute of Educational Sciences

Admission: Batman accepts SAT, YÖS, and high-school diplomas with adequate GPA. Apply at obs.batman.edu.tr.

Tuition (international students): Approximately $300–900 per year for most undergraduate programs — among the more affordable in Turkey.

Scholarships: Türkiye Bursları (full government scholarship) is the main pathway for fully funded international study.

Living in Batman: Batman is a mid-sized city in southeastern Turkey, traditionally known as an oil-extraction hub. Cost of living is very low — student rent typically $100–200/month — and the city has a conservative regional character. The Tigris river and Hasankeyf (a historic site, partially flooded by the Ilısu dam) lie nearby.

Recognition: Diplomas are accredited by Turkey's YÖK and recognised across the Arab world. Best suited to students prioritising very low cost and a southeastern Anatolian regional setting.

Verify current admission deadlines, program availability, and dormitory options directly with the university before applying.