Istanbul Okan University — Istanbul

Istanbul Okan University is considered one of the most developed universities in Turkey. Founded in 1999 by the Okan Foundation for Culture, Education, and Sports, the university aims to support students in becoming distinguished graduates across various specialisations and to prepare future scientists capable of demonstrating their skills and expertise theoretically and practically.

Comprehensive academic offering:

• 10 faculties covering diverse specialisations in English or Turkish
• ~63 undergraduate programs
• ~41 master's programs
• ~13 doctoral programs
• Vocational schools and graduate institutes

Global student exchange — a defining strength: Okan offers students exchange opportunities across 400 different institutions worldwide. The university is among the top Turkish universities with membership in the international student exchange network — a significant advantage for students seeking international experience as part of their studies.

Major faculties:

• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Dentistry
• Faculty of Pharmacy
• Faculty of Engineering — Computer, Electrical-Electronic, Industrial, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical
• Faculty of Architecture and Design
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences
• Faculty of Applied Sciences (Aviation, Logistics, Tourism)
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Languages of instruction: Both Turkish and English options across most programs, giving students flexibility.

Admission: No YÖS required. Standard requirements: high school diploma with reasonable GPA, English-language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) for English-medium programs.

Tuition (annual, international students):

• Medicine (English): approximately $18,000–24,000
• Dentistry: approximately $15,000–19,000
• Pharmacy, Engineering: approximately $6,000–10,000
• Other undergraduate programs: approximately $4,000–7,000

Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships from 25% to 75% available based on academic record and entrance results.

Campus: Main campus in Tuzla on Istanbul's Asian side, with additional locations across the city.

Recognition: YÖK-accredited and recognised across the Arab world. The strong international exchange network adds value for students planning international careers.