Quick Facts
| Tuition Range | Public USD 800–1,500/yr; private USD 15,000–22,000/yr |
|---|---|
| Living Cost | USD 575–1,000/mo (Istanbul) |
| Intakes | Sep (Feb at some universities) |
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
Overview
Türkiye offers low public-university tuition, a fully funded government scholarship (Türkiye Bursları) and lower fees than many European countries, making it an increasingly popular study destination for Bangladeshi students.
Tuition Fees
Public universities typically charge USD 800–1,500 a year for undergraduate programmes. Private universities charge USD 15,000–22,000 a year for undergraduate and USD 18,000–25,000 a year for postgraduate programmes. Confirm the exact fee on the university’s own page.
Living Cost
Budget roughly USD 575–1,000 a month in Istanbul (dormitory or shared flat USD 250–500, food USD 150–250, transport, health insurance and personal costs), and USD 300–500 a month in smaller cities.
Student Visa
Apply for a student visa at the Turkish Embassy/Consulate in Dhaka after receiving your acceptance letter, then apply for a residence permit after arrival (residence-permit card fee 964 TL from 1 January 2026). Students may work part-time with a work permit. Check the current visa fee and document list on the Turkish Embassy Dhaka page before applying.
Scholarships
Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships) is the government’s fully funded programme for Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD study: it covers 100% of tuition plus a monthly stipend of 6,500 TL (Bachelor’s), 9,500 TL (Master’s) or 13,000 TL (PhD) (2026 rates). Merit Scholarship awardees receive double the regular stipend. Application dates are announced annually on the official scholarship website.
Top Universities
Istanbul University, Marmara University, Istanbul Technical University, Hacettepe University, Ankara University, METU, Koç University and Sabancı University, grouped by distinct QS 2027 rankings.
