Quick Summary
Istanbul Technical University is a public founded in 1773, located in Istanbul, Turkey. Ranked #326 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 36500 students including 6.5% from outside Turkey. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Mineral & Mining Engineering, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 10%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the world's oldest technical universities with 250+ years of history, holding the most ABET-accredited programs in Turkey.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMineral & Mining EngineeringArchitectureCivil & Structural EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical & Electronic Engineering
Founded1773
TypePublic
Total Students36500
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio18.5
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size247 acres
Affiliated HospitalsITU Faculty of Medicine Affiliated State Hospitals
AccreditationABET,NAAB,EUA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#326
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctorate
Programs
Computational Science and Engineering,Earth Sciences,Energy Science and Technology,Structural Engineering,Informatics
PhD Programs
Information Technology (Limited Distance Learning)
Online Programs
ITU ARI Teknokent,National Center for High Performance Computing (UHeM),Polar Research Center (PolReC),Aerospace Research Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
ABET,NAAB,EUA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate10%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRERequired for most graduate programs
GMATAccepted for Management programs
SAT1200
ACT26
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should focus on high SAT scores and a strong background in mathematics and physics. For graduate programs, GRE Quantitative scores are heavily weighted.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Turkish Lira
UG Tuition
₺51,000/yr
per year · TRY
Living Cost
₺185,000/yr
per year · TRY
PG Tuition
₺34,000/yr
per year · TRY
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₺237,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TRY
Scholarships AvailableTürkiye Bursları,ITU Foundation Scholarships,Success Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidAvailable for citizens and select international merit-based programs
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctorate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Aerospace Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong; facilitated by ARI Teknokent and industry partnerships
Industry Connections
ASELSANTurkish AirlinesFord OtosanSiemensMercedes-Benz
Notable Alumni
Turgut Özal,Süleyman Demirel,Necmettin Erbakan,Bedrettin Dalan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool,Indoor Sports Halls,Football Stadium,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Over 200 clubs including Robotics, Sailing, and Rover Club
Library Resources
Mustafa Inan Library (24/7 access, extensive digital repository)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Mevlana Exchange Program,International Exchange Program (Global)
Summer Programs
Summer School offered for core engineering and science courses