Quick Summary
Akdeniz University is a public founded in 1982, located in Antalya, Turkey. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 65400 students including 4.5% from outside Turkey. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Medicine, Tourism Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Akdeniz is world-renowned for its medical school (pioneering face and organ transplants) and offers a high quality of life on a Mediterranean campus.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryMedicineTourism ManagementLife Sciences
Founded1982
TypePublic
Total Students65400
Intl Students4.5%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusUrban/Coastal
Campus Size3.48 million m2
Affiliated HospitalsAkdeniz University Hospital
AccreditationYOK, MΓDEK, TEPDAD, VEDAD, EPDAD
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture, Law, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Communication, Fine Arts, Tourism, Architecture
Programs
108
PhD Programs
AKUZEM Distance Education Programs
Online Programs
38
Research Centers
High
Research Output
YOK, MΓDEK, TEPDAD, VEDAD, EPDAD
Accreditation
04
Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6
TOEFL78
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1100
ACT22
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· August
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should prepare for the Akdeniz YΓS (International Student Exam) or submit competitive SAT/ACT scores. High performance in biology and chemistry is critical for medical applicants.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Turkish Lira
UG Tuition
βΊ22,000/yr
per year Β· TRY
Living Cost
βΊ185,000/yr
per year Β· TRY
PG Tuition
βΊ13,500/yr
per year Β· TRY
Application Fee
$50
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
βΊ208,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· TRY
Scholarships AvailableTurkiye Burslari, Mevlana Exchange Scholarship, University Merit Waivers
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture, Law, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Communication, Fine Arts, Tourism, Architecture programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Tourism and Hotel Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Agricultural Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Antalya's tourism and agriculture sectors provide mandatory internship placements.
Industry Connections
Antalya Chamber of Commerce (ATSO)Turkish Agricultural Research InstitutesGlobal Hotel Chains
Notable Alumni
Burcu Γzberk, Omer Ozkan (Surgeon), various political and scientific leaders
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool, Stadium, Indoor Sports Hall, Tennis Courts, Climbing Wall
Student Clubs
115
Library Resources
Central Library with extensive electronic databases and 24/7 study halls
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana, Farabi
Summer Programs
Turkish Language and Culture Summer School