by Council of Higher Education (CoHE / YΓK) of Turkey · Multiple Turkish Higher Education Institutions and International Partner Universities
🕐 Last updated: June 18, 2026
💛 Partial Funding🔴 Active (Note: Some institutions may pause calls due to budgetary shifts)🎓 Associate Degree, Bachelor, Master, PhD, and Academic Staff🌍 Turkey📌 Exchange Programme / Government-Funded
Varies by country; typically 1,000 to 3,000 TRY per month (Adjusted annually by CoHE)
Duration
1 to 2 Semesters (Students); 1 week to 3 months (Academic Staff)
Deadline
Usually February or March (Varies by host institution)
Level
Associate Degree, Bachelor, Master, PhD, and Academic Staff
Acceptance
Varies significantly by university and department
Difficulty
Moderate
Quick Summary
Council of Higher Education (CoHE / YK) of Turkey offers Mevlana Exchange Programme, a funding opportunity designed for international students heading to Turkey. The award covers Provides a monthly stipend for 1 to 2 semesters, waives tuition fees at the host institution, and facilitates international academic collaboration without geographical restrictions. and is open to associate degree, bachelor, master, phd, and academic staff students studying all fields of study (subject to bilateral protocols between universities). The scholarship runs for 1 to 2 semesters (students); 1 week to 3 months (academic staff). Eligibility is generally based on open to students worldwide. Undergraduates need a min 2.5/4.0 GPA; Graduates need a min 3.0/4.0 GPA. Language proficiency in the host university's instruction language is required. The application deadline is Usually February or March (Varies by host institution), with an acceptance rate of approximately Varies significantly by university and department. Applicants are encouraged to review the official eligibility criteria carefully before starting their application.
✨ Should I Apply for Mevlana Exchange Programme?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
50%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
7/10
Reward Score
20-35 hrs
Time Required
Moderate (Depends on the popularity of the host university)
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Varies by country; typically 1,000 to 3,000 TRY per month (Adjusted annually by CoHE)
⏳
Duration
1 to 2 Semesters (Students); 1 week to 3 months (Academic Staff)
📅
Deadline
Usually February or March (Varies by host institution)
🌎
Fields
All fields of study (Subject to bilateral protocols between universities)
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies based on annual budget and bilateral institutional quotas
🌏
Study Country
Turkey
🏛️
Provider
Council of Higher Education (CoHE / YΓK) of Turkey
📊
Acceptance
Varies significantly by university and department
The Mevlana Exchange Programme is a global initiative by Turkey to facilitate the exchange of students and academic staff between Turkish higher education institutions and institutions worldwide, regardless of geographical borders. It focuses on academic merit and provides financial support to enable cultural and educational integration.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to students worldwide. Undergraduates need a min 2.5/4.0 GPA; Graduates need a min 3.0/4.0 GPA. Language proficiency in the host university's instruction language is required.
🏛️ Host University
Multiple Turkish Higher Education Institutions and International Partner Universities
🤝 Sponsor
Council of Higher Education (YΓK) of the Republic of Turkey
🌎 Fields of Study
All fields of study (Subject to bilateral protocols between universities)
✨ Key Benefits
Provides a monthly stipend for 1 to 2 semesters, waives tuition fees at the host institution, and facilitates international academic collaboration without geographical restrictions.
🎯 Target Students
International and Turkish students/academics seeking exchange
Varies based on budget allocations by the Turkish Government
Winners
Varies significantly by university and department
Acceptance Rate
Moderate (Depends on the popularity of the host university)
Competition Level
Win Probability
50%
Match Score
75%
Competition
50%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes (Host university tuition fees are waived)
Living Stipend
Yes (A monthly allowance is provided during the exchange period)
Total Award
Varies by country; typically 1,000 to 3,000 TRY per month (Adjusted annually by CoHE)
✈️ Travel: No (Travel expenses are usually the responsibility of the student)🏠 Accommodation: No (Students must use their stipend or personal funds for housing)💊 Health Insurance: No (Students are responsible for their own health insurance coverage)🔄 Renewable: No (Participation is limited to once per academic level)💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (Host university tuition fees are waived)
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes (A monthly allowance is provided during the exchange period)
🏡 Accommodation
No (Students must use their stipend or personal funds for housing)
✈️ Travel Allowance
No (Travel expenses are usually the responsibility of the student)
💊 Health Insurance
No (Students are responsible for their own health insurance coverage)
🎁 Other Benefits
Academic staff receive additional daily allowances and transportation expenses
🔄 Renewable
No (Participation is limited to once per academic level)
📋 Renewal Conditions
Not applicable
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Must be enrolled in a higher education institution that has a Mevlana Protocol with a Turkish university
🎓 Academic Level
Associate Degree, Bachelor, Master, PhD, and Academic Staff
📊 Minimum GPA
2.50 for Undergraduate; 3.00 for Graduate (on a 4.00 scale)
🗣️ English Requirement
Varies (Host university specific language test or TOEFL/IELTS may be required)
🍢 Age Limit
None (Must be an active student or academic staff)
💼 Work Experience
Not required for students; mandatory for academic staff
🏆 Leadership
Not required
💰 Financial Need
Not a primary selection criterion
🎯 Target Students
International and Turkish students/academics seeking exchange
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
No (Standard application forms only)
Rec Letters
No (Selection is primarily based on academic merit scores)
Interview
No (Selection is algorithm-based using GPA and language scores)
Application Fee
Free
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
No (Selection is primarily based on academic merit scores) Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Varies (Host university specific language test or TOEFL/IELTS may be required)
Interview: No (Selection is algorithm-based using GPA and language scores)
Min GPA: 2.50 for Undergraduate; 3.00 for Graduate (on a 4.00 scale)
📋 Application Process
Ensure your home university has an active Mevlana Protocol with the Turkish target university. Focus on achieving a high GPA as it constitutes 50% of your selection score.
💡 Insider Tip: Check the specific department-to-department agreements as the general protocol might not include every field of study at a specific university.
🗾️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
Usually January or February
⏰ Deadline
Usually February or March (Varies by host institution)
🎤 Interview
No (Selection is algorithm-based using GPA and language scores)
🎓 Study Starts
September (Fall Semester) or February (Spring Semester)
Usually January or February
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
Usually February or March (Varies by host institution)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application - no late entries
No (Selection is algorithm-based using GPA and language scores)
Shortlisting and Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September (Fall Semester) or February (Spring Semester)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
50% Grade Point Average (GPA) + 50% Language Proficiency Score
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This scholarship covers: Provides a monthly stipend for 1 to 2 semesters, waives tuition fees at the host institution, and facilitates international academic collaboration without geographical restrictions.. Coverage may vary β check the official website for exact details.
The deadline is Usually February or March (Varies by host institution). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
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