Quick Summary
Since 1958, Anadolu University has been one of Turkey's prominent publics, based in Eskisehir. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 1950000 students including 3% from outside Turkey. Known for strengths in Education, Distance Learning, Business and Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is a global leader in distance education and offers one of the most vibrant and safe student campus experiences in Turkey.
Subject Strengths
EducationDistance LearningBusiness and EconomicsFine ArtsCommunication Sciences
Founded1958
TypePublic
Total Students1950000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio30
CampusUrban
Campus Size5000 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationYÖK,AACSB,ECBE,EDAF
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Faculty of Pharmacy,Faculty of Humanities,Faculty of Fine Arts,Faculty of Science,Faculty of Law,Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences,Faculty of Communication Sciences,Faculty of Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Research Institute for Disabilities,Earth and Space Sciences Institute,Transportation Research and Application Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
YÖK,AACSB,ECBE,EDAF
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6
TOEFL78
Min GPA2.5
GREOptional
GMATOptional
SAT1100
ACT22
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should focus on the Anadolu-YÖS exam or have high SAT scores for competitive on-campus faculties.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Turkish Lira
UG Tuition
₺41,000/yr
per year · TRY
Living Cost
₺188,000/yr
per year · TRY
PG Tuition
₺62,000/yr
per year · TRY
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₺230,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TRY
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Faculty of Pharmacy,Faculty of Humanities,Faculty of Fine Arts,Faculty of Science,Faculty of Law,Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences,Faculty of Communication Sciences,Faculty of Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Graphic Arts | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Public Relations and Advertising | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Relations | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with domestic industrial hubs and international distance education consortia.
Notable Alumni
Nuri Bilge Ceylan,Pelin Karahan,Levent Üzümcü,Yılmaz Büyükerşen
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool,Indoor Basketball Courts,Football Stadium,Fitness Center
Student Clubs
65
Library Resources
One of the largest academic libraries in Turkey with 24/7 access during exam periods.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Mevlana,Farabi
Summer Programs
Available