Quick Summary
Public in Istanbul, Turkey — Bogazici University, est. 1863. Ranked #416 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18131 students including 3.8% from outside Turkey. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Physics & Astronomy, Economics & Econometrics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 1% (Top 0.01% of National Entrance Exam).
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is consistently ranked as Turkey's top research university with a rich history, a stunning campus overlooking the Bosphorus, and a global academic culture.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyPhysics & AstronomyEconomics & EconometricsEducationModern Languages
Founded1863
TypePublic
Total Students18131
Intl Students3.8%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusUrban/Residential
Campus Size413 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationABET (Engineering), YÖKAK
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#416
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Certificates
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited (via BÜYEM Continuing Education Center)
Online Programs
Kandilli Observatory, Life Sciences and Health Technologies Center, Center for Climate Change and Policy Studies
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
ABET (Engineering), YÖKAK
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate1% (Top 0.01% of National Entrance Exam)
IELTSNULL (IELTS is generally not accepted; internal BUEPT exam or TOEFL required)
TOEFL79 (iBT)
Min GPA3.0/4.0 (for transfer/graduate applications)
GRERequired for most Graduate Programs (Minimums vary by department)
GMATAccepted for Management and Finance Graduate Programs
SAT1450+ (Required for International Applicants)
ACT30+ (Required for International Applicants)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For local students, success in the YKS (Higher Education Institutions Exam) is essential. International students should focus on high SAT scores and strong letters of intent.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Turkish Lira
UG Tuition
₺100,000/yr
per year · TRY
Living Cost
₺240,000/yr
per year · TRY
PG Tuition
₺68,000/yr
per year · TRY
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₺343,400/yr
tuition + living + essentials · TRY
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidMerit-based scholarships, Need-based meal and housing grants
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Management | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with multinational firms and Turkish tech industry
Industry Connections
Koç HoldingSabancı HoldingEczacıbaşıGoogleMicrosoft Turkey
Notable Alumni
Nuri Bilge Ceylan, Ahmet Davutoğlu, Gülse Birsel, Tansu Çiller
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool, Fitness Centers, Tennis Courts, Athletics Track
Student Clubs
Over 40 clubs including Cinema Club, Mountaineering Club, Engineering Society
Library Resources
Bogazici University Library (One of the largest English-language collections in Turkey)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Global Exchange with over 200 partners
Summer Programs
Bogazici University Summer School (BUSS)