📖 Introduction

Istanbul Technical University (ITU) is a public research university located in the vibrant city of Istanbul, Turkey. Established in 1773, ITU has a long history and has played a pivotal role in the reconstruction and modernization of the country. As one of the best universities in terms of industry income globally, ITU has extensive collaboration with the industry and offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering and architecture.

ITU is a large and diverse family with about 30,000 students from 108 different countries. The university prides itself on being contemporary for centuries and providing education at the utmost level. Located in the heart of Istanbul, ITU offers a green and sustainable campus with state-of-the-art facilities and recreational opportunities. With a strong influence in the region and a commitment to research excellence, ITU aims to be the leading university in engineering and architecture in the Republic of Turkey.

🏫 About Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul

Istanbul Technical University (ITU) is a research-intensive university with a long history dating back to 1773 as "The Royal School of Naval Engineering". ITU is known for its collaboration with industry and its role in the modernization and administration of Turkey. With 13 faculties and 6 institutes spread over 5 campuses, ITU offers 99 undergraduate and 192 graduate programs, making it one of the leading universities in engineering and architecture in Turkey and the region. ITU's campus is green, sustainable, and self-sufficient, and it hosts about 30,000 students from 108 different countries. ITU's motto, "contemporary for centuries," reflects its commitment to being at the forefront of reform movements and to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for the future. Its graduates include presidents, prime ministers, and many ministers. ITU's location in the heart of Istanbul, a city of history and culture, provides a unique learning environment for its students. International staff and students can learn more about opportunities at ITU on its website.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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