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Applications are now open for the Bilkent University Scholarships 2025 for international students
The Bilkent University International Scholarships provide comprehensive funding to help graduate students focus on their academic and research pursuits.
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This scholarship offers a unique opportunity to study at one of Turkey’s leading universities while receiving substantial financial support.
Benefits
- Tuition Waiver: Full waiver of 620,000 TL/year for the 2024–2025 academic year.
- Partial exemptions may be provided based on the student’s academic success.
- Monthly Stipend (including housing support): 32,000 TL/month.
- Additional Financial Support:
- Private Health Insurance.
- A laptop computer.
- Meal card.
- Travel support: Funding for one trip per year to attend scientific events or conferences.
- Access to additional scholarships based on yearly evaluation.
- Opportunities to present thesis research at respected peer-reviewed conferences with travel support from UNAM.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Bilkent University International Scholarships, applicants must:
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- Have a minimum CGPA of 2.80/4.00 for BSc graduates or MSc students.
- For Turkish citizens residing in Turkey: A minimum ALES score of 55 (quantitative).
- For all other applicants: A minimum GRE General Test score of 153 (quantitative).
- If your score falls slightly below this threshold but you have a strong academic background, you are still encouraged to apply.
- Minimum scores:
- TOEFL iBT: 87
- IELTS: 6.5 (average) and 5.5 (minimum per section).
- Bilkent COPE: At least a grade C.
- Minimum scores:
- If your score falls slightly below this threshold but you have a strong academic background, you are still encouraged to apply.
- Have a minimum CGPA of 2.80/4.00 for BSc graduates or MSc students.
Nationality
- Open to applicants of all nationalities.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
- Standardized Test Scores:
- ALES (for Turkish residents) or GRE (for international applicants).
- GMAT scores are required for Business Administration graduate programs.
- Proof of English Proficiency:
- Submit scores for TOEFL iBT, IELTS, or Bilkent COPE as applicable.
- Official Transcripts:
- Academic transcripts showing all completed coursework and grades.
- Letters of Recommendation:
- Recommendations from instructors or individuals qualified to assess your academic abilities.
Guidelines for Application
- Visit the Bilkent University Graduate School website.
- Select your preferred graduate program and complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents, including test scores, transcripts, and recommendation letters.
- Submit your application before the program-specific deadlines.
Application Deadline: June 6, 2025.
