100+ Koç University Turkish Scholarships 2026 Program

International students looking for fully funded study options in Türkiye now have a major opportunity on the table. The 100+ Koç University Turkish Scholarships 2026 program has officially opened for global applicants seeking undergraduate, master’s with thesis, PhD, and research-level admissions with full financial support. Funded under the prestigious Türkiye Scholarships initiative, this program is designed to attract high-achieving students and researchers from all countries to study at one of Türkiye’s leading private universities.

Since 2019, Koç University has partnered with the Turkish Government’s Türkiye Scholarships program to offer generous joint scholarships that cover full tuition and living support. The 2026 cycle offers more than 100 scholarship opportunities across multiple study levels, making it one of the most competitive and attractive fully funded scholarship routes to study in Türkiye for the 2026 academic year.

Koç University Scholarship Offerings

This joint scholarship program ensures selected candidates receive comprehensive financial and academic support throughout their study period at Koç University.

1. 100% tuition fee coverage for the full duration of the program
2. Monthly stipend provided according to Türkiye Scholarships support levels
3. Free dormitory accommodation or housing support
4. Round-trip international flight tickets
5. Turkish language course tuition during studies
6. Visa application support
7. Cultural, academic, and social integration activities
8. Access to world-class research and academic facilities

Total number of awards available:

• 5 Undergraduate scholarships
• 10 Master’s with thesis scholarships
• 20 PhD scholarships
• 5–10 research scholarships for PhD-level researchers and academicians
• Overall total: 40+ core scholarships with additional Türkiye Scholarships support allocations contributing to over 100 funded placements across programs

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants from around the world who demonstrate strong academic performance and meet program-specific criteria are encouraged to apply.

• Open to applicants of all nationalities
• Must apply for eligible undergraduate, master’s with thesis, PhD, or research programs at Koç University
• Undergraduate applicants must submit valid SAT and TOEFL scores above program minimums
• Master’s and PhD applicants must submit valid GRE and TOEFL scores
• Must meet Türkiye Scholarships general eligibility requirements
• Must secure admission to Koç University and be approved by Türkiye Scholarships evaluation committee
• Research scholarship applicants must be PhD holders or PhD candidates at dissertation stage affiliated with a foreign university
• Only fall semester admitted students are eligible for funded graduate scholarships
• Applicants must submit complete applications before the annual February deadline

Apply: https://international.ku.edu.tr/scholarships/turkish-scholarships-program-at-koc-university/

Last Date to Apply

The last date to apply for the 100+ Koç University Turkish Scholarships 2026 program is expected to fall in February 20, 2026, in line with the annual Türkiye Scholarships application deadline.