Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam Üniversitesi

Low tuition fees and affordable living costs: The university is an attractive budget-friendly option for international students. Tuition fees across various programs are very reasonable, and Kahramanmaraş boasts a lower cost of living compared to major cities like Istanbul and Ankara. This combination of quality education at an affordable price helps students and their families plan their finances with greater confidence.

A distinctive social and cultural environment: The city and university boast a conservative yet welcoming social environment that makes Arab students feel comfortable and at home. Mosques are plentiful, and restaurants offering halal food are readily available. The university is committed to Islamic values, which is reflected in its overall atmosphere and student activities, creating a supportive environment for students seeking harmony between their education and their values.

Strong academic standing in key disciplines: The university ranks highly in research rankings, particularly in fields of interest to international students such as medicine, engineering, and agriculture. For example, faculties like medicine, agriculture, and science boast nationally and regionally recognized research output, providing students with an opportunity to learn in a rich academic environment.

Faculty of Medicine:

It includes: Human Medicine (6 years, language of instruction: Turkish).

Faculty of Dentistry:

It includes: Dentistry (5 years, language of instruction: Turkish).

Faculty of Engineering and Architecture:

These include: Computer Engineering (Turkish), Civil Engineering (Turkish), Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Turkish), Mechanical Engineering (Turkish), Food Engineering (Turkish), Architecture (Turkish), Environmental Engineering (Turkish), Textile Engineering (Turkish), and Scientific and Engineering Materials Engineering (Turkish).

Faculty of Health Sciences:

These include: Nursing (Turkish), Infection Hospital Nursing (Turkish), Midwifery (Turkish), Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Nutrition and Dietetics, Health Institution Management (Turkish), Health Management (Turkish).

Faculty of Science:

These include: Biology (Turkish), Mathematics (Turkish), Chemistry (Turkish), Physics (Turkish), Biotechnology and Science (Turkish), Molecular Biology and Genetics (Turkish).

Faculty of Agriculture:

These include: Bio-Agricultural Engineering (Turkish), Bio-Agricultural Engineering (English), Field Crop Science (Turkish), Horticultural Science (Turkish), Plant Protection (Turkish), Agricultural Economics (Turkish), Agricultural Biotechnology (English), Animal Science (English), Soil Science and Plant Nutrition.

Faculty of Forestry:

These include: Forestry Engineering (Turkish and English), Forest Industry Engineering (Turkish and English), Landscape Engineering (Turkish).

Faculty of Sharia:

These include: Islamic Religious Sciences (Turkish), Philosophy and Religious Sciences (Turkish).

Faculty of Arts:

These include: Turkish Language and Literature (Turkish), History (Turkish), Geography (Turkish), Archaeology, Philosophy (Turkish), and American Literature and Culture (Turkish).

Faculty of Economic and Administrative Sciences:

These include: Economics (Turkish), Business Administration, Public Administration (Turkish), International Relations (Turkish), International Trade and Logistics (Turkish).

Faculty of Education:

These include: Science education (Turkish), Primary school mathematics education (Turkish), Social studies education (Turkish), Turkish language education (Turkish), Psychological counseling and guidance, English language teaching, and French language teaching (Turkish).

Faculty of Fine Arts:

These include: visual communication design, textile and fashion design, playing music, and drawing.

Institutes:

These include: the Institute of Science and Technology, the Institute of Health Sciences, and the Institute of Social Sciences.

Vocational schools:

It offers a wide range of two-year (diploma) programs in fields such as first aid and emergency, anesthesia, optics, medical laboratory technology, child development, programming, foreign trade, tourism, occupational safety, and others.

Important note: The international admission requirements for 2026 have not yet been published by the university. The information below is based on general international admission practices at Turkish public universities and previously available information. The data will be updated as soon as the details are announced.

• High School Diploma (Baccalaureate/Tawjihi): The high school diploma must be validated by the Turkish National Education Directorate (or the Ministry of Higher Education – YÖK). The cumulative grade point average (GPA) is considered, and there is usually a minimum requirement that varies depending on the competitiveness of the program. For competitive fields such as medicine and engineering, the GPA must be at least good (often 70% or higher).

• Turkish Language Proficiency Exam (YÖS/TÖMER): Most programs are taught in Turkish, so proof of language proficiency is a prerequisite. The university accepts certificates from the Foreign Student Proficiency Exam (YÖS) or the TÖMER Institute, such as at least level C1 or B2. The university provides a Turkish Language Center (TÖMER) where students can study before beginning their specialization.

• English language proficiency tests (for programs taught in English): For the few programs taught in English (such as some engineering and agriculture programs), proof of English proficiency such as the TOEFL or IELTS test with a specific score is required (e.g., 72 IBT for TOEFL or 6.0 for IELTS).

• SAT exam (may be acceptable): Some Turkish state universities accept the SAT exam as an alternative or supplement to student evaluation.

Required basic documents

• The completed online application (via the university's application system when it is opened).
• A copy of a valid passport (the page with the personal photo and information).
• A copy of the original high school diploma (Baccalaureate/Tawjihi) certified and translated into Turkish or English by a notary public or embassy/consulate.
• High school transcript certified and translated.
• A copy of your Turkish language proficiency certificate (TÖMER or YÖS), if available. If not, enrollment in a Turkish language program at the university may be required.
• A copy of an English language proficiency certificate (for English study programs) such as TOEFL or IELTS.
• Recent passport-size personal photos.
• Proof of payment of application fees (if applicable).

Additional documents (for postgraduate or private studies)

• For Master's and PhD students: Original certified and translated Bachelor's or Master's degree certificate, transcripts, letter of intent (statement of purpose), academic letters of recommendation (usually 2), curriculum vitae, and sometimes a research proposal.
• Equivalence Certificate: After obtaining initial acceptance, the student may be required to obtain a “certificate equivalence document” from the Turkish Directorate of National Education or the Turkish Embassy in his country.
• Proof of financial capability: A bank statement or letter of guarantee may be required proving the student's ability to cover study and living expenses during the first year.

The official application dates for international students for 2026 have not yet been announced. Generally, Turkish universities open applications for international students twice a year.

The application period for the fall semester (begins in September/October): The application period is usually from mid-spring to early summer (for example: from April to the end of June or mid-July).

The application period for the spring semester (begins in February): The application period is usually from mid-autumn to early winter (for example: from October to December).