Europe / Asia · Turkish & English · Affordable · Visa: Accessible
Study in Turkey
Affordable tuition, many English-taught programmes and well-known scholarships for African students.
Honest note: Turkey is one of the most cost-effective options for African students, and scholarships are real — but Türkiye Bursları is competitive. We help you target programmes and scholarships that match your profile.
Why study in Turkey?
Budget-conscious students wanting quality, scholarship-friendly study.
- Affordable tuition and living costs relative to Western destinations.
- Many English-taught programmes at established universities.
- The Türkiye Bursları scholarship is well known among African students.
- Generally accessible visa process for genuine students with admission.
Popular courses
Costs, intakes & key facts
- Average tuition
- USD 1,500–USD 6,000/year (private universities higher)
- Estimated living cost
- USD 400–USD 700/month
- Intake periods
- Fall (September/October) main intake; Spring (February) for some programmes
- Scholarships
- Türkiye Bursları (government scholarship) is competitive but realistic for strong students; many universities also offer tuition discounts.
- Work while studying
- Work options are limited and regulated; treat study, not work, as the purpose. Residence permit renewal is part of student life.
Admission requirements
- Secondary school certificate or prior degree with transcripts
- English (IELTS/TOEFL) for English-taught programmes, or Turkish proficiency
- Passport copy and application form
- Some programmes require entrance exams (e.g. YÖS) or equivalents
Visa document overview
- Valid passport
- Letter of acceptance from a Turkish university
- Proof of funds for living costs
- Accommodation evidence
- Health insurance and visa application form
We help you prepare these — but the visa decision rests with the authorities.
Who should choose Turkey
- Budget-conscious students seeking quality, affordable study
- Strong candidates targeting the Türkiye Bursları scholarship
- Students open to a culturally rich bridge between Europe and Asia
Who should look elsewhere
- Students whose main goal is to migrate onward to the EU
- Those unwilling to handle residence-permit renewals
Paying school fees safely
Students and sponsors pay tuition and official school fees directly to the institution whenever possible. Travel Ease Education does not replace the university's official invoice or payment instructions. Where a family cannot access international transfer services, we may assist with foreign-currency payment facilitation using verified school payment instructions.
Final school fees must be confirmed from the official university invoice or fee page.
Universities in Turkey
Turkey is important for African students: affordable, many English-taught programmes, and medicine/dentistry options. Never rely on old agency fee screenshots — always confirm fees from the official university offer / tuition page.
National reference: Study in Türkiye (official) →IstanbulPrivateIstanbul, Turkey
- Best for:
- Medicine, dentistry, health sciences and business
- Tuition:
- Medicine high-cost; other programmes much lower
- Levels:
- Bachelor, Master, Doctorate
Last verified: June 2026
Student pays the school directly where possible.
IstanbulPrivateIstanbul, Turkey
- Best for:
- A broad private university popular with international students
- Tuition:
- Many English UG ≈ USD 5,000–6,000/yr; medicine ≈ USD 22,000/yr (verify)
- Levels:
- Bachelor, Master, Doctorate
Last verified: June 2026
Student pays the school directly where possible.
IstanbulPrivateIstanbul, Turkey
- Best for:
- A strong Istanbul private university
- Tuition:
- Programme-level fees (2026/27 official table)
- Levels:
- Bachelor, Master
Last verified: June 2026
Student pays the school directly where possible.
AnkaraPublicAnkara, Turkey
- Best for:
- A selective public university with strong STEM
- Tuition:
- Verify from METU's official international fee page
- Levels:
- Bachelor, Master, Doctorate
Last verified: June 2026
Student pays the school directly where possible.
IstanbulPublicIstanbul, Turkey
- Best for:
- A public university with strong medical/science options
- Tuition:
- Varies by faculty and language (verify officially)
- Levels:
- Bachelor, Master, Doctorate
Last verified: June 2026
Student pays the school directly where possible.
Tuition figures are indicative and change every academic year by programme, nationality and student status. Always confirm final fees from the official university offer letter, invoice or tuition page. Students pay tuition directly to the institution whenever possible.
Compare other destinations
France- Best for:
- Francophone students seeking affordable, quality European education.
- Tuition:
- Low
- Language:
- French & English
- Popular:
- Business, Engineering, Computer Science
Canada- Best for:
- Strong students with solid funds and clear study goals.
- Tuition:
- Medium to high
- Language:
- English & French
- Popular:
- Computer Science, Business, Engineering
United Kingdom- Best for:
- Well-funded students wanting fast, prestigious English-taught degrees.
- Tuition:
- High
- Language:
- English
- Popular:
- Business, Law, Computer Science
United States- Best for:
- Ambitious, well-prepared students, some funding, who interview well.
- Tuition:
- High
- Language:
- English
- Popular:
- Computer Science, Engineering, Business
Studying in Turkey: FAQs
How much does it cost to study in Turkey?
Indicative tuition is USD 1,500–USD 6,000/year (private universities higher), plus living costs of about USD 400–USD 700/month. These are guidance ranges, not quotes — we give you a clear breakdown for your specific plan.
Can African students get a scholarship to study in Turkey?
Türkiye Bursları (government scholarship) is competitive but realistic for strong students; many universities also offer tuition discounts.
Do you mainly support students from Central Africa?
Yes. Travel Ease Education is built around the needs of students and parents in Central Africa, especially Cameroon and neighboring countries (Chad, Gabon, Congo, DRC, Central African Republic, Equatorial Guinea). We also support students from wider Africa who need study-abroad guidance.
Do you guarantee visas?
No. No honest agency can guarantee a visa. Final visa decisions are made only by the relevant embassy, consulate or immigration authority. What we do is help you prepare a stronger, more complete and more honest application, and review your refusal risk frankly before you apply.
Do I pay my tuition to Travel Ease Education?
No. Tuition and official school fees are paid directly to the university, college, or institution whenever possible. Travel Ease Education provides admission, visa, travel, and advisory support.
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