The NAMA Foundation has officially opened applications for the Türkiye First Class Scholarships 2026 for qualified international students and researchers.
The Türkiye First Class Scholarships 2026 is a fully funded, government-sponsored opportunity that enables outstanding international students to pursue full-time undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and research programs at leading universities across Türkiye.
The scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly stipends, travel expenses, accommodation, language training, and healthcare support.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: NAMA Foundation
- Host Country: Turkey
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | 6,500 TL Monthly Stipend | Travel Support | Accommodation | Language Support
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: February 20, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Türkiye First Class Scholarships 2026 is a competitive and fully funded government-backed program designed to attract talented international students and researchers to pursue degree and research programs at some of the most prestigious universities in Türkiye.
This comprehensive scholarship program goes beyond tuition support by covering virtually all essential academic and living expenses. It is structured to ensure scholars can focus fully on their studies while exploring Türkiye’s academic environment, culture, and research opportunities.
The program provides holistic support throughout the academic journey, ensuring recipients gain quality education, cultural exposure, and professional development skills while studying in Türkiye.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Türkiye First Class Scholarships 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Minimum Academic Achievement
- Undergraduate applicants: Minimum 70%
- Graduate applicants: Minimum 75%
- Health Sciences applicants (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy): Minimum 90%
Age Requirements
- Undergraduate programs: Must be under 21 years old
- Master’s programs: Must be under 30 years old
- PhD programs: Must be under 35 years old
- Research Scholarship: Must be under 50 years old
Eligible Applicants
- Citizens of all countries
- Graduates or candidates graduating before the end of the current academic year
- Researchers and academics
Ineligible Applicants
- Turkish citizens or individuals who have lost Turkish citizenship
- Applicants currently enrolled in Turkish universities at the same level of study they intend to apply for
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Türkiye First Class Scholarships 2026 will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- University and department placement support
- One-year Turkish language course
- Free accommodation
- Health insurance coverage
- Round-trip flight ticket (arrival and return)
- Monthly stipend:
- 3,500 TL for Undergraduate students
- 5,000 TL for Master’s students
- 6,500 TL for PhD students
How to Apply
To apply for the Türkiye First Class Scholarships 2026, interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage
- Create a personal account on the Türkiye Scholarship Application System
- Complete the online application form
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