International students are now invited to apply for the 2026 Sabancı University Scholarship, offering an exceptional opportunity to study in Turkey. The scholarship provides multiple fully funded and partially funded categories covering tuition, accommodation, transportation, living stipends for graduate students, and tuition waivers with dormitory accommodation for undergraduate students.
Students seeking to pursue Undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD degrees in Turkey are strongly encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Turkey
- Host Institution: Sabancı University
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward:
- Graduates: Full Scholarship | 35,000 TL Monthly Stipend | Accommodation | Laptop | Health Insurance | Transport Allowance | Conference Support
- Undergraduates: Up to 100% Tuition Waiver | Dormitory Accommodation
- Deadline:
- Undergraduate: August 28, 2026
- Graduate: August 10, 2026
Scholarship Details
International applicants who apply for admission to Sabancı University are automatically evaluated for scholarship opportunities once they meet the admission requirements. There is no separate scholarship application required.
Most students admitted into Sabancı University’s academic graduate programs (excluding professional non-thesis programs) receive either full or partial tuition fee exemptions. Scholarship decisions are made by a dedicated Scholarship Committee, which carefully reviews applicants’ academic backgrounds, transcripts, exam scores, reference letters, interview outcomes, and other achievements such as competition awards or Olympiad certificates.
The scholarship aims to support outstanding students across various academic disciplines and majors offered at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Scholarship Benefits
The Sabancı University Scholarship covers studies in almost all academic fields available at the university for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs.
- Undergraduate Scholarship Benefits:
- Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
- Accommodation in a 4-person dormitory
- Graduate Scholarship Benefits:
- Full or partial tuition fee exemption
- 35,000 TL monthly stipend
- Laptop
- Health insurance
- Transport allowance
- Conference support
All admitted students are automatically considered for scholarships. Submitting strong academic documents increases your chances of receiving a full award.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Sabancı University Scholarship, applicants must:
- Meet the admission requirements for their chosen program
- Review detailed requirements through the official admission links for:
- Graduate Applicants
- Undergraduate Applicants
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Academic background
- Official transcripts
- Exam results
- Reference letters
- Interview performance (if applicable)
- Academic achievements such as awards or Olympiad certificates
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following:
- Copy of valid exam/diploma result(s) accepted by Sabancı University
- High School Diploma (for graduates; notarized translation required if not in Turkish or English)
- Official transcript showing all courses and grades (must have wet signature/stamp or verifiable e-signature)
- Accepted language proficiency test score (if available)
- Academic letter of recommendation (if available)
For applicants who had or currently have secondary education in Turkey:
- Residence Permit Copy (for foreign nationals)
- Blue Card Copy or Official Renouncement Letter (for former Turkish citizens)
- Residence Permit Copy or official citizenship acquisition document (if Turkish citizenship was acquired later)
All required documents must be submitted to the Sabancı University Student Resources Unit before the application deadline.
How to Apply
To apply for the 2026 Sabancı University Scholarship:
- Visit the official Sabancı University admission webpage
- Apply for admission to an Undergraduate or Graduate program
- There is no separate scholarship application
- Once admitted, you will automatically be considered for the scholarship
Applicants should select their intended category:
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to complete their applications before the respective deadlines.
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