Koç University scholarship for international students in Turkey

The Koç University Graduate Schools are aware of the current barriers faced by some international
applicants to provide a valid GRE/GMAT and TOEFL test score reports due to test cancellations. ETS has announced on 03.04.2020 that at-home TOEFL and GRE test options are now available worldwide (except for China and Iran). These solutions are now available everywhere the computer-delivered TOEFL iBT test and GRE General Test are normally available, with the exception of Mainland China and Iran. In Mainland China, ETS is working closely with NEEA to accommodate test-takers impacted by test cancellations, including adding test dates once regular testing resumes. ETS is working to offer at-home testing in Iran as soon as possible. You can find more information in the following links for each test.

– TOEFL iBT – ets.org/s/cv/toefl/at-home/
– GRE General Test – ets.org/s/cv/gre/at-home/

You should register for the next available GRE and TOEFL test date available in your country and indicate the date on the online application form in the “Test scores“ and “Language scores“ section respectively. All candidates will still be evaluated on the basis of all the other application documents (Statement of Purpose, Recommendation letters, Publications, CV, others) and may issue conditional admissions to selected candidates. In order to enroll as a new student in the Fall 2020 semester, candidates that will be offered a conditional admission should provide before or during the enrollment period official GRE/GMAT and TOEFL test score reports as specified in the conditional admission letter.

If you have further questions you can email us at study@ku.edu.tr indicating your GRADAPP application number.

How to apply to Master or Ph.D. programs at Koç University?

·        To apply to Koç University’s graduate programs as an international student you need to complete an online application form. 

·        Please check carefully the relevant Graduate School website for detailed guidance on admission requirements, eligibility, minimum scores and application deadlines and remember:

·        Applications with missing documents will not be taken into consideration.

·        You should not email or post any documents to the university.

·        There is no need for a separate scholarship application. You only need to apply to the program(s) of your choice. Scholarship decisions are based on academic merit and not financial need.

·        You can indicate in yourStatement of Purpose if you are the recipient or have applied to a specific scholarship scheme (country-based).

·        The application process is free. There is no application fee (except for Master without Thesis programs in the Graduate School of Business)

When to apply:

Some programs are open for admission only in the Fall term and others on both Spring and Fall terms so you might not see a specific program listed on the online application system during the Spring application period. Make sure you keep track of the different application deadlines and other key dates (when to expect a decision, shortlist period, etc)

After you submit your application:

Once you have submitted your application you will be able to upload only missing test scores in
case they were not available when you submitted the application.

If there are any technical problems with your application you can always email the relevant Graduate School. You can check the status of your application online. Please allow between 1- 2 months from the application deadline date until you hear from the administrators at the relevant Graduate School.

Shortlist of candidates:

1.     The relevant Graduate School will get in touch with shortlisted candidates by email to schedule an interview or written exam (depending on the graduate program).

2.     Make sure you reply quickly to their emails to make sure a possible admission offer is made earlier.

3.     If within this period you are considering one or more offers from other Graduate Schools and would like to know the decision from the Graduate School please contact them and not the faculty member.

4.      If it has been 3 months or more since you applied and you have not received an email from the Graduate School with a full or conditional offer please assume you have not been successful on this application round.

Admission offers:

·        If your application is successful you will be sent an admission offer by the relevant Graduate School which will outline any conditions you must meet.

·        Please read your offer letter carefully before accepting.

·        The earlier you let them know of your decision the better they will be able to help you in arranging your registration, accommodation, visa, and other administrative procedures.

·        Some international students may require a student visa to enter Turkey. Our International
Community Office (ICO) will provide all the necessary information to guide you
through this process.

How to apply to Master or Ph.D. programs at Koç University?

To apply to Koç University’s graduate programs as an international student you need to complete an online application form. 

·        Please check carefully the relevant Graduate School website for detailed guidance on admission requirements, eligibility, minimum scores and application deadlines and remember:

·        Applications with missing documents will not be taken into consideration.

·        You should not email or post any documents to the university.

·        There is no need for a separate scholarship application. You only need to apply to the program(s) of your choice. Scholarship decisions are based on academic merit and not financial need.

·        You can indicate in your Statement of Purpose if you are the recipient or have applied to a specific scholarship scheme (country-based).

·       The application process is free. There is no application fee (except for Master without Thesis programs in the Graduate School of Business)

Deadline: Various Depend on fields