Shape Your Future: International Education at GTU
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1. Announcement & Application
Complete your online application on the dates specified in the annual calendar.
2. Evaluation
Your application will be carefully reviewed; main and reserve lists will be announced.
3. Acceptance Letter
Applicants on the main list will receive an Acceptance Letter for visa procedures.
4. Final Registration
Visit the campus on the specified dates to complete your final registration in person.
Who Can Apply? (Undergraduate)
Applicants must either be in the final year of high school or already graduated:
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Purely Foreign Nationals: Those who have not received education in or graduated from high schools in Türkiye (excluding Embassy schools and International schools within the MOBİS system).
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Blue Card Holders and Former Turkish Citizens: Those who have renounced their Turkish citizenship may apply, provided they have not received education in or graduated from high schools in Türkiye or the TRNC.
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Dual Citizens (Naturalized T.C. Citizens): Those who were born foreign nationals and later acquired T.C. citizenship may apply, provided they have not received education in or graduated from high schools in Türkiye or the TRNC.
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T.C. Citizens Who Completed High School Entirely Abroad: T.C. citizens who completed their entire secondary (high school) education in a foreign country excluding the TRNC (including those who completed it at Turkish schools opened under the Ministry of National Education [MEB] abroad) may apply. For this group, the most advantageous quota rights continue in 2026.
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TRNC Citizens with GCE AL Results: TRNC citizens residing in the TRNC who completed their high school education there and hold GCE AL exam results, as well as TRNC citizens who completed their entire high school education in a foreign country and hold a TR-YÖS result.
In Summary: As of 2026, if you have received even a part of your high school education at a standard high school in Türkiye or the TRNC, your application will not be accepted, even if you are a foreign national or a Blue Card holder. Completing the entirety of high school education abroad (excluding the TRNC) has become the fundamental requirement for application.
Application and Registration Timeline (2026)
Applicants to our university are not required to pay any application fee.
| Process / Stage | Start Date | End Date |
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| Applicants’ Online Applications | March 9, 2026 | July 3, 2026 |
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Early Admission Results* (for applications submitted between 09 March – 03 April 2026) |
April 10, 2026 | - |
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Deadline for Online Registration and Document Submission (Early Admission) |
- | April 17, 2026 |
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1st Placement Results** (for applications submitted between 09 March – 30 April 2026) |
08 May 2026 | - |
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Deadline for Online Registration and Document Submission (1st Placement) |
- | 15 May 2026 |
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2nd Placement Results** (for applications submitted between 09 March – 29 May 2026) |
June 5, 2026 | - |
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Deadline for Online Registration and Document Submission (2nd Placement) |
- | June 12, 2026 |
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3rd Placement Results** (for applications submitted between 09 March – 03 July 2026) |
July 10, 2026 | - |
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Deadline for Online Registration and Document Submission (3rd Placement) |
July 17, 2026 | |
| Official/Final Registration of Accepted Students*** | July 01, 2026 | July 31, 2026 |
| Announcement of Vacant Quotas (if any) | August 03, 2026 | - |
| Second Application Period (if necessary) | August 3, 2026 | August 14, 2026 |
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Second Application Results (if any) (for applications between 03 August – 14 August 2026) |
August 21, 2026 | - |
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Deadline for Online Registration and Document Submission (Second Application) |
- | August 28, 2026 |
| Final Registration for Second Application Accepted Students*** | August 24, 2026 | September 11, 2026 |
| Start of Classes |
Late September 2026 (TBA) |
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* Students admitted under the GTU Excellence Track will be granted priority placement and early registration privileges, subject to the terms and conditions specified in their official admission invitation letters.
The GTU Excellence Track integrates high-achieving international students into GTU’s research and innovation ecosystem from their first semester onward, providing structured research mentorship, laboratory engagement, and institutional support mechanisms to cultivate future scientific and technological leaders.
** Students who complete their pre-registration within the specified dates must submit all required documents to the Student Affairs Office between July 1 and July 31, 2026 in order to finalize the official (standard) registration process. During the pre-registration period, students admitted to our university will be required to pay a pre-registration fee of 5,000 TL. Payment must be made on the dates that will be communicated to students via email. For students who complete their registration, this amount will be deducted from the total tuition fee during the standard registration period.
*** Please check the "Required Documents for Application" section for official registration documents.
Notes;
1. Candidates who are placed in a programme as a result of the evaluation process will not be considered in subsequent evaluation rounds.
2. Candidates who are placed in a programme through pre-evaluation, Early Admission, or the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd placement results, but fail to complete their registration procedures within the specified deadlines for online registration and document submission, will forfeit their right to enrol.
3. Students who are unable to complete their final registration may do so until 30 November 2026, provided that they submit a valid justification within the official registration period and have paid the required tuition fees.
Required Documents for Application
We strongly recommend that you apply as early as possible if you have all your documents ready.
| Table 1. Required Documents for International Students | |||
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| DOCUMENT REQUIRED | APPLICATION | PRE-REGISTRATION |
STANDARD REGISTRATION (July 1- 31, 2026) |
| Application (Online) | ✓ | ||
| Valid National or International Exam Result* Certificate (if applicable) | ✓ |
✓ (original) |
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| Original High School Diploma | ✓ (if available) | ✓ (apostilled) | |
| Graduation Status Document | ✓ (if no diploma yet) | ||
| Official Grade Transcript | ✓ |
✓ (original) |
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| Identification Document (ID card) | ✓ (or passport) | ||
| Biometric photograph | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Original language certificate (if applicable) Please check Table 2 and 3 | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Passport | ✓ (or ID card) | ✓ | |
| Bank receipt | ✓ Pre-registration Fee (details below) |
✓ Remaining Tution Fee |
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| Statement of Financial Means | ✓ | ||
DETAILS ABOUT DOCUMENTS
Valid National or International Exam Result Certificate (if applicable).
You may apply using only your national high school diploma grades and official transcript; however, applications are evaluated holistically. If you have all the documents below, upload them all. Applicants who submit national or international examination scores will generally have a significantly higher chance of admission.
Standardised test scores (e.g., TR-YÖS, SAT, ACT, MCAT, AP, EGE, ENT, CBSE, CISCE, ATAR, etc.) are valid for two years. There is no time limit for diploma-based qualifications (e.g., Abitur, Matura, International Baccalaureate).
Original High School Diploma
Apostilled/certified by the Turkish Embassy/Consulate. This document is a must for graduates from high school.
Graduation Status Document (if applicable).
If the applicant has not yet graduated but is expected to graduate, an official letter issued by the high school principal stating the expected graduation date and current grades must be submitted. Applicants may apply with predicted scores officially issued by their school.
Official Grade Transcript
An official high school transcript approved and signed by the school administration, indicating all courses completed and the corresponding grades earned by the applicant throughout secondary education.
A separate transcript is not required if a detailed grade breakdown is clearly indicated on the diploma.
Applicants who have not yet graduated must submit an official document indicating their current academic performance (GPA) issued by their school.
Identification Document
A copy of the official identification page of the applicant’s passport or national identity card, clearly showing the applicant’s full name, date of birth, nationality, photograph, and identification number.
The Identification Document must be valid at the time of application.
Biometric Photograph
Applicants must upload or submit one (1) biometric photograph taken within the last six (6) months.
During final registration, please bring two (2) biometric photographs.
Original Language certificate (if applicable)
An internationally valid English language certificate and a Turkish proficiency certificate.
Passport
Pages showing personal information.
Bank receipt
A receipt showing that the tuition fee has been paid. During the pre-registration process, accepted students are required to pay a pre-registration fee of 5,000 TL, which must be paid within the dates communicated via email. This amount will be deducted from the total tuition fee during final registration.
Statement of Financial Means
A declaration confirming that the student has sufficient financial resources to pursue higher education in Türkiye. (The form can be obtained from the Student Affairs Office.)
A statement from the students showing that they have sufficient financial means to continue their higher education in Türkiye (the form can be obtained from student affairs).
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Evaluation of Applications
The evaluation of applications is conducted by the GTU International Student Admissions Committee. The composition of the committee is determined by Senate decision.
Announcement of Results
Accepted candidates will receive an official acceptance letter to be used for visa procedures. This letter will also be shared with relevant institutions, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to facilitate the student visa process.
Even if an applicant is announced as a placed candidate in any admission round, the submission of incomplete, misleading, or falsified information or documents will result in the cancellation of the admission offer.
GTU reserves the right to modify the announced dates and procedures due to force majeure or unforeseen circumstances. Any such changes will be published on the official GTU website.
| Table 2. Accepted Grades for Turkish Language Qualification | |
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| PROGRAM TYPE | LANGUAGE LEVEL |
| 100% Turkish Programs (Economics, Geomatic Engineering, City and Regional Planning, Industrial Design) | B2 Level |
| At least 30% English Programs (Electronic Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Cybersecurity Analyst and Operator) | B2 Level |
| 100% English Programs (Others) | B1 Level before graduation |
| Table 3. Accepted Exams for English Preparatory Class Exemption | |
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| EXAM NAME | MINIMUM SCORE |
| GTU ENGLISH PROFICIENCY EXAM | 60 |
| YDS / E-YDS (Valid for 5 years) | 65 |
| YÖKDİL (Valid for 5 years) | 65 |
| e-TEP (Valid for 2 years) | 50 |
| TOEFL (IBT)* (Valid for 2 years) | 78 |
| PTE Academic* (Valid for 2 years) | 67 |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) (Valid for 3 years) | B |
| Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) (Valid for 3 years) | C |
| OTE Advanced (Oxford) (Valid for 2 years) | 116-120 |
1. Announcement of Requirements
Institute-based quotas (Fall/Spring semesters) are announced on our website.
2. Online Application
Submit your documents by the application deadline for the relevant semester.
3. Academic Evaluation
Your application will be evaluated according to the relevant department and YÖK equivalency criteria.
4. Admission Notification
Accepted applicants will receive an Invitation Letter from Student Affairs.
5. Final Registration
Visit Student Affairs with your original documents by the specified date to complete registration.
Who Can Apply? (Graduate)
International candidates who graduated from a program recognized by YÖK equivalency can apply to GTU Graduate School programs. For detailed information, you can visit the School's website.
Required Documents for Application
- Diploma: Original graduation certificate and certified translation.
- Transcript: Official transcript of courses and grades.
- Language Proficiency Certificate: Valid exam scores (TOEFL, YDS, PTE, etc.).
- Passport Details and Biometric Photo.
Application and Registration Timeline (Fall & Spring)
2026-2027 Fall Semester Timeline
| Process / Stage | Date Range |
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| Application Dates | February 18, 2026 - June 18, 2026 |
| Final Registration Dates | July 20, 2026 - September 25, 2026 |
2026-2027 Spring Semester Timeline
| Process / Stage | Date Range |
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| Application Dates | TBA |
| Final Registration Dates | TBA |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I don’t have a Turkish ID number for the application, what should I do?
On the online application form, you can continue the process by entering your national identity number or passport number in the field where your Turkish Republic Identity Number is requested. Blue Card holders can use their Blue Card number.
How can I be exempted from English or Turkish preparatory classes?
🇹🇷Turkish Language Certificate
To begin education in programs where the language of instruction is Turkish or 30% English, a Turkish language proficiency of at least B2 level according to the European Language Portfolio criteria is mandatory. Students enrolled in 100% English programs may start their courses by submitting a signed petition acknowledging that they must take the mandatory Turkish YÖK courses. However, these students must submit at least a B1 level Turkish certificate before graduation. Students must prove their proficiency with certificates obtained from TÖMER, Yunus Emre Institute, or the Turkish Proficiency Exam conducted by GTU-SEM. Students with insufficient Turkish levels are granted a one-year leave of absence to learn Turkish.
Exemption Special Condition: Students who have graduated from high schools or universities where the language of instruction is Turkish are exempt from this requirement.
🇬🇧English Language Certificate
Applicants to 100% or 30% English-medium programs who pass the GTU English Proficiency Exam or provide a valid score from an equivalent international exam may proceed directly to their undergraduate studies. Students who do not pass the GTU exam or fail to provide an equivalent score must attend the English Preparatory Class.
Exemption Special Condition: Students who have attended and graduated from secondary education institutions in a country where English is the official language for at least the last three years (attending institutions where citizens of that country are educated) are exempt from the English Preparatory Class.
Accepted Grades for English Proficiency
What should I do for visa procedures?
If your country has a visa exemption agreement with the Republic of Türkiye:
You can travel to Türkiye by considering the dates in your acceptance letter, complete your university registration, and apply for a student residence permit within 10 days after your registration.
If your country does not have a visa exemption agreement with the Republic of Türkiye:
You must prepare the following documents for your visa application:
• Passport / Travel Document (valid for at least 6 months)
• Biometric Photograph
• Visa Application Form
• Letter of Acceptance or Student Certificate
• Travel Insurance
• Diploma and Transcript (certified)
• Proof of Financial Means
• Criminal Record Certificate
• Birth Certificate / Civil Registry Record
• Accommodation Document in Türkiye
• Flight Reservation
• Visa Fee
• Reference Letter (if available)
• Valid Residence Permit (If you live in a country other than your country of citizenship or if there is no Republic of Türkiye representation in your country, you must have a valid residence permit in the country where you will apply. For detailed information, it is recommended to contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate.)
Application Process:
1. Make an appointment with the nearest Consulate of the Republic of Türkiye via www.konsolosluk.gov.tr.
2. Pay the required visa application fee for the appointment.
3. Once your visa is approved, travel to Gebze Technical University and complete your registration and residence permit procedures.
How can I obtain a residence permit?
It is mandatory to obtain a "Student Residence Permit" to reside legally in Türkiye. For the residence permit required throughout your academic life, you must submit your application through the GEBZE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY Department of Student Affairs.
Required documents for application:
1. E-Residence Appointment Form (e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr)
2. Student Certificate (obs.gtu.edu.tr)
3. Health Insurance Certificate
4. Proof of Residential Address
5. Photocopies of Passport and Visa
6. 4 Biometric Photographs
7. Receipt of Residence Fee Payment
8. Birth Certificate and Letter of Consent (for students under the age of 18)
9. UETS Document (for extension applications)
10. Cardboard File Folder
11. Photocopy of Identity Card (for extension applications)
Is dormitory / housing available on campus?
International students may request accommodation as "guest students" in dormitories (KYK) under the Ministry of Youth and Sports if there are available beds. Additionally, many private housing options are available around the campus.