Acceptance Principles of International Students
All You Need to Know
International Student Admissions
This page walks you through Atılım University’s international admissions regulations, from who can apply to steps after receiving your official acceptance.
Step-by-Step
Application Process
Follow these simple steps to move from choosing a program to registering at Atılım University.
Confirm Eligibility
Review who can apply and who cannot.
Check Requirements
See which documents and exams are needed.
Prepare Documents
Gather required documents in needed formats.
Submit Your Application
Apply within the published academic calendar.
Receive Your Letter
If accepted, you’ll get a Pre-Acceptance letter.
Apply for a Student Visa
If required, use your letter to obtain a Turkish Student Visa.
Official Policies
Check Out Full Regulations
Read the complete regulations for international admissions.
All international student applications are done through our online application portal.
Eligibility Check
Ensure you meet the basic criteria: graduation from a high school equivalent to a Turkish high school (for Associate/Undergraduate) or possession of the necessary higher education diplomas (for Master’s/PhD).
Invalid applications will be handled according to the Council of Higher Education Procedures.
Document Preparation
Gather electronic copies of your required documents.
Crucial: All documents must be in Turkish or English. If they are not, they must be translated and certified by an official institution or notary.
Documents without an electronic verification code, wet signature, or seal will be rejected.
| Degree Level | Required Documents (Core) | Additional Requirements |
| Associate / Undergraduate | High School Graduation Document | Proof of at least 50% success in high school GPA or equivalent exam result (e.g., GCE, similar national/international exams). |
| Master’s (Graduate) | Undergraduate Diploma | International exam results and reference letters if requested by the department. |
| PhD (Doctorate) | Undergraduate & Graduate Diplomas | International exam results and reference letters if requested by the department. |
| All Degrees | Transcripts, Passport Copy, Interview Documentation (where necessary), Optional Exam Results (YÖS, etc.) |
1. Acceptance
Applications are evaluated by the relevant School/Vocational School and the Directorate of International Relations.
If accepted, you will be sent a “Letter of Acceptance.”
2. Financial Obligation
You must pay the tuition fee for the first semester in full before you are permitted to register.
3. Legal & Document Finalization
Student Visa: If you do not have legal rights to stay in Türkiye, you must apply for a “Student Visa” at the nearest Turkish Embassy using your Letter of Acceptance.
Equivalence/Recognition:
High School: For Turkish citizens, you need an Equivalence Certificate from the R.T. Ministry of National Education (or apostille/approved document) for your high school diploma to register for Associate/Undergraduate programs.
Higher Education: For Graduate and PhD programs, you need a Certificate of Recognition from the Council of Higher Education for your prior degrees earned abroad. PhD programs with clinical applications require a Certificate of Equivalence.
Financial Security: You must provide documentation proving you have sufficient financial security to cover tuition and living expenses for at least the normal duration of study.
Final Submission: You must present the original or authenticated copies of all documents submitted during the application, plus any other documents mandated by Turkish state institutions.
1. Programs Taught in English 🇬🇧
You must demonstrate proficiency in English by either passing the Atılım University English Proficiency Exam or by submitting a valid and recognized national or international proficiency certificate.
Note: The minimum required scores and accepted exams are determined by the University’s School of Foreign Languages Directive.
If you fail the exam or cannot provide a valid certificate, you will be registered in the Preparatory School (Prep).
2. Programs Taught in Turkish 🇹🇷
You must present a TÖMER document (Turkish Teaching Center Certificate).
This document must show that you score at least C1 regarding your proficiency in the Turkish language.
Application Process
All international student applications are done through our online application portal.
Eligibility Check
Ensure you meet the basic criteria: graduation from a high school equivalent to a Turkish high school (for Associate/Undergraduate) or possession of the necessary higher education diplomas (for Master’s/PhD).
Invalid applications will be handled according to the Council of Higher Education Procedures.
Document Preparation
Gather electronic copies of your required documents.
Crucial: All documents must be in Turkish or English. If they are not, they must be translated and certified by an official institution or notary.
Documents without an electronic verification code, wet signature, or seal will be rejected.
Admission Process
1. Acceptance
Applications are evaluated by the relevant School/Vocational School and the Directorate of International Relations.
If accepted, you will be sent a “Letter of Acceptance.”
2. Financial Obligation
You must pay the tuition fee for the first semester in full before you are permitted to register.
3. Legal & Document Finalization
Student Visa: If you do not have legal rights to stay in Türkiye, you must apply for a “Student Visa” at the nearest Turkish Embassy using your Letter of Acceptance.
Equivalence/Recognition:
High School: For Turkish citizens, you need an Equivalence Certificate from the R.T. Ministry of National Education (or apostille/approved document) for your high school diploma to register for Associate/Undergraduate programs.
Higher Education: For Graduate and PhD programs, you need a Certificate of Recognition from the Council of Higher Education for your prior degrees earned abroad. PhD programs with clinical applications require a Certificate of Equivalence.
Financial Security: You must provide documentation proving you have sufficient financial security to cover tuition and living expenses for at least the normal duration of study.
Final Submission: You must present the original or authenticated copies of all documents submitted during the application, plus any other documents mandated by Turkish state institutions.
Language Requirements
1. Programs Taught in English 🇬🇧
You must demonstrate proficiency in English by either passing the Atılım University English Proficiency Exam or by submitting a valid and recognized national or international proficiency certificate.
Note: The minimum required scores and accepted exams are determined by the University’s School of Foreign Languages Directive.
If you fail the exam or cannot provide a valid certificate, you will be registered in the Preparatory School (Prep).
2. Programs Taught in Turkish 🇹🇷
You must present a TÖMER document (Turkish Teaching Center Certificate).
This document must show that you score at least C1 regarding your proficiency in the Turkish language.
Quick Questions
The Essentials at a Glance
Essential information on the Application, Admission, and Language Requirements.
Applicants of all degrees can apply directly via our online application portal.
You need your diploma (or current school documents), transcripts, and a copy of your passport. Make sure all documents are certified (sealed/verified) and are officially translated into Turkish or English.
Your spot is secured when you provide all original registration documents and pay the tuition fee for the first semester in full. You must complete this payment before the registration deadline.
Yes. For English programs, you need to pass a proficiency test or show a valid certificate. For Turkish programs, you must provide a TÖMER C1 certificate to demonstrate Turkish proficiency.
High-school graduation exams (Abitur, IB, GCE, Tawjihi) don’t expire; some language exams like TOEFL are valid 2 years.
You’re Informed. Ready to Apply?
Now that you understand eligibility, quotas, and visas, complete your application and move forward with confidence.