Language Requirements at Atılım University
For both English and Turkish-taught programs, applicants are required to submit a proof of language proficiency. This page explains how exemptions work and what isn’t accepted. It’s a summary—please always confirm details in the School of Foreign Languages Directive on Exemption & Equivalence.
Language Requirements
English-Medium Programs (Taught in English)
If your applied program is in English, you must show academic English proficiency. Depending on your scores/background, you may be exempted from English prep.
How to Get Exempt
APEX: Take Atılım University’s own English proficiency exam.
External exams: You can submit accepted tests like TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or YDS/YÖKDİL. You can check the minimum score requirements in the official regulation.
What Doesn't Count
- IELTS Scores as they are not accepted as proof of language proficiency in Turkey.
Exam results that are expired.
Home/at-home editions of language exams.
Language Requirements
Turkish-Medium Programs (Taught in Turkish)
If your program is in Turkish, you must show Turkish language proficiency.
How to Get Exempt
- You must present a TÖMER certificate demonstrating a proficiency level of at least C1 in Turkish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A concise guide to the essentials of our language requirements.
English-Medium Programs
Yes. English-medium programs require academic English proof.
No. Home/remote editions are not valid.
During placement/registration using your official score reports and/or documents.
Turkish-Medium Programs
Yes. You will need to provide Turkish proficiency.
You are required to demonstrate a proficiency level of at least C1.
During placement/registration using your official score reports and/or documents.
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