Study Medicine in Turkey
One location in Istanbul: Yeditepe University teaches medicine in English, no numerus clausus. The fees are high; recognition is handled on a case-by-case basis.
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Πανεπιστήμια
1 location
Δίδακτρα
40.000 EUR per year (medicine)
Κόστος διαβίωσης
600–900 EUR per month
Γλώσσα διδασκαλίας
English
Διάρκεια
6 years
Διαδικασία εισαγωγής
Direct application to the university
Αναγνώριση
Recognition varies by country. Confirm your country's specific requirements with our advisors.
Καθεστώς ΕΕ
EU candidate country
Γιατί οι διεθνείς φοιτητές σπουδάζουν εδώ
Turkey is an option for international applicants looking for an English-language medical degree at a large private university in a major city without grade-based entry restrictions. One location is offered: Yeditepe University, Faculty of Medicine, in Istanbul.
Istanbul and Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University is a private university in Istanbul teaching human medicine in English. Tuition fees are 20,000 EUR per semester; for dentistry the university lists 32,000 EUR per semester. Istanbul is the real differentiator: a city with more residents than many European countries combined, a dense network of hospitals, and a pace that does not suit everyone.
What shapes the degree
Human medicine in Turkey takes six years, divided into pre-clinical and clinical sections. Teaching is conducted entirely in English; Turkish is not required for admission. Patients speak Turkish, and anyone who wants to get the most out of the practical years will need basic Turkish. This is an investment on top of the core subject matter.
Who Turkey is suited for
Turkey suits applicants with a stable budget who want English-language instruction and are comfortable in a major city. Two considerations apply. First, the costs: 20,000 EUR per semester means 40,000 EUR per academic year, not counting living expenses. Second, recognition: Turkey is not an EU member, and a degree from Turkey is not automatically recognized in most countries. Both points should be clear before applying.
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Universities in Turkey compared: tuition, duration and language
All 40 universities in Turkey in the Medschool Experts directory, sorted by tuition per academic year.
| University | Programmes | Tuition per year | Duration | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuksek Ihtisas University, Ankara | Medicine | 9,000 € | 6 years | English |
| Ankara Medipol University | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 10,100 € | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul Health and Technology University (ISTUN) | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 10,300 € | 6 years | English |
| Lokman Hekim University, Ankara | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 13,100 € | 6 years | English |
| Maltepe University, Istanbul | Medicine | 15,500 € | 6 years | English |
| Biruni University, Istanbul | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 16,300 € | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul Atlas University | Medicine, Dentistry | 16,500 € | 6 years | English |
| Atilim University, Ankara | Medicine | 17,400 € | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul Okan University | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 18,400 € | 6 years | English |
| Uskudar University, Istanbul | Medicine, Dentistry | 18,600 € | 6 years | English |
| Altinbas University, Istanbul | Medicine, Pharmacy | 19,400 € | 6 years | English |
| Izmir University of Economics | Medicine | 19,800 € | 6 years | English |
| Halic University, Istanbul | Medicine | 20,600 € | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul Aydin University | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 21,500 € | 6 years | English |
| Istinye University, Istanbul | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 23,700 € | 6 years | English |
| Bahcesehir University, Istanbul | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 24,100 € | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul Medipol University | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | 31,000 € | 6 years | English |
| Acibadem University, Istanbul | Medicine, Pharmacy | 33,000 € | 6 years | English |
| Koc University, Istanbul | Medicine | 37,800 € | 6 years | English |
| Ankara University | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | on request | 6 years | English |
| Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Ataturk University, Erzurum | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Baskent University, Ankara | Medicine, Dentistry | on request | 6 years | English |
| Gazi University, Ankara | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Gaziantep University | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Hacettepe University, Ankara | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Inonu University, Malatya | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul Galata University | Dentistry | on request | 5 years | English |
| Istanbul Gelisim University | Dentistry | on request | 5 years | English |
| Istanbul Kent University | Dentistry, Pharmacy | on request | 5 years | English |
| Istanbul Nisantasi University | Dentistry | on request | 5 years | English |
| Istanbul University – Istanbul Faculty of Medicine | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa | Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy | on request | 6 years | English |
| Izmir Democracy University | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Izmir Katip Celebi University | Dentistry | on request | 5 years | English |
| Kocaeli Health and Technology University | Dentistry | on request | 5 years | English |
| Marmara University, Istanbul | Medicine, Dentistry | on request | 6 years | English |
| Ondokuz Mayis University, Samsun | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Ufuk University, Ankara | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
| Yeditepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul | Medicine | on request | 6 years | English |
Πόσο κοστίζουν οι σπουδές ιατρικής εδώ;
Yeditepe University charges 20,000 EUR per semester for human medicine, so 40,000 EUR per academic year. For dentistry, the university lists 32,000 EUR per semester, or 64,000 EUR per academic year. Living costs in Istanbul are realistically between 600 and 900 EUR per month.
A rough estimate for one academic year of human medicine: 40,000 EUR in tuition plus around 750 EUR per month, approximately 49,000 EUR total. This makes Turkey one of the most expensive destinations in the portfolio. Budget for the full six years, not just the first year.
Πώς λειτουργεί η διαδικασία αίτησης;
Applications go directly to Yeditepe University in Istanbul. There is no grade cutoff. The assessment is based on the overall high school diploma or equivalent, proof of English proficiency, and personal application documents. The academic year begins in autumn. Turkish is not required for admission.
Studying in Turkey requires a residence permit, applied for in person after enrollment. It is also advisable to clarify before applying whether Turkey as a study destination fits the intended professional goal, since a Turkish degree is not automatically recognized in most countries. This can be planned clearly at the start and only with great difficulty mid-degree. Medschool Experts discusses all details personally with each applicant.
Αναγνωρίζεται το πτυχίο διεθνώς;
Recognition varies by country. Confirm your country's specific requirements with our advisors at Medschool Experts.
Σπουδές και καθημερινή ζωή επιτόπου
The medical degree at Yeditepe University spans six years, with a pre-clinical section followed by clinical training at affiliated hospitals in Istanbul. Assessments are regular and closely spaced. Daily life in Istanbul differs greatly from smaller study locations: the city is vast, distances can be considerable, but public transport, affordable food, and a large international student community are real advantages.
Accommodation is in dormitories or shared apartments near the campus. Rents have risen noticeably and an early search pays off. A German-speaking student community exists but is smaller than in Hungary or Bulgaria. Turkish is picked up along the way through daily life, shopping, and patient contact.
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Συχνές ερωτήσεις σχετικά με τις σπουδές ιατρικής σε αυτή τη χώρα
Do I need specific grades to study medicine in Turkey?
No. Yeditepe University does not allocate places based solely on grades. Assessed are the overall high school diploma or equivalent and English proficiency.
Can I study medicine in English in Turkey?
Yes. The program is taught in English. Turkish is not required for admission but is needed in clinical practice and can be learned alongside the degree.
What does studying medicine in Turkey cost?
20,000 EUR per semester for human medicine, so 40,000 EUR per academic year. For dentistry: 32,000 EUR per semester. Monthly living costs are 600 to 900 EUR.
Is a Turkish medical degree recognized internationally?
Not automatically. Turkey is not an EU member. Recognition depends on your target country's requirements. Confirm your country's specific requirements with our advisors at Medschool Experts.
Can I transfer from Turkey to an EU university?
Many students plan to complete the pre-clinical section in Turkey and transfer to an EU university to graduate with an automatically recognized degree. This depends on available places and acceptance of prior credits and is never guaranteed.
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