Turkey Sabanci University Graduate Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

About

The Sabanci University Graduate Scholarship 2025 is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue master’s and PhD programs at Sabancı University, a leading privateinstitution in Istanbul, Turkey. Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and cutting-edge research, Sabancı University welcomes talented scholars from around the world to begin their studies in September 2025. This prestigious scholarship supports students across diverse disciplines, providing comprehensive financial aid to ensure they can focus on their academic and professional growth in a vibrant, global environment.

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Scholarship Details

• University: Sabancı University
• Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD
• Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
• Eligible Nationalities: All Nationalities
• Host Country: Turkey
• Location: Istanbul
• Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

Financial Benefits

The Sabanci University Graduate Scholarship offers extensive support, including:

• Full Tuition Waiver: Complete exemption from tuition fees.
• Monthly Stipend:
  • Master’s: Approximately USD 850/month (net, equivalent to ~39,000 TL/month).
  • PhD: Approximately USD 1,440/month (net, equivalent to ~66,000 TL/month).
  • PhD (Post-Qualification): Approximately USD 1,730/month (net, equivalent to ~72,000 TL/month).
• Free Accommodation: On-campus dormitory (double room for master’s, single/double for PhD based on availability).
• Laptop: Provided for academic use.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive private coverage.
• Conference Travel Support: Funding for academic conferences.
• Transportation Support: Allowance for travel between dormitory and campus.
• Project-Based Funding: Additional stipends for research projects (e.g., TÜBİTAK, EU, or industry projects, with minimums of 35,750 TL/month for master’s and 55,000–60,500 TL/month for PhD).

Study Programs

Sabancı University offers a wide range of graduate programs across its faculties:

Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences:

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Cyber Security
• Data Science
• Electronics Engineering
• Energy Technologies and Management
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Materials Science and Nano Engineering
• Mathematics
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Bioengineering
• Physics

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences:

• Cultural Studies
• Economics
• History
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Visual Arts and Visual Communication Design

Faculty of Business:

• Management

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Sabanci University Graduate Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be international students or Turkish students who completed prior education abroad (under specific conditions).
• Hold a bachelor’s degree (for master’s) or master’s degree (for PhD) from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrate academic excellence through transcripts, reference letters, and test scores (e.g., GRE, GMAT, if required by the program).
• Provide proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL IBT: 80+, IELTS: 6.5+, or equivalent; exams taken in Turkey must be at a state university).
• Submit a research proposal (for PhD applicants).
• Meet program-specific admission requirements (e.g., GPA, relevant coursework).
• Not have immediate family members employed at Sabancı University.

Note: Candidates failing the Sabancı University English Language Assessment Exam (ELAE) must complete a preparatory English course (no scholarship coverage for this period).

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by May 30, 2025 for master’s and PhD programs.

How to Apply

No separate scholarship application is required; all applicants are automatically considered upon admission. Follow these steps:

1. Choose a graduate program and review specific requirements on the Sabancı University website.
2. Complete the online application form via the university’s admission portal.
3. Submit required documents, including:
   • Official academic transcripts (notarized if not in English/Turkish)
   • Two academic letters of recommendation
   • Statement of purpose or motivation letter
   • Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
   • English proficiency test scores (TOEFL IBT, IELTS, or equivalent)
   • GRE/GMAT scores (if required by the program)
   • Copy of passport
   • CV or resume
   • Any certificates of academic achievements (e.g., competition prizes, Olympiad awards)