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Modern universities, affordable fees, programmes in English and a familiar culture. Turkey has become one of the favourite destinations for Algerian students.
Ask on WhatsAppProcessing time: 2 to 6 weeks for the student visa Türkiye Bursları scholarships: applications early in the year
Scholarships
Türkiye Bursları: tuition, housing and allowance covered
Why study in Turkey?
Why choose Turkey
Excellent value for money, between Europe and Asia.
Affordable fees
Tuition and living costs well below Western Europe.
Full scholarships
The Türkiye Bursları programme covers studies, housing and an allowance.
Programmes in English
Many courses in English, with an optional Turkish year.
A familiar culture
Familiar landmarks and a strong North African community.
Well connected
Istanbul is an air hub with direct flights to Algeria.
Modern campuses
Well-equipped public and private universities.
Programmes and pathways
How to study in Turkey
Public universities, private universities or government scholarships.
Scholarship
Türkiye Bursları
A highly selective government scholarship covering almost all costs.
- Tuition, housing and allowance
- Turkish language year included
- Online application early in the year
Public universities
Admission by file or exam
Admission based on school records, the SAT or the universities' own exams.
- Lower fees
- Programmes in Turkish or English
Private universities
Simplified admission
Private (foundation) universities with more flexible admissions and frequent discounts.
- Many programmes in English
- Merit-based discounts
Preparatory year
Turkish or English
A language year before the programme if your level isn't sufficient yet.
- University language centres (TÖMER)
- Placement test on arrival
Your journey
From Algeria to a Turkish campus
Admission, visa and residence permit: we support you all the way.
- 01
Choosing the university
Public, private or scholarship: we compare options for your profile.
- 02
Application
File, translations and any exams.
- 03
Admission letter
Receiving the acceptance and paying fees if needed.
- 04
Student visa
File for the consulate and appointment booking.
- 05
Residence permit
Student ikamet application after arrival, housing and insurance.
Frequently asked questions about studying in Turkey
Allow 2 to 6 weeks after submission at the consulate, once you have your admission letter.
Student work is regulated and requires a permit. It's easier for master's and PhD students.
Work permits are possible with a job offer, particularly with international companies in Istanbul.
Public fees are moderate and living costs remain affordable. Private universities cost more but often offer discounts.
For English programmes: IELTS, TOEFL or an internal test. For Turkish: a level test or preparatory year.
Yes. We support you from choosing the programme to settling in: applications, language test preparation, visa file, housing and departure. You keep the same advisor from start to finish.
Free, by ISA
The documents this application requires
Three free tools. Start with the CV and add the rest when your application needs it.
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The format expected for this destination, filled in by you, downloaded as a PDF.
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What this destination expects from a CV, step by step, before you build it.
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