Explore a Bridge Between East & West — Build Your Future in Turkey
Turkey offers globally‐recognised higher education at a much lower cost compared to many Western destinations. Tuition for many bachelor programmes starts from just a few thousand USD.
Living costs are also relatively modest, enabling Pakistani students to live comfortably while studying.
Many Turkish universities provide English-medium programmes in engineering, business, medicine, and other fields. The student population is diverse and international-friendly, making it a good fit for Pakistani students looking for global exposure.
Turkey runs generous scholarship programmes (such as the Türkiye Scholarships) which cover full tuition, accommodation, a monthly stipend, and more.
This makes Turkey especially attractive for students needing financial support.
There are many Turkish institutions that admit international students, including those from Pakistan. Popular study fields are:
Tuition and entry requirements vary by university and programme.
Tuition Fees (Approximate Annual, 2025)
Living Expenses (Monthly Estimate)
Note: Always check the specific university’s fee schedule and city cost: Istanbul usually costs more than smaller cities.
It’s critical to apply early and check deadlines (often January-February for the major scholarship scheme).
Academic Requirements
English Language & Other Requirements
If the programme is English-taught you may need proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) or university’s own test.
If programme is Turkish medium, you may need basic Turkish or take a Turkish preparation year.
Key Documents
Steps to Apply:
Work While Studying
Generally, international students in Turkey do not have automatic full-work rights during studies. Work permission may be limited or subject to university/permit conditions.
It’s important to check with the university and immigration office for latest work-permission rules.
While Turkey may not have as broad post-study work routes as some Western countries, a degree from a recognised Turkish institution in an English-taught programme can provide global employability and possibly pathways into Turkey or other markets.
Additionally, Turkish universities often have strong networks, internships and collaborations with industry.
Tuition fees vary significantly depending on institution, course and medium of instruction. Many bachelor programmes at public universities cost ~$1,000-8,000 USD per year. Living costs might range ~$400-800 USD/month.
Not always — if the programme is taught in Turkish, Turkish language proficiency may be needed instead of English. For English-taught programmes many universities do require English test scores or proof of English-medium prior education.
You must show you can cover tuition + living expenses. A bank statement or scholarship letter is typically required. The exact “amount” may vary based on the university and city.
Under standard student visas, automatic part-time work rights may be limited. You must check permit conditions and confirm with university.
Yes — The Türkiye Scholarships programme is one of the largest and covers many international students from Pakistan. Many universities also offer merit‐based scholarships.
Lower cost of study, English-taught programmes, access to both European and Asian cultural environments, scholarships, and an international student community.
