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Study in Kahramanmaraş

This guide explains student life in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, including an estimated monthly student budget of $400, Hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters typical of a Mediterranean-continental transitional climate., Student Residence Permit (Öğrenci İkamet İzni) guidance, 2 universities. Explore verified details for Turkey below.

Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
Kahramanmaraş, Turkey — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$400
Climate
Hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters typical of a Mediterranean-continental transitional climate.
Safety score
60/100
English friendliness
20%
Student visa
Student Residence Permit (Öğrenci İkamet İzni)
Work while studying
International undergraduate students can work up to 24 hours per week after completing their first year of study.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$150
  • Food$150
  • Transport$30
  • Leisure$70

Rent is for ageneral estimate for a room in a shared flat or student dormitory, as no official university rates were available.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Very low cost of living compared to major Turkish cities
  • Rich local culture and gastronomy, famous for its traditional ice cream
  • Authentic Turkish immersion with few international distractions

Considerations

  • Very limited English spoken, requiring Turkish proficiency for daily life
  • The city and region are still recovering from the devastating 2023 earthquakes
  • Fewer social and leisure amenities than Istanbul or Ankara

Student housing in Kahramanmaraş

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Kahramanmaraş, Turkey. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Kahramanmaraş

Figures for Kahramanmaraş are researched estimates and are not taken from an official published budget, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024. Last reviewed September 2026.

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