Atatürk University
International Students
5%
Global Ranking
#1200
Acceptance Rate
60%
Tuition
Varies by program
About Atatürk University
Atatürk University is a prominent public research university located in Erzurum, Turkey, and one of the leading higher education institutions in Eastern Anatolia. Ranked 7th in Turkey and 801–1000 globally by Times Higher Education (2027), the university offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs across a wide range of faculties and institutes, including medicine, dentistry, engineering, science, agriculture, law, education, and communication. With over 9,400 graduate students enrolled across 341 postgraduate programs and strong international engagement through Erasmus+ and other partnerships, Atatürk University is a major hub for scientific research and innovation.
Institution profile
- Short name
- Atatürk Üniversitesi
- Founded
- 1957
- Ownership
- public
- Institution type
- University
- Selectivity
- moderately selective
- Research university
- Yes
- Global ranking
- #1200
- National ranking
- #7
- Ranking year
- 2027
- Graduate employment
- 75%
- Visa support
- Available
Should you apply?
Key signals to help you make a confident decision.
High acceptance rate
60% — relatively accessible
Scholarships available
Funding opportunities exist for international students
English requirements defined
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or university's internal proficiency exam) for English-taught programs.
Verified English-taught programs
See individual programs for their teaching language and entry requirements.
Admissions
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Language req.
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or university's internal proficiency exam) for English-taught programs.
- Application deadlines
- 2024-07-31
Academics
- Language
- Turkish
- Degrees
- Bachelor, PhD
Cost & support
- Tuition
- Varies by program
- Scholarships
- Available
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Tuition & living costs
Tuition: Varies by program
See individual programs for official fees and student categories.
About
A leading public research university in Erzurum, Turkey, ranked 7th in Turkey (THE 2027) and 801–1000 globally, designated a national Research University, committed to scientific excellence and international engagement.
Official resources
Contact admissions
- General contact
- bilgi@atauni.edu.tr+90 442 231 11 11
Ready to apply?
Start your application on the university's official site.