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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 174 Universities in Turkey

The Republic of Turkey is divided into 81 provinces (Turkish: il), which are further subdivided into 973 districts (Turkish: ilçe). The majority of higher education institutions meeting the uniRank selection criteria are located in the province of Istanbul, which hosts the largest city, Istanbul. The following uniRank sub-rankings and league tables consider all provinces that include at least one Turkish higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Adana (2)  
Adiyaman (1)  
Afyonkarahisar (1)  
Agri (1)  
Aksaray (1)  
Amasya (1)  
Ankara (15)  
Antalya (5)  
Ardahan (1)  
Artvin (1)  
Aydin (1)  
Balikesir (2)  
Bartin (1)  
Batman (1)  
Bayburt (1)  
Bilecik (1)  
Bingol (1)  
Bitlis (1)  
Bolu (1)  
Burdur (1)  
Bursa (2)  
Canakkale (1)  
Cankiri (1)  
Corum (1)  
Denizli (1)  
Diyarbakir (1)  
Düzce (1)  
Edirne (1)  
Elazig (1)  
Erzincan (1)  
Erzurum (2)  
Eskisehir (2)  
Gaziantep (3)  
Giresun (1)  
Gumushane (1)  
Hakkari (1)  
Hatay (2)  
Igdir (1)  
Isparta (1)  
Istanbul (52)  
Izmir (8)  
Kahramanmaras (1)  
Karabuk (1)  
Karaman (1)  
Kars (1)  
Kastamonu (1)  
Kayseri (3)  
Kilis (1)  
Kirikkale (1)  
Kirklareli (1)  
Kirsehir (1)  
Kocaeli (2)  
Konya (4)  
Kutahya (1)  
Malatya (1)  
Manisa (1)  
Mardin (1)  
Mersin (3)  
Mugla (1)  
Mus (1)  
Nevsehir (1)  
Nigde (1)  
Ordu (1)  
Osmaniye (1)  
Rize (1)  
Sakarya (1)  
Samsun (1)  
Sanliurfa (1)  
Siirt (1)  
Sinop (1)  
Sirnak (1)  
Sivas (1)  
Tekirdag (1)  
Tokat (1)  
Trabzon (2)  
Tunceli (1)  
Usak (1)  
Van (1)  
Yalova (1)  
Yozgat (1)  
Zonguldak (1)  

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Overview of Turkey Universities

Turkey's higher education system features diverse universities regulated by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK). The landscape includes public universities funded by the state and private (foundation) universities. Institutions range from comprehensive universities offering broad disciplines to specialized technical schools. All accredited universities follow the Bologna Process, facilitating international recognition. Key characteristics include research-intensive programs, three-cycle degree structures (Bachelor's, Master's, PhD) and growing English-medium instruction. Major education hubs include Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir.

Top 10 Turkey Universities

1. Anadolu University (Anadolu Üniversitesi)
   Country Rank: 1, World Rank: 277. Located in Eskisehir, Eskisehir Province. Established 1982. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
2. Boğaziçi University (Boğaziçi Üniversitesi) (BÜ)
   Country Rank: 2, World Rank: 364. Located in Istanbul, Istanbul Province. Established 1971. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
3. Middle East Technical University (Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi) (ODTÜ/METU)
   Country Rank: 3, World Rank: 507. Located in Ankara, Ankara Province. Established 1956. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
4. İstanbul Technical University (İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi) (İTÜ)
   Country Rank: 4, World Rank: 657. Located in Istanbul, Istanbul Province. Established 1944. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
5. İstanbul University (İstanbul Üniversitesi)
   Country Rank: 5, World Rank: 748. Located in Istanbul, Istanbul Province. Established 1933. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
6. Bilkent University (Bilkent Üniversitesi)
   Country Rank: 6, World Rank: 826. Located in Ankara, Ankara Province. Established 1984. Private research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
7. Hacettepe University (Hacettepe Üniversitesi) (HÜ)
   Country Rank: 7, World Rank: 844. Located in Ankara, Ankara Province. Established 1967. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
8. Ankara University (Ankara Üniversitesi) (AU)
   Country Rank: 8, World Rank: 861. Located in Ankara, Ankara Province. Established 1946. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
9. Ege University (Ege Üniversitesi) (EÜ)
   Country Rank: 9, World Rank: 1009. Located in İzmir, Izmir Province. Established 1955. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
10. Dokuz Eylül University (Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi) (DEÜ)
    Country Rank: 10, World Rank: 1114. Located in İzmir, Izmir Province. Established 1982. Public research university. Comprehensive institution offering diverse fields at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.

Analysis of University Types

Turkey's 174 universities comprise 111 public institutions (64%) and 63 private universities (36%). This distribution reflects a predominantly state-funded higher education system complemented by significant private sector involvement. Major cities like Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir host the highest concentrations of both public and private institutions.

Global Ranking and Standing

While no Turkish universities currently rank in the global top 200, 8 institutions (5% of Turkey's total) appear in the top 1,000 worldwide. This includes comprehensive research universities like Middle East Technical University and Boğaziçi University. These top-ranked Turkey universities demonstrate competitive international research output and academic programs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are Turkey's most prestigious universities?
Boğaziçi University, Middle East Technical University and Bilkent University are consistently ranked among Turkey's top institutions for academic excellence and research output.

Are English-taught programs available in Turkey?
Yes, many universities offer English-medium programs, particularly in engineering, business and international relations. Top universities like METU and Boğaziçi have significant English course offerings.

What is the cost of studying in Turkey?
Public universities offer lower tuition fees (typically $300-1,500/year for international students), while private institutions range from $5,000-20,000/year. Living costs vary by location.

Do Turkish universities accept international students?
Yes, Turkey actively welcomes international students with streamlined visa processes. Over 200,000 international students currently study in Turkish universities.

How does Turkey's higher education system compare internationally?
Turkey participates in the Bologna Process, ensuring degree compatibility with European standards. Many programs offer exchange opportunities through Erasmus+ partnerships.

Since 2005, UniRank provides original research, valuable information and resources to help you explore and make informed decisions about Turkish universities and their online presence.

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