FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Istanbul Ticaret University
Please follow the instructions to apply for Bachelor/Master/PhD Degrees in İstanbul Ticaret University.
- Visit “Apply Now” section at https://international.ticaret.edu.tr/apply/
- Fill out the form completely and upload all requested documents.
Please be aware that all information that you wrote on the application form will be used for all official processes of your university registration. Therefore, please double-check.
You can follow up on your application status by logging into the system.
Undergraduate: Copies of your high school diploma, transcript and passport. Residence permit (if applicable), blue card (if applicable), language proficiency certificate (if applicable), exam results certificate (if applicable).
Master: Copies of your bachelor’s diploma, transcript and passport. Residence permit (if applicable), blue card (if applicable), language proficiency certificate (if applicable), exam result certificate (if applicable).
PhD: Copies of your bachelor’s and master’s degrees diplomas, transcripts and passport. Residence permit (if applicable), blue card (if applicable), language proficiency certificate (if applicable), exam results certificate (if applicable).
Please Note: If the above mentioned documents are in languages other than English or Turkish please make sure to translate them in order for our staff to properly evaluate them.
Unfortunately, there is no horizontal transfer procedure for international students. After applying and receiving acceptance, you may complete your enrollment by withdrawing from your current university and submitting the required documents. For credit transfer (course exemption) procedures, you must contact the relevant Department Chair.
Bachelor’s degree programs last overall 4 years.
Master (non-thesis) programs last overall 2 semesters.
Master (thesis) programs last overall 4 semesters.
PhD programs 8 semesters.
The Offer Letter is document prepared by the university for all the applicants. This letter contains every detail about the program duration, starting date and payment plan. Please read the letter carefully and make sure this letter CANNOT be used in Visa Application process.
This letter signifised that you are conditionally accepted at Istanbul Ticaret University. Requirements stated in the letter will need to be met before your official acceptance can be finalized.
The acceptance letter will be issued after receiving the deposit payment.
Please note: Your offer letter will be valid for ONE WEEK. The letter will be invalid in case the quota in your program is full.
- Bachelor’s degree applications are only accepted in the fall semester.
- Graduate degree applications are accepted in both fall & spring semester intakes.
Tuition, Payment and Scholarships
After the approval of your application, and the offer letter being sent, a deposit of $ 1000 should be paid to receive an acceptance letter.
The deposit is considered as a guarantee of the applicant’s intent to study at Istanbul Ticaret University. This deposit amount will be deducted from the first installment of the tuition fee for the registration. (Applicants who are citizens of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India are required to pay the first installment of the program fee as a deposit.)
The deposit can only be refunded if you prove that your visa application has been rejected with the documents you receive from the Embassy / Consulate of the Republic of Turkey and you cannot receive an acceptance letter due to the quota. Otherwise, it will not be refunded.
For details about the tution fees and the payment plan please click.
You can choose one of the payment methods below:
1) Pay by credit card at https://ticaret.netahsilat.com
2) Wire transfer to bank account of the Istanbul Ticaret University mentioned below
USD ACCOUNT:
Account Name: T.C. İstanbul Ticaret Üniversitesi
Bank Name: Vakıfbank
Branch: Mercan
Account Number (USD): 00158048000469134
IBAN (USD): TR87 0001 5001 5804 8000 4691 34
SWIFT Code: TVBATR2AXX
NOTE: Name, surname and passport number of the student has to be notified on international student tuitition fee receipt and please keep the receipt of your payment in order to confirm your payment while registration process.
The scholarship exams for Bachelor Degree are planned to be announced before the beginning of Fall Semester.
The scholarship interviews for Graduate Degree programs are planned to be announced before the beginning of each semester (both Fall and Spring Semesters).
For details of the requirements and dates please follow our website and social media accounts.
Student Visa Process
You may check the following link in order to see if your country requires you to have a visa to enter Turkey.
http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa
Official acceptance letter will be sent to you by e-mail, after completing your deposit payment.
And this will make you eligible to apply for the Student Visa in the nearest Turkish Embassy/Consulate.
- Visa application form
- Minimum 1 year valid passport
- Official acceptance letter from Istanbul Ticaret University
- Non-refundable visa fee
For more details, please contact the nearest Turkish Embassy/Consulate.
If you need to get a visa to enter Turkey, you may apply for it at the closest Turkish Embassy/Consulate with your Official Acceptance Letter which states that you will be our student here in Turkey. You may check the information for each embassy/consulate using the following link:
You may contact us by international@ticaret.edu.tr
Registration Process
For the required documents please click.
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For details about the accepted language certificates and profeciency exams please check the lists of (undergraduate program’s/ graduate program’s) required documents.
Others
After registering you will be issued “STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARD”. You will need this ID card to enter the campus and to use any facility on the campus, such as the library and computer rooms.
You will need to obtain a Student Certificate (Öğrenci Belgesi) for various administrative work, such as for the residence permit and student transportation card. You can obtain your student certificate by accessing and applying through the SIS system.
STUDENT CERTIFICATE
Student certificate is a document prepared to be given to any institution and shows the student status of the students registered in our university. Students can request this document up to 5 times in a semester using the OBS program.
TRANSCRIPT
Transcript is the grade status document that shows the final success status, semester and overall grade point averages of all the courses that the student received after completing his/her registration at the university. Students can request this document up to 5 times in a semester by using the OBS program during their student life.
You can create your student certificate and transcript requests through the OBS program as outlined in our guide.
Health insurance is mandatory when applying for the residence permit in Turkey. You can either apply for a private insurance or public one from the government institution called as SGK.
You can reach the all contact information from https://ticaret.edu.tr/en/academic-personel/.
Campus Life
Istanbul Ticaret University has two main campuses: Sütlüce and Küçükyalı.
Here is their locations in Google Maps;
Directions to Istanbul Ticaret University Sütlüce (Beyoğlu) with Public Transportation
The following transit lines have routes that pass near Istanbul Ticaret University Sütlüce Campus
Bus: 41ST, 50E, 50G, 50M,50N, 54HŞ
Bus stations near Istanbul Ticaret University, Sütlüce
Miniatürk 1 min walk
Bademlik 10 min walk
Metro: M7
Metrobus: Halıcıoğlu
Directions to İstanbul Ticaret Üniversitesi Küçükyalı with public transportation
The following transit lines have routes that pass near İstanbul Ticaret Üniversitesi Küçükyalı Campus
Bus: 130A, 130Ş, 16A, 16KH, 16S, 16U, 19B, 19FB, 19Z, 251, 500T, E-10
Bus station near Istanbul Ticaret University, Küçükyalı
Kadir Has Anadolu Lisesi 3 min walk
Monday – Friday: 08:30 – 17:30
List of Faculties and Institutes located in Sütlüce Campus:
Faculty of Business
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Communications
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Graduate School
Graduate School of Trade and Finance
List of Faculties and Institutes located in Küçükyalı Campus:
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Architecture and Design
Graduate School (Engineering Programs)
List of Faculties located in Eminönü Campüs:
TÖMER
English Prepatory Class
Certain Programs of Graduate School
*IMPORTANT NOTICE: REGARDLESS WHICH CAMPUS IS YOUR FACULTY OR INSTITUTE, YOU WILL READ ENGLISH/TURKISH PREPARATORY SCHOOL IN EMİNÖNÜ CAMPUS.
If you want to connect to the guest wifi (Ticaret-Misafir), you connect to the internet with a code sent to your mobile phone. You can also connect students’ wifi (Ticaret-Ogrenci). You can log in with your username (name.surname) and password (your OBS password) to access the university’s student WiFi.
Istanbul Ticaret University does not have its own dormitories. However, Mesut Olgun, Head of the International Student Communication and Dormitories Unit, can assist you with accommodation alternatives.
You may contact him via molgun@ticaret.edu.tr
Students can visit any of IETT application centers or kiosks, to apply for the discounted student transportation card.
Required Documents:
- Student Certificate in Turkish
- Card fee
- Passport / Residence Permit
- Personal Photograph
Additionally, you can also check our website for university shuttle services for free.
Yes. You may follow the International Student Community on social media to stay informed about activities.
You can also find the full list of student clubs on our website.
The Career Planning Center provides counseling services for students and graduates.
📧 kamer@ticaret.edu.tr
As the International Office, we are always happy to assist you.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via international@ticaret.edu.tr or our WhatsApp line +90 507 157 70 15.
