High school diploma
Applicants can apply with their national high school diploma: a minimum of 60/100 is needed for English- and Turkish-taught programmes, and 90/100 for the School of Medicine.
Partner university · Istanbul, Turkey
Acibadem University
Established in 2007 by the Acibadem healthcare group and focused almost entirely on health sciences, with medicine, dentistry, nursing and health management…
From USD 8,500Undergraduate fee per year
About the university
Why students choose Acibadem University
Established in 2007 by the Acibadem healthcare group and focused almost entirely on health sciences, with medicine, dentistry, nursing and health management taught alongside its own hospital network.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Acibadem University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
SAT
Minimum SAT I scores are 1100 for English programmes, 830 for Turkish programmes and 1400 (with at least 700 in Math) for Medicine.
TR-YÖS
TR-YÖS results are accepted with a minimum of 350 for most programmes and 450 for Medicine.
Exam validity
School-leaving exams such as Tawjihi have no expiry for application purposes, while university entrance exams (SAT, ACT, TR-YÖS) are valid for two years.
Final decision
Meeting the minimum scores does not guarantee a place; admission is decided by the Faculty Commission after evaluation.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Acibadem University costs in 2026-2027
Medicine USD 36,000 a year; Pharmacy USD 16,000; English prep school USD 5,500; associate degrees USD 3,500. Fees include VAT.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at acibadem.edu.tr. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateUSD 8,500 - 15,000per year
ACU International Student ScholarshipAwarded by the ACU Scholarship Committee to international applicants to associate and undergraduate programmes based on academic record, exam scores, interviews and achievements; covers tuition only and is not valid for prep school.Programmes
Popular courses at Acibadem University
Nursing (English)
Course page
Medicine (English, M.D.)
6 years Course page
Biomedical Engineering (English, BSc)
4 years Course page
Computer Engineering (English)
Course page
Psychology (English)
Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Acibadem University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Acibadem University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Acibadem University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Acibadem University cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026-2027 start from USD 8,500 a year and go up to USD 15,000, depending on the course. Medicine USD 36,000 a year; Pharmacy USD 16,000; English prep school USD 5,500; associate degrees USD 3,500. Fees include VAT.
Does Acibadem University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. ACU International Student Scholarship. We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Acibadem University?
GESCO applies to Acibadem University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Acibadem University?
Acibadem University is in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Acibadem University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Acibadem University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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