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Istanbul Kent University
A newer private university in central Istanbul with a health sciences emphasis, offering nursing, physiotherapy and health management alongside business and…
From USD 4,400Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 2016University
About the university
Why students choose Istanbul Kent University
A newer private university in central Istanbul with a health sciences emphasis, offering nursing, physiotherapy and health management alongside business and engineering.
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: Istanbul Kent University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Country-based minimum
You need a high school degree, and the minimum average on your diploma depends on the country it is from, according to the university's list of accepted diplomas and exams.
Language certificates
TOEFL iBT 79 for English-taught programmes or TÖMER B2 for Turkish-taught programmes can be submitted if available; for English prep exemption the university asks for a TOEFL iBT certificate.
Offer and deposit
A conditional offer arrives within a week and is valid for one week; paying the non-refundable deposit (deducted from tuition) brings the official acceptance and visa support letter.
Intake
Bachelor's programmes accept international students for the Fall intake only, with applications usually open from March to September.
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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 Istanbul Kent University costs
Fee period: as published (current list)
Full annual fees before the 50% advance-payment discount, VAT included. Dentistry USD 35,000 and Pharmacy USD 18,000 for the whole programme including prep. Master's USD 2,500 to 3,500 per programme (Clinical Psychology USD 15,000).
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at international.kent.edu.tr. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateUSD 4,400 - 5,800per year
Advance Payment Scholarship50% tuition discountInternational students who pay in advance get the 50% discounted annual fee, e.g. Business Administration (English) USD 2,900 instead of USD 5,800.
Sibling Discount5% discountFor each sibling studying at the university in the same academic year.Programmes
Popular courses at Istanbul Kent University
Computer Engineering (Bachelor)
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Industrial Engineering (Bachelor)
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Business Administration (English)
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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 Istanbul Kent University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Istanbul Kent 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 Istanbul Kent University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Istanbul Kent University cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from USD 4,400 a year and go up to USD 5,800, depending on the course. Full annual fees before the 50% advance-payment discount, VAT included. Dentistry USD 35,000 and Pharmacy USD 18,000 for the whole programme including prep. Master's USD 2,500 to 3,500 per programme (Clinical Psychology USD 15,000).
Does Istanbul Kent University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Advance Payment Scholarship (50% tuition discount); Sibling Discount (5% discount). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Istanbul Kent University?
GESCO applies to Istanbul Kent University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Istanbul Kent University?
Istanbul Kent University is in Istanbul, Turkey. It was founded in 2016.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Istanbul Kent University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Istanbul Kent University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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