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Partner university · Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Okan University
A private university with campuses at Tuzla and central Istanbul, known for logistics, aviation management, health sciences and its compulsory internship…
From USD 4,500Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1999Private university
About the university
Why students choose Istanbul Okan University
A private university with campuses at Tuzla and central Istanbul, known for logistics, aviation management, health sciences and its compulsory internship semester.
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 Okan University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Registration documents
Undergraduate students register with their passport, photo, language certificate, health insurance and a translated, notarised high school diploma and transcript, plus an equivalency paper if needed.
English exemption
Students with TOEFL iBT 72, YDS 60, PTE 55 or CAE/CPE grade C skip English prep; others take the university's exam and need 80/100 to start directly. IELTS is not accepted.
Turkish programmes
Turkish-taught programmes need a B2 TÖMER certificate from the last two years, or the university's Turkish Proficiency Exam.
Acceptance and visa
Accepted students receive a full acceptance letter from the International Office and then apply for a visa at the nearest Turkish consulate.
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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 Okan University costs in 2026-2027
Medicine USD 19,500 (Turkish) to 22,500 (English) a year; Dentistry USD 15,000 to 18,000; Pharmacy USD 8,000 to 9,000; Flight Training USD 8,000 + flight school fee. Master's fees are for the whole programme (Clinical Psychology is higher).
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at study.okan.edu.tr. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateUSD 4,500 - 5,000per year
PostgraduateUSD 3,500 - 6,000per year
Advance Payment Discount5% discountFor students who pay the annual tuition in one instalment instead of two.
Full Programme Upfront Payment12% or 15% discountFor students who pay the whole programme in advance at enrolment: 12% for programmes of four years or less, 15% for five years or more.
Family Member Discount10% discountFor each student when a sibling, spouse or child is enrolled at the university at the same time.Programmes
Popular courses at Istanbul Okan University
Computer Engineering (English)
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Information Systems and Technology (English)
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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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 Okan University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Istanbul Okan 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 Okan University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Istanbul Okan University cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026-2027 start from USD 4,500 a year and go up to USD 5,000, depending on the course. Medicine USD 19,500 (Turkish) to 22,500 (English) a year; Dentistry USD 15,000 to 18,000; Pharmacy USD 8,000 to 9,000; Flight Training USD 8,000 + flight school fee. Master's fees are for the whole programme (Clinical Psychology is higher).
Does Istanbul Okan University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Advance Payment Discount (5% discount); Full Programme Upfront Payment (12% or 15% discount); Family Member Discount (10% discount). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Istanbul Okan University?
GESCO applies to Istanbul Okan University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Istanbul Okan University?
Istanbul Okan University is in Istanbul, Turkey. It was founded in 1999.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Istanbul Okan University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Istanbul Okan University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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