FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
For a bachelor’s degree at a Turkish private university, a Moroccan applicant usually needs a high school diploma, an academic transcript and a passport copy. Some programs ask for more: Architecture, for example, may require a portfolio. Which university and city suit you depends on the program you want.
Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya all have private universities that accept international students. They differ in the kind of city they are and in the cost of living.
What to weigh before you choose Turkey
Compare these points for each university on your list:
- the language of instruction, English or Turkish
- tuition against your family’s budget
- the city and its living costs
- the support the university gives international students
- internships and links with employers
Universities to look at
The table below lists seven private universities: Bahçeşehir, Altınbaş, Istanbul Gelişim, Üsküdar, Acıbadem, Antalya Bilim and İzmir University of Economics. Five are in Istanbul, one is in Antalya and one is in Izmir.
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Ask each university about internship options and international partnerships, because both vary from one university to the next.
Programs to consider
Choose the program first, then compare the universities that teach it. Check the language of instruction, fee and duration for each program before you shortlist it.
Programs Moroccan students apply to
- Business Administration
- Computer Engineering
- Dentistry
- Architecture
- International Relations
Business Administration and International Trade suit students who plan careers that cross borders between Morocco, Europe and the Middle East. Computer Engineering suits students interested in digital careers.
Newer programs
Data science, artificial intelligence, aviation management and new media are also available. The table lists one program in each, with its fee, language and duration.
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Admission requirements
For a bachelor’s degree, universities generally ask for a high school diploma, an academic transcript and a passport copy, plus other documents that depend on the university. Browse the programs on our website to see the requirements for other degree levels.
Some programs, such as Architecture, may require a portfolio, so check the department’s own criteria before you apply. If a document is not in English, the university may ask for a translation, so allow time for that before the deadline.
Application timeline
Most universities open applications at the start of the year. Reviews often happen on a rolling basis, so early submission gives you an advantage. Universities also look at how steady your grades are across subjects.
Teaching style
Classes often include presentations, teamwork and applied projects, and some universities build industry partnerships into coursework. Ask the department how its courses are taught.
Student life
Many universities have an international office that offers orientation and mentorship programs. Ask what yours provides, and whether Moroccan students have a student association there.
Halal food is easy to find in Turkish cities, and the big cities have public transport networks.
Istanbul and the other cities
Istanbul offers diversity, corporate internships and a busy cultural life, but it also costs more to live there. Ankara has quieter academic surroundings. Izmir is a coastal city with modern urban infrastructure. Antalya’s tourism industry makes it a natural choice for tourism and hospitality students.
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