Sabancı University is a non-profit research university founded in 1994 and regularly counted among the best universities in Türkiye. All teaching is in English and built around an interdisciplinary model, where engineering and natural sciences, management, and arts and social sciences work closely together. Admission is selective, so it suits strong students who are thinking about an academic or research career.
Why Sabancı?
- Up to 75% off tuition with high SAT or YÖS scores
- Ranked 351–400 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 — one of Türkiye's leading universities
- All 55 programs taught in English
- Interdisciplinary, research-driven approach to learning
Programs and tuition (per year, before discounts)
| Program | Language | Tuition fee |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Engineering | English | $36,500 / year |
| Economics | English | $36,500 / year |
| Psychology | English | $36,500 / year |
| Political Science and International Relations | English | $36,500 / year |
| Molecular Biology, Genetics and Bioengineering | English | $36,500 / year |
Master's: $11,000–18,000 for the whole degree. PhD: $18,000 for the whole degree.
Admission requirements
- Bachelor's: school certificate and transcript (translated) + SAT or YÖS score
- Master's / PhD: bachelor's (master's) diploma and transcript
- Selective admission: a strong GPA gives you an edge (requirements vary by program)
- As every program is in English, you'll need a language certificate or the university's placement test
Documents needed: passport copy, certificate/diploma and transcript (translated), English certificate, passport photo. Intake: there is no active intake right now — ask our counsellor about the next window and we'll get your documents ready in advance. Housing: Istanbul offers private dormitories for female and male students — we help you choose.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need SAT or YÖS? — Yes. The higher your score, the bigger the discount — up to 75%.
- How long does the application take? — Once the intake opens and your documents are ready, a decision usually comes within a few weeks.
- I don't speak Turkish — can I still study? — Yes, every program at Sabancı is taught in English. Turkish isn't required, but your English needs to be strong.
- How do I get the discount? — High SAT or YÖS scores can bring up to 75% off tuition. Our counsellor will tell you what discount your score qualifies for.