How can I apply?
You can apply by uploading the required documents from the online application section. Applications can also be made by coming to the Social and Science Institutes in person and submitting the necessary documents.
I do not have ALES. Can I apply to Master's Programs?
If you do not have an ALES document or if you cannot get a standard 55 point from the relevant score type, this does not prevent you from applying to Master's Programs. You can register as a "Special Student" if the relevant Institute deems it appropriate. Special students cannot benefit from normal student rights, they cannot get a student certificate and pass. When our male candidates become special students, they cannot benefit from military service postponement.
When can I apply as a special student?
As a special student, it is necessary to apply to the relevant institute before the start of education by filling out the FR 01 Özel_Student_Application_Dilekçesi.doc form.
What is the validity period of ALES Score?
The validity period of the ALES score is 5 years.
How many do I need to take in order to be successful in Scientific Preparation courses?
A graduate student who is accepted to the scientific preparation program must complete all of the scientific preparation program courses with a minimum grade of CC in order to start the program he/she has applied for.
What is my right of absence?
Attendance to the programs is essential. Although absenteeism depends on the course and the lecturer of the relevant course, in general, 70% attendance is required.
Do I have the right to freeze my registration in master's degree?
With the decision of the Graduate School, students may be granted a freezing permit, provided that the reasons such as illness, military service, financial and family reasons, being assigned to study abroad or related to their education are documented. Leave periods are not included in the study period. The right to freeze registration for a maximum of 2 semesters is given.
Can I start my master's program in the spring semester?
Students are admitted to graduate programs in the spring semester. Generally, all programs also open for the spring semester. You can get information from our Institute about which programs will be opened in the spring term.
Can I be exempted from the courses I took from the previous university?
A student who has previously studied at any higher education institution whose equivalence has been accepted by YÖK can request an exemption for the courses he has taken and succeeded in, by applying to the institute with the original transcript and course content. The student has to make the exemption request within five days at the latest from the start of the classes in the first semester of registration at the University.
How are postponing military service procedures carried out in graduate programs and how long is it?
Deferral procedures are carried out for each student who submits his/her Military Status Document with the last one-month date showing the transfer deferral date while enrolling in the Graduate Programs.
Postponement period in Doctorate Programs is 6 years, - Postponement period in Master's Programs with Thesis is 3 years and 4 months, in Non-Thesis Master's Programs, the postponement period is 1.5 years.
Note: For those who have graduated from any postgraduate program at the same level before, Military Service Postponement is not carried out. Transfer delays for students enrolled in Graduate Programs are made until the end of the maximum 35 years of age. Students who exceed the maximum duration of the program they are registered with are not subject to referral delays.
How long does it take to finish my courses and seminars in Master's Programs with Thesis?
In Master's Programs with Thesis, at least 7 courses and seminars must be completed within 4 semesters (2 years). Otherwise, you will be dismissed by the institute.
Can I also complete my courses, seminar and thesis in four semesters?
You can complete at least 7 courses, seminars and thesis in four semesters (2 years). At the end of four semesters (2 years), courses/seminars are completed, but if the thesis is not completed, you will be given 2 more semesters (1 year). However, these periods are subject to a fee.
Is it necessary to renew registration every semester in Master's Programs with Thesis/Non-Thesis?
Thesis and Non-Thesis Master's Programs are required to re-register each semester. In the period where the registration is not renewed, your student transactions cannot be made and will be counted from your period.
Last updated: 26 October 2026