In this article, we review the ranking of Turkish public universities and the top 50 public universities in Turkey according to major global rankings for the year 2022.
Development Stages of Turkish Universities Worldwide
Turkish universities have undergone significant development at the local level, which has consequently contributed to their advancement at the global and international levels. The number of universities has increased significantly over the past two decades, and Turkey has opened its doors to the world, attracting students from all countries.
This expansion has led Turkey to allocate substantial budgets for education, resulting in the establishment of numerous universities and various academic disciplines. Additionally, the country has attracted students from diverse nationalities and adhered to high standards of academic competence, making Turkish universities rich in diversity and inclusivity. Moreover, Turkey has recruited some of the best specialists in every field.
The Global Standing of Turkish Public Universities
There are several global university rankings, and the most prominent ones include the QS Times Rankings, a British ranking, as well as the Australian, Spanish, and Chinese rankings. These rankings are based on various factors such as the university’s global reputation, the employability of its graduates, the student-to-faculty ratio, research citation rates, the quality of educational materials, and more. Each of these rankings follows specific criteria, and we will be using the Australian ranking as a reference.
University Name | Name in Turkish | City | Type | Global Ranking |
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Anadolu University | Anadolu Üniversitesi | Eskisehir | Public | 210 |
Istanbul Üniversitesi | Istanbul | Public | 446 | |
Bogazici University | Bogaziçi Üniversitesi | Istanbul | Public | 527 |
Ankara Üniversitesi | Ankara | Public | 551 | |
Middle East Technical University | Orta Dogu Teknik Üniversitesi | Ankara | Public | 565 |
Istanbul Technical University | Istanbul Teknik Üniversitesi | Istanbul | Public | 690 |
Hacettepe University | Hacettepe Üniversitesi | Ankara | Public | 914 |
Dokuz Eylul University | Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi | Izmir | Public | 961 |
Marmara Üniversitesi | Istanbul | Public | 1021 | |
Ataturk University | Atatürk Üniversitesi | Erzurum | Public | 1082 |
Ege University | Ege Üniversitesi | Izmir | Public | 1174 |
Gazi University | Gazi Üniversitesi | Ankara | Public | 1447 |
Selçuk University | Selçuk Üniversitesi | Selçuklu | Public | 1455 |
Sakarya University | Sakarya Üniversitesi | Sakarya | Public | 1641 |
Yildiz Technical University | Yildiz Teknik Üniversitesi | Istanbul | Public | 1673 |
Çukurova University | Çukurova Üniversitesi | Adana | Public | 1742 |
Akdeniz University | Akdeniz Üniversitesi | Antalya | Public | 1762 |
Kocaeli University | Kocaeli Üniversitesi | Kocaeli | Public | 1782 |
Erciyes University | Erciyes Üniversitesi | Kayseri | Public | 1789 |
Uludag University | Uludag Üniversitesi | Bursa | Public | 1810 |
Pamukkale University | Pamukkale Üniversitesi | Denizli | Public | 1882 |
Ondokuz Mayis University | Ondokuz Mayis Üniversitesi | Samsun | Public | 1938 |
Eskisehir Osmangazi University | Eskisehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi | Eskisehir | Public | 2125 |
Firat University | Firat Üniversitesi | Elazig | Public | 2176 |
Süleyman Demirel University | Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi | Isparta | Public | 2198 |
Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University | Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart Üniversitesi | Canakkale | Public | 2275 |
Karadeniz Technical University | Karadeniz Teknik Üniversitesi | Trabzon | Public | 2298 |
Trakya University | Trakya Üniversitesi | Edirne | Public | 2405 |
Gaziantep University | Gaziantep Üniversitesi | Gaziantep | Public | 2435 |
Afyon Kocatepe University | Afyon Kocatepe Üniversitesi | Afyonkarahisar | Public | 2520 |
Karabük University | Karabük Üniversitesi | Karabük | Public | 2729 |
Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University | Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal Üniversitesi | Bolu | Public | 2734 |
Aydın Adnan Menderes University | Aydin Adnan Menderes Üniversitesi | Aydin | Public | 2791 |
Inönü University | Inönü Üniversitesi | Malatya | Public | 2868 |
Mersin University | Mersin Üniversitesi | Yenisehir | Public | 2937 |
Sivas Cumhuriyet University | Sivas Cumhuriyet Üniversitesi | Sivas | Public | 2949 |
Izmir Institute of Technology | Izmir Yüksek Teknoloji Enstitüsü | Izmir | Public | 3027 |
Manisa Celal Bayar University | Manisa Celal Bayar Üniversitesi | Manisa | Public | 3044 |
Harran University | Harran Üniversitesi | Sanliurfa | Public | 3065 |
Balikesir University | Balikesir Üniversitesi | Balikesir | Public | 3077 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the difficulties of studying in Turkey?
Studying in Turkish universities is not difficult in itself compared to studying in other universities, despite the scientific and methodological progress offered by these universities in the world.
Some Arab students find it difficult to reside in a country other than their country of origin, especially if they do not master the Turkish language and are studying in the preparatory year, so they need some time before integrating into Turkish society.
It is a somewhat difficult issue for a student to live alone and bear full responsibility, but over time students get used to student life and find it an opportunity to build their strong personalities and expand their cultural horizons.
Are certificates issued by Turkish universities recognized?
Yes, the certificates issued by Turkish universities are among the most powerful certificates in the world, and they provide their holders with opportunities to work and complete their studies in all European countries and other countries of the world.
What is the language of study in Turkish universities?
Students can choose the language of study in all private Turkish universities between English and Turkish.
Most Turkish universities offer educational courses to strengthen the English or Turkish language to strengthen the students’ linguistic level if the student’s English or Turkish language is weak.
How much does it cost to study medicine in Türkiye?
The cost of study is one of the most important issues that students care about before taking the step to study at any university. The cost of studying medicine in Turkey varies according to the university in which the student is accepted and according to the language in which he wishes to study, whether it is Turkish or English. However, university fees for medical colleges generally range. Between 16 thousand dollars as in Atlim University in the English language and 25 thousand dollars as in the University of Bahçeşehir in the English language. We also mention, for example:
The university fees for studying medicine at Altinbas University in the English language are about 20 thousand dollars.
The university fees for studying medicine at Istanbul Aydin University in English are about 22 thousand dollars.
The university fees for studying medicine at Astinya University in English are about $21,600.
The university fees for studying medicine at Istanbul Okan University in English are about $20,500.
Is it possible to study in Turkey without a high school diploma?
After the circumstances that the region went through, many students left their country for Turkey without obtaining a high school diploma, or that they had obtained it and could not prove it, so they look with interest to obtain the answer to this question:
But the correct answer, unfortunately, is no. The student wishing to study in Turkey, regardless of his nationality, must first obtain a high school diploma as a translated and certified secondary school certificate is one of the first documents required for admission to all Turkish universities.