1. Original Student Certificate from the home university.
2. Transcript
3. Full names of both parents, with the proof if possible.
4. Passport copy (passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of exchange period).
5. ID Copy (If you have)
6. Application form
The students shall:
• Be citizens or permanent residents of the country of their home university, or hold a valid temporary visa for that country
• Have completed at least one (1) year of full-time study at the home institution
• Have good to excellent academic performance records
• Students, whose first language is not English must meet minimum English language proficiency requirements. Istanbul Medipol University requires a TOEFL-IBT (Home Edition is not accepted) with minimum score of 84, or Cambridge English Advanced with minimum score of B, or Cambridge English Proficiency with minimum score of B, or PTE Academic with minimum score of 71, or Oxford Test of English (All Modules) with minimum score of B2, or IELTS with minimum overall score of 6.5. Students, whose first language is English and/or those, who graduated from high school in a country where English is the official langauge are exempted from any kind of English language proficiency exam.
Academic achievement reports will be sent to the student's Home university at the conclusion of each semester, not later than four (4) weeks after the last day of final examinations. This will be achieved through a university transcript.
Any fees, transportation and living expenses, health insurance, medical costs, food and/or any required meal plan, housing, books and other study costs are to be borne by the guest students or their Home institution.
Both institutions will provide the name and detailed contact information of the Exchange Liaison who will be responsible for all matters during the student application process, academic counseling, and assisting students upon arrival.
International students have a variety of options to meet their accommodation needs throughout their educational life in Türkiye. Students can stay in university dormitories located within the campuses, in private dormitories, or in the apartments they rent in the city.
For more information please contact the following website: https://yurt.teba.org.tr/
Students shall be responsible for obtaining any necessary visas and otherwise complying with all immigration laws and regulations of the country of the Host institution. The Host institution shall cooperate in such efforts, but shall not have any responsibility to assure the granting of any visas, permits or approvals.
The Host institution will reasonably assist incoming exchange students in obtaining visas and other documents required by the Host country government immigration authorities to the extent permitted by law.
Benefit from exceptional programs in medicine, law, engineering, and more with state-of-the-art-facilities and expert faculty.
Experience the rich cultural diversity of Istanbul, a city that bridges Europe and Asia.
Gain access to valuable internships, networking oppurtunities, and cutting-edge research projects.
Engage in international collaborations and multicultural exchanges, preparing you for a successful global career.
Enjoy comprehensive student services, modern campuses, and a vibrant community for a fulfilling academic journey.
Living and studying in Istanbul offers students the chance to improve their language skills, particularly in English and Turkish, which are valuable assets in today’s globalized world.
Emphasize the ease of traveling from İstanbul to other iconic Turkish cities, offering students the chance to experience the country’s diverse culture, history and landscapes.
Being an exchange student enhances adaptability, boosts self-confidence, and fosters cultural sensitivity, contributing to both personal and professional growth.
Students are required to study either Turkish, English, or both, depending on their department's language of instruction (70% Turkish, 30% English for bilingual programs). Placement into language classes is based on proficiency. After completing the Foundation Year or passing the exemption exam, students proceed to their academic programs.
Courses in the Language School vary according to the registered programs, and please note that the fee for materials (books, etc.) used during the Foundation Year is not included in the annual tuition fee. Students are responsible for making an extra payment for these materials.
Exemption from the English Foundation Year is granted to students with international English proficiency certificates (TOEFL, IELTS, CAE, etc.) or those who have completed an English Foundation Year at another university. Transfer students and those who completed secondary education in English-speaking countries may also qualify for exemption.
Exemption from the Turkish Foundation Year is available to students who pass the Turkish Proficiency Exam, assessing listening, reading, writing, and speaking. The exam is conducted in two stages, and students who meet the required scores will be exempt from the preparatory program.
Please note that the final decision regarding exemption from the Foundation Year is at the discretion of the Language School Directorate.
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B. If you meet the requirements below, you will be exempted from the English Foundation year.
1. Those who have studied and successfully completed an English Foundation Year at another university in Türkiye or abroad, will be exempted from English Foundation Year on condition that they submit a certificate.
2. Domestic and international students who apply for lateral transfer will be exempted from the English Foundation Year providing that they have studied for at least one year at a college/university in Türkiye or abroad where the medium of instruction is English.
3. Those who have completed their secondary education at a secondary education institution in a country where the medium of instruction is deemed as mother-tongue, at least within the last three years, will be exempted. Students ought to submit their transcripts and diplomas to the Language School Directorate.
International students in departments where the medium of instruction is Turkish or partly Turkish will take a Turkish Proficiency Exam at the beginning of the academic year. Students who achieve the required score in listening, reading, writing, and speaking sections will be exempt from the Turkish Foundation Year. Those who do not pass will be placed in the appropriate level of Turkish language classes.
The exam is conducted in two stages:
Stage 1: The exam covers listening, reading, and writing skills. Students who score below 13 in any of these skills are not eligible to participate in the speaking exam. Students who score 80 or above out of 100 in the areas tested in the first stage are exempt from taking the second stage.
Stage 2: The names of students who score 13 or higher in all skills during the first stage will be announced on the website of Turkish . Students eligible for the speaking exam will be informed of the exam date and time. Students who score a total of at least 70 points in the speaking exam are exempt from the preparatory program and can begin their departmental courses. Students who do not achieve a score of 70 will be placed into classes suitable for their level in the Turkish Preparatory School and will start their education there.
