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Istanbul Gelisim University is a private, non-profit university in Istanbul. Although it was founded in 2008, the university has already established itself as a modern institution providing high quality education. There are three faculties, two vocational schools and three institutes. At the moment the university has about 39,000 students from different countries, which creates a unique international environment for learning and exchange of experience. The university’s campus in the European part of Istanbul includes an extensive research complex with more than 100 laboratories available to students. In addition, the university has more than 20 research centers that deal with 10 different fields ranging from automotive to health care and 5 subject libraries. Istanbul Gelisim University actively supports entrepreneurship and innovation among students and faculty by providing them with resources and counseling to realize their projects and ideas. The university has a technology development office and a research project coordination department and offers internship programs. In addition, the university assists in patenting and commercializing inventions, which opens new opportunities and perspectives for students.
When it comes to providing international opportunities, Gelisim University has 382 agreements under the Erasmus+ program with 142 universities from 27 European countries. In addition, the university participates in the Bilateral Cooperation Program, in which the university collaborates with prestigious institutions around the world. Especially for those who want to strengthen academic ties and develop research projects, opportunities to work on projects in countries such as Japan, Russia, USA, Azerbaijan, Indonesia and many others are available.
Istanbul Gelisim University has achieved impressive results in the Impact Ranking 2024 by Times Higher Education (THE). The university ranked 6th in the Affordable and Clean Energy category, up 6 positions from last year, and was the leader among private universities in Turkey. In the overall ranking, where 2,152 universities participated, İGÜ was ranked 27th in Turkey and 7th among private universities in the country, entering the range of 801-1000 best universities in the world. “We intend to continue our efforts to increase energy efficiency,” the university states.
In addition to 81 student clubs where students can participate in social, cultural, academic and sporting events, Gelisim University regularly organizes student integration activities such as Coffee Talks, Movie Nights and English Speaking activities. The campus also provides a variety of sports facilities, including basketball and volleyball courts, tennis courts and an indoor gymnasium, allowing students to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
Istanbul Gelisim University does not have its own dormitories. However, the university’s international office staff tries to help find private dormitories and apartments close to the university.
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture (English)
Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences (English and Turkish)
Faculty of Applied Sciences (English and Turkish)
Faculty of Fine Arts (Turkish)
Faculty of Dentistry (Turkish)
Faculty of Health Sciences (English)
Gelisim University tuition fees start at $3500. Contact us to apply for discounts and get help from qualified Turkish university admissions experts.
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Gelisim University’s campus is very convenient: all buildings are grouped in blocks and are close to each other right in the center of the city, making everything students need accessible. In addition, the university offers many programs that support projects and startups, and has a huge number of laboratories to work on them. This creates a great environment for developing an entrepreneurial spirit and inspires you to create something new.
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