Cost of studying in Turkey & Northern Cyprus 2026–2027
Tuition, dormitories and living costs on one page — only verified figures, with source and date.
How much does a year of study in Turkey and Northern Cyprus cost?
Verified 2026–2027 annual tuition at 6 universities ranges from USD 6,400 to USD 44,000 (28 programs with verified fees). Some figures are net of the university’s own official scholarship. Verified dormitories in Istanbul: TRY 312,000–558,000 a year. Total cost = tuition + dormitory + living costs. Applying through Taktik is free and tuition is paid directly to the university.
Fees for 2026–2027 · Last checked
How much does each field cost in 2026–2027?
Annual tuition range of programs with verified fees; open a field for the full university table.
| Field | Annual tuition range | Verified programs | Universities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | USD 14,510–44,000* | 10 | 6 |
| Dentistry | USD 10,000–36,000* | 6 | 4 |
| Pharmacy | USD 7,629–18,000* | 6 | 4 |
| Computer Engineering | USD 6,799–15,000* | 2 | 2 |
| Nursing | USD 8,500 | 1 | 1 |
| Psychology | USD 6,400–8,000* | 2 | 2 |
| Gastronomy | USD 6,527* | 1 | 1 |
* Some figures in this range are net of the university’s own official scholarship; see each program page.
What is the lowest verified tuition at each university?
| University | City | Lowest verified tuition | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMU | Famagusta | USD 6,400 (after a 60% scholarship) | Psychology (English) |
| İstinye | Istanbul | USD 8,000 | Psychology (English) |
| Acıbadem | Istanbul | USD 8,500 | Nursing (English) |
| Medipol | Istanbul | USD 12,000 | Pharmacy (30% English) |
| Haliç | Istanbul | USD 21,400 | Medicine (Turkish) |
| BAU | Istanbul | USD 24,000 | Dentistry (English) |
| Altınbaş | Istanbul | Being verified | — |
| Biruni | Istanbul | Being verified | — |
| CIU | Nicosia | Being verified | — |
| Aydın | Istanbul | Being verified | — |
| Okan | Istanbul | Being verified | — |
| Near East | Nicosia | Being verified | — |
| Üsküdar | Istanbul | Being verified | — |
| Yeditepe | Istanbul | Being verified | — |
How much are dormitories in each city?
Prices from official dormitory lists, for verified dormitories only.
| City | Dormitory price range | Verified dormitories |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | TRY 312,000–558,000 a year | 2 · 4 dormitories being verified |
| Nicosia | — | — |
| Famagusta | USD 1,540–5,100 a year | 4 |
What do students spend on living costs in each city?
Only figures the universities publish themselves; other cities have no verified figure yet.
Istanbul
No verified figure yet
Nicosia
No verified figure yet
Famagusta
Per the university's guide, USD 300–500 a month; about USD 11,000–16,500 a year in total, and USD 19,000–28,000 for medicine (According to EMU’s guide)
How much is the preparatory (language) year?
- Acıbadem: USD 5,500
What will my total cost be?
Pick a field, a university and a dormitory and the calculator adds up the yearly and full-programme cost from the same data.
Frequently asked questions
Who do I pay tuition to?
Tuition is paid directly to the university. Applying through Taktik is free for students, and the university decides on admission.
What does “being verified” mean?
The figure has not yet been matched with the university’s official list for this academic year. Taktik does not publish unverified figures.
Which currency are fees in?
University tuition on this page is annual and in USD; dormitory prices are in the currency the dormitory publishes (for example Turkish lira).
Is there a discount for paying upfront?
Yes, an upfront-payment discount is recorded at: Medipol and İstinye (5%). Details are on each program page.
When were these figures checked?
Last checked: 18 October 2026, for the 2026–2027 academic year. Each figure is shown with its official source on the program or dormitory page.
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