About This Opportunity

Türkiye Bursları (Turkish Scholarships) is the flagship scholarship programme of the Turkish government, offering full funding to international students from around the world — including Ghana and across Africa — to pursue Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degrees at Turkish universities. It is one of the most comprehensive government scholarship packages available globally, covering not just tuition and accommodation but also a free Turkish language preparatory course before your academic programme begins.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Open to international students of any nationality outside Turkey (Ghanaian and African applicants are actively recruited)
  • Age limits apply: typically under 21 for Bachelor's, under 30 for Master's, and under 35 for PhD applications
  • Minimum GPA requirements apply (typically 70% for Bachelor's, 75% for Master's, 75% for PhD — confirm on the official site)
  • Must not be enrolled in a Turkish university at the time of application
  • Apply through the official online portal — applications are not accepted through Turkish embassies

What You Get / Benefits

  • Full tuition fee waiver for the entire programme duration
  • Monthly stipend (amount varies by academic level)
  • Free accommodation in government-approved student housing
  • Health insurance coverage throughout your studies
  • A one-year free Turkish language preparatory course before your degree programme begins
  • One return international flight ticket at the start and end of your scholarship

How to Apply

  • Visit tbbs.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr and create an account during the annual application window (typically January–February)
  • Complete the online application form with academic records, personal statements, and programme preferences
  • Select up to 12 university and programme combinations in order of preference
  • Upload all required documents including transcripts, passport, references, and any standardised test scores
  • Shortlisted applicants may be called for an interview at the Turkish Embassy in Ghana or via video call

    • Tips

    • You can select up to 12 programme/university combinations, ranked in order of preference — use this strategically by mixing ambitious and realistic choices across your preferred fields.
    • The Turkish language course is compulsory for programmes taught in Turkish and runs for a full year before your degree — factor this into your timeline when planning.
    • Türkiye Bursları is highly competitive with hundreds of thousands of applicants annually. A strong personal statement, recommendation letters from credible referees, and clear academic focus significantly improve your chances.

    ⏰ Deadline: February 20 (Annual) — the application window typically opens in January. Apply early as the portal experiences high traffic close to the deadline.