Medipol University

Istanbul Medipol University is a private institution founded in 2009, renowned for its extensive range of medical programs and international presence. In addition to its Schools of International Medicine, Medicine, and Health Sciences, the university offers programs in engineering, business, arts, and social sciences, totaling 183 undergraduate and 94 graduate programs. Its three campuses, located on the Asian and European sides of Istanbul, attract over 45,000 students from more than 140 countries.

Medipol University also owns and operates the Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex-Turkey's largest private health investment-which serves as a university hospital with facilities dedicated to General Medicine, Cardiovascular Surgery, Oncology, and Dentistry. This allows students to gain hands-on experience in a hospital renowned for its modern, advanced technology, including some of the most advanced surgical robots in Turkey.

Plus, Medipol University continues to invest in world-class research through its eight research centers, such as the Research Center for Traditional & Complementary Medicine, and is recognized for SABITA (Research Institute for Health Sciences and Technologies), which includes centers focused on cancer and drug development.

All applicants need to have:

• School Diploma and Transcript of Grades
• Valid Passport Copy
• Motivation Letter
• Language Proficiency Certificate Such as TOEFL for English programs or
• TÖMER for Turkish programs
• Recommendation Letter, extracurricular activities, achievements, if available.

Medipol University provides on-campus accommodation exclusively at its Kavacık Campus. However, thanks to its central location, students studying at the Haliç Campus-home to the College of Health Sciences-can easily find private dormitories, as the district hosts many public and private universities.

The dormitories at the Kavacık Campus are equipped with modern technological infrastructure and comfortable living spaces to best meet students’ needs. The Kavacık Campus is divided into North and South sections, with the South Campus accommodating all undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, the campus offers a range of facilities including conference halls, a library, dining halls, a shopping center, coffee shops, restaurants, research centers, and laboratories. The North Campus hosts a Language School and some programs of the Vocational Schools. The dormitories feature various room types along with amenities such as a fitness center, cafeterias, and study rooms.

For those interested, there is a virtual tour available of the dormitories, the university, and the Medipol Mega Hospital.

Besides being located near historical sites-such as those on the Golden Horn peninsula, home to numerous monuments reflecting the invaluable heritage of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires-Medipol University campuses also offer abundant opportunities for students.

Istanbul Medipol University boasts 118 active student clubs that support initiatives contributing to students' social, cultural, scientific, and personal development alongside their academic education. For example, the English Drama Club provides opportunities for creative expression through performing arts, enhancing English language skills, confidence, and teamwork through weekly rehearsals and end-of-year performances, while the English Debate Club helps students develop critical thinking, effective communication, and respectful argumentation skills.

Medipol University stands out among other Turkish universities by offering exchange opportunities not only for undergraduate programs but also for the English Preparatory Year. Students can complete all or part of the second semester in the Preparatory Language Program at universities in the United States or various European countries. Some of the U.S. partner institutions include Arizona State University, University of California, Irvine, University of Pennsylvania, and University of California, San Diego.

Additionally, Medipol University participates in the Erasmus+ program, with an extensive network of partner institutions across Europe, including universities in Spain, Portugal, Denmark, and Italy.

Program and price data are for 2026; we show current tuition, available discount options and the application route during a free consultation.