Okan University

Okan University, founded in 1999, ranks among the youngest and the most dynamic private universities of Turkey. More than 25,000 students from 86 countries study across its 10 faculties, 2 vocational schools, a graduate school, and a conservatory. It has 4 campuses across Istanbul: while Tuzla campus offers students a peaceful and quiet experience, the other three campuses provide easy access to the vibrant attractions of Istanbul.

For students of Medicine, Dentistry or Health Sciences, Okan University boasts its own Istanbul Okan University Training and Research hospital, 2 Dentistry Faculty Hospitals, and numerous laboratories. The university’s hospital, covering 50.000 m2, features 250 beds capacity, and includes a fully equipped intensive care unit. In the practical training of medical students, they benefit from access to advanced technology to begin clinical clerkship work and internship in Istanbul Okan University Training and Research hospital.

As research yields new insights into better study environments and learning, Okan University has established 21 application and research centers, including the EU Research and Application Center and the Center for Social Entrepreneurship (OSGM). What sets Okan University apart is its strong ties to the business community and a focus on entrepreneurial thinking, collaborating with over 2500 firms. The emphasis on entrepreneurship is coupled with academic collaboration agreements with more than 200 universities from 25 different countries.

In 2023, Okan University entered the THE (Times Higher Education) rankings due to its successful social, economic, and environmental practices. Additionally, the university ranks among the top 50 entrepreneurial and innovative universities in Turkey according to TUBITAK.

• Faculty of Medicine (English and Turkish)
• Faculty of Dentistry (English and Turkish)
• Faculty of Law (Turkish)
• Faculty of Business and Administrative Sciences (English and Turkish)
• Faculty of Engineering (English and Turkish)
• Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture (English and Turkish)
• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (English and Turkish)
• Faculty of Education (Turkish)
• Faculty of Health Sciences (Turkish)
• Faculty of Applied Sciences (English and Turkish)

The tuition fee at Okan University starts at $3825. To apply for exclusive scholarships, please complete the application form provided below and get in touch with us!

Okan University’s main undergraduate campus, Tuzla Campus, is located on the Asian side of Istanbul near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and the F1 Race Track. Known for its safety, the campus boasts modern buildings, residence halls, a student center with cafeterias, shops, a cinema, sauna, and extensive sports facilities, including a semi-Olympic pool and fitness center. The university provides housing for 1500 students in five well-equipped residence halls with options for single, double, or four-person rooms, study halls, TV rooms, and cleaning services. Shuttle buses and public transport offer easy access to downtown areas like Kadikoy and Taksim. Additional campuses in Mecidiyekoy, Kadikoy, Beyoglu, and Bahcesehir offer graduate and some undergraduate programs and are also connected with excellent transport links.

Social and cultural activities are integral to education at Okan University, with numerous seminars and conferences featuring distinguished scholars. Students are encouraged to participate in over 50 student clubs, such as Dance Club, Photography Club, Aikido Club, Motor Sports Club, Rugby Club, and Social Responsibility Club. For example, the Tourism Student Club organizes regular trips to historical sites and tourist regions. Additionally, the Okan Spring Festival has become a popular event, attracting not only Okan students but also students from other universities.

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