Nomination applications for the Spring semester have now opened. Please find below the procedures and key information regarding the incoming student exchange opportunities for the Spring semester at Ankara University.
📌 Application Deadline
Spring Semester: 15 November 2025
📄 Application Procedure
All application information must be submitted by the International Office of the home university through the following page:
https://ttoportal.ankara.edu.tr/form/internationalStudent?key=5670dc03-1018-41d1-afab-915b7e65385b
Individual applications will not be accepted.
Once the nomination period has ended, nominated students must submit their documents to us via email. They will be notified by our office.
The quota is 5 students per partner institution.
✅ Required Documents
1 Official nomination letter or e-mail from the home university
2. Language proficiency certificate in Turkish or English (minimum B2 level – TOEFL iBT or PTE Academic)
3. Most recent official academic transcript in English, including an explanation of the grading/credit system
4. Valid passport copy (colored scan)
5. Recent photo (colored scan)
📅 Length of Exchange Period
One semester or 2 semesters.
🗓️ Academic Calendar
Spring Semester
The term dates may vary from one faculty to another. Please check the website of the faculty where your students intend to study. Faculty websites can be accessed here:
https://www.ankara.edu.tr/en/dizin/Fakulteler
In general, the academic calendar for the Spring semester is as follows:
09.02.2026 – 15.02.2026 Course Registration Period
16.02.2026 – 05.06.2026 Lecture Period (Start and End Dates)
06.06.2026 – 28.06.2026 Final Examination Period
04.07.2026 – 14.07.2026 Make-up Exams
📘 Course Catalogue (Bologna Information)
To explore our programs and course contents, please visit the Bologna Course Catalogue via the following link:
🔗 https://bbs.ankara.edu.tr/default.aspx
Enclosed are the fact sheet and the list of English-taught programs.
🏡 Accommodation
Accommodation can be provided only when our bilateral agreement with the partner university covers it. If not, students must arrange their own accommodation independently.
🛡️ Health Insurance
Students must have valid health insurance that covers the entire residence permit period in Turkey.
📝 Residence Permit
Students are kindly advised to visit https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr before arriving in Turkey to review the residence permit procedures.
💻 Computer & Internet Access
Internet-ready computers are available for student use in various locations on campus. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all university buildings.
📌 Contact Information
Office: Ankara University Rectorate International Student Coordinatorship
Address:
Ankara University
International Student Coordinatorship
Beşevler 10. Yıl Campus
Dögol Street, No:06100
Tandoğan – Ankara / TÜRKİYE
💰 Estimated Costs
Turkish Language Center (TÖMER): $140 – $200 per level (80–96 hours)
The estimated minimum monthly living expenses in Ankara are approximately $300.
Metro Fare (one-way): ~ $0.43
Ankara University International Student Office
Türkiye
📞 Tel: +90 312 380 01 15
✉️ Email: iso@ankara.edu.tr
Fact sheet