Renewal Date 02.06.2024
Application Dates : 03.06.2024 - 14.07.2024
www.metu.edu.tr
www.iso.metu.edu.tr
(+90) (312) 210 2000
Üniversiteler, Dumlupınar Bulvarı No:1, 06800 Çankaya/Ankara
1. History
The Middle East Technical University (METU) started its education on November 15, 1956, under the name Middle East High Technology Institute. Today, METU offers 41 undergraduate programs and has 5 faculties. It also has 105 graduate and 70 doctoral programs. Currently, with 791 faculty members (Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors), 225 teachers, and 1273 research assistants, over 28,000 students are part of the METU community. Today, it is one of the top 5 universities in Turkey.
2. Ranking
Over time, METU has managed to be included in the top 500 universities in the world. It is ranked highly in some international rating lists. Additionally, it has a campus in Northern Cyprus, offering 15 undergraduate and 5 graduate programs. METU is a university with international prestige. As a result, more than 5% of the faculty members at each faculty are foreign professors. In order to become a professor at METU , it is mandatory to study abroad, which is why nearly all professors have received their education abroad. There are over 1,700 international students from 93 countries studying at METU. All engineering faculties have been evaluated and accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), a US-based accreditation body.
Campus Life at METU
METU is one of the most beautiful spots in Ankara and Turkey. The artificial forest and the Eymir Lake add to the beauty of METU. The campus spans 4500 hectares and includes 3043 hectares of forested area. METU offers every opportunity for students to live comfortably. With 19 dormitories, 1 shopping center, 1 large supermarket, 9 banks, 3 sports complexes, 2 football fields, 10 indoor football fields, 6 tennis courts, an Olympic swimming pool, and numerous social centers, it provides students with a wonderful student life. The university also offers alpine sports and skiing at Elmadağ and Uludağ in Bursa during the summer and winter seasons, respectively. The large Cultural Congress Center hosts various theater, concert, and art exhibitions throughout the year. Every year, students experience unforgettable moments at the International Spring Festival. METU is also famous for its student organizations. Students from different faculties gather in various hobby, entertainment, and social clubs to organize beautiful and interesting events. METU’s Technopark section provides special opportunities for students in research and development.
4. Advice for Applicants
METU is a university everyone dreams of attending, which makes the competition fierce. This competition leads to the best students being admitted to METU. Grading at METU follows the CURVE method, meaning it is based on the average of all students' scores. The final grades are evaluated according to a specific average, so you must perform better than the top students. Since METU is a technical university, subjects like mathematics, physics, and chemistry carry more weight. If you want to enter the engineering faculties and lack a solid foundation in these subjects, you will face significant challenges at METU. Applicants must know that studying at METU is challenging, the workload is heavy, and professors do not accept excuses. However, students who approach METU responsibly will leave with unforgettable memories, lasting friendships, and a broad worldview, becoming well-rounded students.
4. Getting into METU
Gaining admission to METU can be challenging. Admission is not based solely on exam results. For Azerbaijani citizens, at least the first part of the State Examination results must be submitted. The department responsible for admissions at METU is the International Students Office (ISO). It is a knowledgeable and friendly team. METU does not engage in student placement with companies under contract, so do not trust those who make promises in this regard. Based on our association's official request to the METU rectorate on April 22, 2024, the ISO will provide accurate information to help students make the right choices. To get accurate information, you must read the "Ways to Strengthen Your Application" section on their official website. You can also contact us via email or Instagram for more details.
5. Application for the 2024-2025 Academic Year at METU
Application for the 2024-2025 Academic Year at METU
Application Dates: June 3, 2024 - July 14, 2024
Application Link: https://application.metu.edu.tr/
Exams accepted for application:
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SAT – At least 1200 total (For Engineering Faculty, Architecture Faculty, and Science and Literature Faculty’s Science Programs, a minimum score of 700 out of 800 in "Math" is required)
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TR-YÖS – Applicants must be in the top 5% in the TR-YÖS exam rankings.
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DIM – Applicants must score at least 625 out of 700 in the relevant subject group for the faculty applied for.
Required Documents for Application:
Documents should be in Turkish or English. It is recommended to submit documents in Turkish as they can be used for applications to other universities as well.
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A diploma or, if not graduated yet, an official letter indicating the expected graduation date (in Turkish or English).
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Grades from the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades (sample document here).
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TR-YÖS, DIM, SAT, or any other exam result.
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A photo.
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A foreign passport or national ID card. Foreign passports do not need to be translated.
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The application fee for 2024 is 55 USD.
Important Notes:
Any of the following documents will make your application more acceptable:
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Even if you apply with a TR-YÖS or SAT score, make sure to also send your DIM score, at least the score from the first part of the exam.
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Provide your language proficiency test score/certificate. It does not necessarily need to be in English. The certificate or exam score must be verifiable.
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Any essays, papers, or assignments that reflect your academic quality.
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Reference/Recommendation letters, especially from your teachers. It is more useful if you get recommendations from teachers in subjects relevant to the faculty you are applying to (e.g., mathematics or physics teacher for Engineering, or English teacher for Business Administration).
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Statement of Purpose: Explain why you are choosing METU and what you plan to do in the future with your degree. Keep it concise and focus on your genuine goals.
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Any project work you have done (especially for the Architecture Faculty).
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Certificates related to your intended field of study, such as participation in UN activities, research, online courses, internships, etc.
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Activities in Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), especially those benefiting society. It can also include personal activities.
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Extracurricular activities such as sports or arts.
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Documents related to disability, chronic illness, or financial hardship.
6. Tuition Fees for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
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For the 2024-2025 academic year, the following fees were applied:
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Engineering Faculty: 3000 USD
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Architecture Faculty: 3000 USD
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Science and Literature Faculty (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Statistics): 3000 USD
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Science and Literature Faculty (Sociology, Psychology, History, Philosophy): 2000 USD
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Business Administration Faculty: 2000 USD
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Education Faculty: 2000 USD
METU may offer discounts of 25%, 50%, and 75% on tuition fees during the admission process. These discounts apply only to the first year of study. If you fall below a certain GPA, the scholarship will be revoked, and you will be required to pay the regular tuition fees.
7. 2024-2025 Dormitory Applications and Fees
Will be announced in a very short time.
8. Exams Accepted for Admission for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
