OSTİM Technical University is a private university in Ankara, Turkey. According to Council of Higher Education (YÖK) data, it hosted 2,797 international students in the 2024–2025 academic year.
Key facts about OSTİM Technical University
- Location: Ankara, Turkey.
- Language of instruction: the programs we list here are taught in Turkish and English. Each program in the table below shows its language.
- Admission: private universities in Turkey usually admit international students on their high school or bachelor’s grades, without a central entrance exam. Some programs, such as medicine, set higher requirements.
- Tuition and deposits: see current fees for every program in the table below, or compare them with other universities in our program search.
About OSTİM Technical University
OSTİM Technical University (OSTİMTECH) is a foundation (non-profit private) university in Ankara. It was founded in 2017 by the OSTİM Foundation, which was set up in 1993 by the OSTİM Cooperative to support businesses in the OSTİM Organized Industrial Zone. The university is located inside this industrial zone, which the university says is home to more than 6,200 businesses.
The university has three faculties: Engineering, Economics and Administrative Sciences, and Architecture and Design. It also has a Vocational School, a School of Foreign Languages and two graduate institutes (Science and Social Sciences). OSTİMTECH is known for its close links with industry. For example, its Software Engineering department says students work on real industrial projects and complete mandatory workplace training in their final year. The university reports more than 8,000 students and 49 student societies.
Popular programs for international students
Most of OSTİMTECH’s English-taught options are in engineering. The university’s international fee page lists these bachelor’s programs in English (some are also offered in Turkish):
- Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Nanotechnology Engineering
Artificial Intelligence Engineering is offered in Turkish, and the Vocational School teaches in Turkish. You can compare all programs on our program search page.
Campus and student life
The main campus is on 100. Yıl Boulevard in OSTİM, in the Yenimahalle district of Ankara. OSTİM station on the M1 metro line is a few minutes’ walk away, and the trip to Kızılay in the city center takes about 20 minutes. Several city bus and minibus lines also stop nearby. The library has 210 seats, group study rooms and access to international databases. The campus has cafeterias, an outdoor football field, a multi-purpose court, an infirmary and a psychological counseling service. The International Relations Directorate supports international students.
Frequently asked questions
Is OSTİM Technical University recognized?
Yes. OSTİM Technical University is a foundation university approved by YÖK, the Council of Higher Education of Turkey. Its degrees have the same legal status as degrees from other Turkish universities.
Does OSTİM Technical University teach in English?
Yes, for many engineering programs, including Computer, Software, Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Some of these are also offered in Turkish, so check the language of your chosen program in the table on this page. The preparatory school teaches English and Turkish for students who need to reach the required level.
How do I apply to OSTİM Technical University?
Choose a program in the table on this page and press Apply, or request a free consultation. Admission is based on your high school results. You usually need your high school diploma and transcripts and a passport copy. Read more in our guide to applying to Turkish universities.
Does OSTİM Technical University offer scholarships or discounts for international students?
Yes. The university’s international pages say international students can receive a 25%, 50% or 75% tuition discount. A scholarship committee decides the rate and looks at the student’s high school grade average. An advisor will confirm the current offer for your program. For living costs, see the cost of studying in Turkey.
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