Üsküdar University is a private university in Istanbul, Turkey. According to Council of Higher Education (YÖK) data, it hosted 4,658 international students in the 2024–2025 academic year.
Key facts about Üsküdar University
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey – Turkey’s largest student city, on both the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus.
- 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 Üsküdar University
Üsküdar University is a foundation university established on 3 March 2011 by the Human Values and Mental Health Foundation (İnsani Değerler ve Ruh Sağlığı Vakfı, İDER). It is part of the NP Health Group, which also runs NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital. The university calls itself Turkey’s first thematic university, and its main theme is behavioral sciences and health.
The university has campuses in the Üsküdar and Ümraniye districts on the Asian side of Istanbul, and its main campus is in Altunizade. Its international programs list six faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Engineering and Natural Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Communication. Üsküdar is best known for neuroscience, psychology and brain research. In 2018 it was given UNESCO “Center of Excellence” status in neurobiology, cognitive medicine and brain research. It also opened Üsküdar Dental Hospital in 2023.
Popular programs for international students
According to the university’s international office, these bachelor’s programs are open to international applicants:
- Medicine (English or Turkish)
- Dentistry (English or Turkish)
- Psychology (English or Turkish)
- Molecular Biology and Genetics (English or Turkish)
- Computer Engineering (English)
- Bioengineering (English)
- Political Science and International Relations (English or Turkish)
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, and Nutrition and Dietetics (Turkish)
You can compare all programs and fees on our program search page. If you are interested in medicine or dentistry, read our guide to studying medicine in Turkey in English.
Campus and student life
The campuses are in Üsküdar, close to the 15 July Martyrs’ Bridge, and are connected to the metro, city buses and ferries,. Students can use more than 50 laboratories, more than 30 research and application centers, and clinical training sites in the NP Health Group hospitals. The university has more than 80 student clubs, an English preparatory program and an International Office that supports international students with admission and residence permit appointments.
Frequently asked questions
Is Üsküdar University recognized?
Yes. Üsküdar University is a foundation university approved by the Council of Higher Education of Turkey (YÖK). Its diplomas have the same legal status as diplomas from other Turkish universities.
Does Üsküdar University teach in English?
Yes, for part of its programs. Medicine, Dentistry, Psychology and most engineering programs have English-taught options. Most health sciences and communication programs are taught in Turkish. Check the language of each program in the table on this page.
How do I apply to Üsküdar University?
Choose a program in the table on this page and press Apply, or request a free consultation. An advisor will help you with the offer letter, payment and visa steps. See our guide on how to apply to Turkish universities.
Does Üsküdar University offer scholarships or discounts for international students?
The university’s official fee list for international students shows a lower rate for payment in advance. It does not describe other scholarships for international students. An advisor will confirm the current offer and conditions for your program. To plan your budget, see our guide to the cost of studying in Turkey.
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