Ankara Bilim University is a private university in Ankara, Turkey. According to Council of Higher Education (YÖK) data, it hosted 233 international students in the 2024–2025 academic year.
Key facts about Ankara Bilim 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 Ankara Bilim University
Ankara Bilim University is a foundation (non-profit private) university in Ankara, the capital of Turkey. It was founded by Türkiye Verimlilik Vakfı (the Turkey Productivity Foundation), a civil society organization. The university was established in 2016, and its establishment was completed with a decision published in the Official Gazette on 17 April 2020. Its stated mission is to spread a culture of sustainable development and high productivity.
The university has five faculties – Engineering and Architecture, Aviation and Space Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Fine Arts and Design, and Law – plus a vocational school, a graduate institute and an English Preparatory School. Its address is in the Maltepe neighbourhood of Çankaya, in central Ankara.
Popular programs for international students
The Faculty of Engineering and Architecture lists several programs as taught in English. Programs that international students often look at include:
- Computer Engineering (English; a Turkish version also exists)
- Software Engineering (English)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (English)
- Industrial Engineering (English)
- Information Systems Engineering (English)
- Pilot Training (Pilotaj)
- Aircraft Engineering
- Psychology
Other programs include Business Administration, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Management and Interior Architecture. You can compare programs on our program search page.
Campus and student life
The university is in Çankaya, Ankara’s central district. Engineering students use laboratories for computer networks, computer vision and artificial intelligence, electronics, physics, and modelling and simulation. In March 2026 a civil aviation (SHGM) e-exam center opened at the university. Students can join student clubs and a sports club, and the university lists nearby dormitories for students. An International Students Unit and an International Relations Office handle applications and exchange programs, including Erasmus+.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ankara Bilim University recognized?
Yes. Ankara Bilim University is a foundation (non-profit private) 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 Ankara Bilim University teach in English?
Some programs are taught in English, mainly in engineering. Others are taught in Turkish. Students who do not pass the English proficiency exam study in the English Preparatory School first. An advisor can confirm the language of the program you choose.
How do I apply to Ankara Bilim University?
Choose a program in the table on this page and press Apply, or request a free consultation. International students apply through the university’s online international student system. Read more in our guide to applying to Turkish universities.
Does Ankara Bilim University offer scholarships or discounts for international students?
The university’s website has a scholarships section, but it does not publish a fixed scheme for international students. Private universities in Turkey often offer discounts to international students, and an advisor will confirm the current offer. For living costs, see the cost of studying in Turkey.
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