Istanbul Aydın University was founded as a university in 2007, growing out of the Anadolu BİL Vocational School established in 2003. Its main campus is in Florya, on the European side of Istanbul, close to the Marmara coast.
Why international students choose Istanbul Aydın University
- 7,822 international students in 2024–2025 (YÖK), one of the largest international communities at a private university in Turkey.
- A broad range of faculties, including Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering and Architecture, Law, Communication, Fine Arts, Economics and Administrative Sciences, and Education.
- English and Turkish programs at associate, bachelor’s, master’s and PhD level.
- A large, modern campus with on-campus student services and an active international office.
About Istanbul Aydın University
Istanbul Aydın University is a foundation university established by the Anatolian Education and Culture Foundation (Anadolu Eğitim ve Kültür Vakfı, AKEV). Its roots go back to Anadolu BİL Vocational School, which opened in 2003, and it became a full university by law in May 2007. Its main campus is the Halit Aydın Florya Campus in Küçükçekmece, on the European side of Istanbul. The Faculty of Dentistry and its DENTAYDIN dental hospital are based in Esenyurt.
The university lists 14 faculties, from medicine, dentistry and pharmacy to engineering, law, communication and fine arts, plus an Institute of Graduate Studies and vocational schools. Medical students do clinical training at the university’s own Health Application and Research Center Hospital, next to the Florya Campus, and at other hospitals approved by the health authorities.
Popular programs for international students
According to the university’s international admissions site, these bachelor’s programs have English-taught options:
- Medicine (English or Turkish)
- Dentistry (English or Turkish)
- Pharmacy (English or Turkish)
- Computer Engineering (English)
- Software Engineering (English)
- Business Administration (English)
- Architecture (English or Turkish)
- Psychology and Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (English or Turkish)
Note that in the English Medicine program, the first three years are fully in English. From Year 4, hospital training is in Turkish. You can compare all programs on our program search page, and our guide to studying medicine in Turkey in English covers health programs in more detail.
Campus and student life
The Florya Campus is about a two-minute walk from the Beşyol and Sefaköy Metrobus stops, with direct Metrobus links to Bakırköy and Yenibosna. The university has more than 70 student clubs and an English preparatory school. It also runs AydınTÖMER, a Turkish language center. The International Student and Staff Affairs office helps new students with registration, orientation and official paperwork, and it organizes social and cultural events.
Frequently asked questions
Is Istanbul Aydın University recognized?
Yes. Istanbul Aydın 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 Istanbul Aydın University teach in English?
Yes, for many programs, including all those listed above. If you do not have an accepted English test score, you will take the university’s English exam or study in the English preparatory program first.
How do I apply to Istanbul Aydın University?
Choose a program in the table on this page and press Apply, or request a free consultation. An advisor will guide you through the offer letter, payment and visa steps. See our guide on how to apply to Turkish universities.
Does Istanbul Aydın University offer scholarships or discounts for international students?
The university’s international admissions pages do not describe a fixed scholarship for international students. Private universities in Turkey often offer discounts, for example for early payment, so an advisor will confirm the current offer for your program. For a full budget, read our guide to the cost of studying in Turkey.
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