TED University is a private university in Ankara, Turkey. According to Council of Higher Education (YÖK) data, it hosted 603 international students in the 2024–2025 academic year.
Key facts about TED University
- Location: Ankara, Turkey.
- 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 TED University
TED University (TEDU) is a foundation (non-profit private) university in Ankara. It was established by a law of the Turkish Parliament in July 2009 and started teaching in the 2012–2013 academic year. Its founder is the Turkish Education Association Higher Education Foundation (TEDYÜV), which was set up by the Turkish Education Association (TED). TED has worked to develop education in Turkey since 1928.
TEDU has five faculties: Education, Engineering, Arts and Sciences, Economics and Administrative Sciences, and Architecture and Design. It also has an English Language School and a Graduate School. The university follows a liberal education approach, so students take courses outside their main field through its Liberal Education Program. Teaching is in English in all undergraduate programs.
Popular programs for international students
TEDU offers 23 bachelor’s programs, all taught in English. Programs that international students often choose include:
- Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Architecture
- Interior Architecture and Environmental Design
- Psychology
- Business Administration
- Political Science and International Relations
Other options include Civil, Industrial and Mechanical Engineering, Economics, Industrial Design and English Language Education. You can compare all programs on our program search page.
Campus and student life
The campus is on Ziya Gökalp Street in the Kolej area of Çankaya, in central Ankara, and can be reached by public transport. Facilities include a library, a sports center, a health unit, a career center and a psychological counseling center. TEDU has two dormitories off campus: one for female students with 392 beds and one for male students with 93 beds. Students can join many student societies and international student associations. The International Programs Office helps with visas, residence permits and health insurance.
Frequently asked questions
Is TED University recognized?
Yes. TED 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 TED University teach in English?
Yes. TEDU teaches all undergraduate programs 100% in English. Students who do not meet the English requirement first study at the university’s English Language School. You can skip this year if you meet the university’s English proficiency exemption rules.
How do I apply to TED University?
Choose a program in the table on this page and press Apply, or request a free consultation. TEDU accepts high school diploma grades, national or international exams, and results such as SAT, GCE A Level or IB. It does not run its own international exam and does not accept YÖS scores from other universities. Read more in our guide to applying to Turkish universities.
Does TED University offer scholarships or discounts for international students?
Yes. The International Programs Office says international students may receive a tuition fee exemption of 25% to 75%, based on diploma grades and SAT or ACT results. An advisor will confirm the current offer for your program. For living costs, see the cost of studying in Turkey.
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Choose a program from the list on this page and press Apply to create your free student account, or request a free consultation and an advisor will check your documents, scholarship options and deadlines with you. You can also compare TED University with our other partner universities or read our step-by-step application guide.