Undergraduate Scholarships Available Here:

1. METU Academic Scholarship

·         Amount: 33% tuition fee waiver for one semester

·         Eligibility:

o    Enrolled full-time in Bachelor’s (credit-based) program

o    Among the top 3 in your class by previous semester grade average (“adjusted credit index”)

·         Extra: Automatically awarded at the semester’s start if eligible

2. Public Life Scholarship

·         Amount: Partial tuition waiver (varies per semester)

·         Eligibility:

o    Full-time enrolment with ≥ 2.5 GPA last semester

o    Active participation in METU’s public life/community (submit statement + proof)

·         Extra: Requires a short essay (~1500 characters) plus documentation

3. Scientific & Professional Scholarship

·         Amount: Partial tuition reduction

·         Eligibility:

o    Full-time enrolment with ≥ 2.5 GPA

o    Demonstrated scientific or professional achievements: publications, research, competitions (attach certificates)

·         Extra: Recognizes academic excellence beyond coursework

4. Sport Scholarship

·         Amount: Partial tuition support for top athletes (first 7 applicants per selection cycle)

·         Eligibility:

o    Full-time studies with ≥ 2.5 GPA

o    Outstanding sports results in top-tier competitions (attach official proof)

·         Extra: Balanced recognition of athletic and academic achievement

5. National Higher Education Scholarship

·         Amount: HUF 40,000/month (~€100/month) for 10 months/year

·         Eligibility:

o    Enrolled in full-time Bachelor’s or Master’s with ≥ 2 semesters completed and 55 credits

o    Adjusted credit index ≥ 4.5 over previous two semesters

o    Outstanding scientific or professional accomplishments (proof required)

·         Extra: Awarded by the Rector, renewable annually

 Extra Advice:

·         Application windows: Most are available each semester; National Scholarship via Rector decision.

·         Document checklist: Always include certificates, GPA transcripts, essays/statements.

·         Stacking: You may be eligible for multiple awards (e.g., Academic + Public Life), but check METU rules.

·         Support services: METU’s Career Center and SIC can guide scholarship applications.

Graduate Scholarships available here:

1. METU Academic Scholarship (for Master’s & Bachelor’s)

·         Amount: 33% tuition waiver per semester

·         Eligibility: Ranked in the top 3 of your cohort based on adjusted credit index; applies to any full-time Master’s or Bachelor’s programme

·         Extras: Automatic selection at semester start; credited directly to student account

2. "Your Future in Your Hands" Grant

·         Amount: €2,600 deduction from tuition fees

·         Eligibility:

o    First-year full-time students (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Business, Finance & Economics, Communication, or Tourism

o    Minimum 60% GPA (or equivalent at secondary/Master’s level)

o    Must act as METU ambassadors, plus attend an online motivation & English interview

·         Extras: Focuses on sustainability and promoting METU’s values publicly

3. National Higher Education Scholarship

·         Amount: HUF 40,000/month (€1,000 total)

·         Eligibility:

o    Full-time Bachelor’s or Master’s students with ≥ 2 completed semesters and ≥ 55 credits

o    Adjusted credit index > 4.5 and notable scientific or professional achievements

·         Extras: Rector-appointed, renewable annually

4. Scientific & Professional Scholarship

·         Amount: Partial tuition waiver (varies)

·         Eligibility:

o    Master’s/PhD students with ≥ 2.5 GPA

o    Evidence of research output: publications, conference participation (e.g. TDK, OTDK)

·         Extras: Includes a wide range of professional and academic engagement

 5. Erasmus+ Mobility Scholarship

·         Amount: €540–€600/month stipend, plus tuition waiver at host university

·         Eligibility:

o    Master’s or PhD students with active enrollment and ≥ 2 semesters completed

o    Minimum 3.0 GPA and language proficiency as per host institution

·         Extras: Includes green travel bonus for eco-friendly transport; mobility of 2–12 months within Europe

 Extra Tips

·         Multiple awards: Scholarships can often be combined (e.g., Academic + National); check METU rules.

·         Application cycles: Academic, Professional, Sport, and Public Life awards apply per semester; "Your Future" typically in summer (e.g., by August).

·         Documentation readiness: Prepare transcripts, CV, research CV (publications), motivation letters, and proof of achievements.

·         Boost your profile: Engaging in research, campus life, or networking with professors can improve chances.