The application process for Istanbul Okan University is conducted through an online application system. Students can apply for up to three academic programs in order of preference. Once placed in a program, students will be notified through the online application system using their application code. Accepted students will receive a full acceptance letter issued by the International Office, which is required to apply for a student visa at the nearest Turkish Consulate in their home country.
Required Documents for Online Application
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Associate Applicants
Undergraduate Applicants
Masters Applicants
PhD Applicants
Passport
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Photograph
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Language Certificate
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High School Diploma & Transcript
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Undergraduate Diploma & Transcript
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Masters Diploma & Transcript
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CV
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Reference Letter
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Letter of Intent
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Documents Required for Registration
Documents
Associate Applicants
Undergraduate Applicants
Masters Applicants
PhD Applicants
Passport
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Photograph
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Language Certificate
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Equivalency Paper (Denklik Belge)
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Translation & Notarization of High School Diploma & Transcript
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Translation & Notarization of Undergraduate Diploma & Transcript
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Translation & Notarization of Masters Diploma & Transcript
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Health Insurance
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Reference Letter
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Letter of Intent
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Important Notes:
Postgraduate Health Science Applicants must provide an Equivalency Certificate from the Higher Education Council (HEC) of Türkiye. For more details, visit: http://www.yok.gov.tr/web/denklikbirimi.
The Equivalency Paper (Denklik Belge) can be obtained from the Turkish Education Attaché at your country’s Turkish Embassy or Consulate. If unavailable, it can also be obtained from Istanbul, Türkiye.
