| Eligibility |
VISA |
Study Period |
Language of Instruction |
Type of Housing |
Approximate
semester dates |
Commonwealth University partner since |
Housing Costs |
| Open to Commonwealth University and external students; Minimum GPA 2.5 |
Yes |
Academic Year or Spring |
English |
Dormitories
offer single, double, triple, quadruple and suite accommodation |
Academic Year or
Spring: late January-mid May |
2014 |
Free housing* $1000 -$3500 per semester |
The Location
Bilkent University is located in the capital city of Ankara. Rising dramatically on a steep incline from the banks of the Enguri Su, Turkey's capital and second most populous city, is a modern European metropolis speckled with reminders of its varied history. Old castles and ruins from Hittite, Phrygian, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations dot the landscape. The modern city includes government and state houses, major universities, military bases, embassies, bustling nightlife and the oldest park in the city, Genclik Park.
The University
Bilkent University was founded in 1984 as Turkey's first private, non-profit institution of higher education. Recognized and ranked worldwide as the premier institution of higher education in Turkey, Bilkent has a lively campus atmosphere with plenty of cultural and social events taking place throughout the year. The 1200-acre university campus is located 12 kilometers from the city center. Its convenient location offers easy access to the city's parks, shopping areas, cultural activities, museums, and entertainment venues.
Academics
The use of English as a medium of instruction contributes a great deal towards the University's truly international perspective. Bilkent University's international community of scholars and students is an essential component of academic programs, research activities, and social life. Various courses are offered in Economics, social sciences, business, engineering, humanities, art, education, and applied technology and management.
Housing
Special and standard dormitories, all located on Main and East Campuses, offer single, double, triple, quadruple and suite accommodation alternatives for students, at varying rates.
All rooms are furnished with single or bunk beds, desks, desk chairs, bookcases or shelves, wardrobes, wastebaskets, mini refrigerators, direct-dial phones (for on-campus, and incoming local & international calls) and TV connection. All student rooms have UTP connections to Bilkent University's DORM-NET network, which provides high speed (1GB) unlimited access to Internet for academic purposes at no charge.
All dorms have common areas such as self-cooking kitchens/kitchenettes, TV/social lounges, study lounges, self-service laundry, ironing rooms and game and visitors' areas or rooms. Facility and various lunching & dining places are also available for the convenience of students.
*If accommodations are booked early, housing may be provided at no cost.
Air Travel
Students are responsible for making their own travel arrangements. Please see the CGE for assistance.
Tuition
Commonwealth University students continue to pay Commonwealth University tuition and fees while attending Bilkent University. Keep in mind that all financial aid can apply toward your study in Turkey since you are participating in a Commonwealth University sponsored program. Students do not pay any tuition or fees in Turkey. Please note, however, that it will be necessary to pay for activities such as athletic club memberships, if you wish to utilize those services.
Academic Calendar (2022/23)
Fall Semester
GE-100 Orientation 5 September - 10 September
Classes 15 September through 23 December
Final Examinations 26 December - 10 January
Spring Semester
Classes 30 January through 15 May
Final Examinations 17 May - 30 May
Health Insurance
All students are required to maintain a health insurance policy that will provide coverage while abroad and for the entire duration of this period. Information on international health insurance providers can be obtained from the Center for Global Engagement. You may find that your present health insurance policy includes overseas coverage. It is important, however, that your carrier provide written verification of such coverage.
