The Turkey Government NAMA Scholarships 2027 have been announced for international students seeking fully funded undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and research opportunities at some of Türkiye’s leading universities. The scholarship program, supported through the Türkiye Scholarships initiative, aims to attract talented students from around the world by providing comprehensive financial and academic support throughout their studies.
Recognized as one of the world’s most comprehensive scholarship programs, the initiative covers tuition fees, monthly stipends, accommodation, health insurance, and round-trip airfare. Scholarship recipients are also provided with a one-year Turkish language course, helping them adapt to life in Türkiye while enhancing their academic and cultural experience.
Benefits Offered Under the Scholarship
The program provides extensive support designed to remove financial barriers for international students. In addition to full tuition coverage, students receive monthly financial assistance, housing support, healthcare benefits, and travel expenses. Successful candidates are also placed in suitable universities and academic departments based on their educational background and career goals.
The scholarship seeks to create a diverse international community and strengthen educational cooperation between Türkiye and participating countries. Students gain access to world-class universities and research opportunities while experiencing Türkiye’s rich cultural heritage and strategic position between Europe and Asia.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants from all countries are generally eligible to apply, provided they meet the academic and age requirements. Undergraduate candidates must have at least 70% academic achievement, while master’s and PhD applicants are typically required to achieve a minimum of 75%. Candidates applying for health sciences programs such as medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy must meet a higher academic threshold.
Age limits also apply, with undergraduate applicants generally required to be under 21 years of age, master’s applicants under 30, PhD applicants under 35, and research candidates under 50. Turkish citizens and individuals already enrolled in Turkish universities at the same level of study are not eligible for the program.
Application Process
Interested students must submit their applications through the official Türkiye Scholarships portal during the designated application period. Applicants are required to provide academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and other supporting documents as specified by the scholarship guidelines. After the evaluation process, shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews before final selection decisions are made.
Education experts describe the Türkiye Scholarships program as a significant opportunity for ambitious students seeking internationally recognized degrees without the burden of tuition and living expenses. The initiative continues to attract thousands of applications each year from aspiring scholars across the globe.
