Introduction

This Haliç University fully funded programs 2026 guide clarifies the funding landscape for international applicants and provides actionable guidance for international student recruiters, university admissions teams, HR and marketing professionals in education, and placement agencies. Study in Turkiye is the trusted authority guiding international students and recruitment partners with transparent, up-to-date information and recruitment workflows to help partners advise students accurately and convert interest into enrollments.

Short answer up front: Haliç University does not offer fully funded entry programs for international students for the 2026 academic year. Financial support is primarily merit-based and awarded after students complete at least one academic year.

This guide explains eligibility, timelines, alternatives and recommended recruitment approaches so partners can present clear options to prospective students.

Haliç University fully funded programs 2026 guide — key findings

Executive summary (what recruiters and admissions teams must know)

• No fully funded entry scholarships: There are no fully funded entry scholarships at Haliç University for 2026; international applicants cannot secure full tuition + living coverage at admission.
• Merit-based scholarships: May be awarded after successful completion of the first year and are capped at up to 15% of tuition for subsequent academic years.
• Top-performing students: In rare cases, top-ranked students in each faculty can receive a 50% tuition discount for one semester, only after the first year.
• Entry-time discounts: Sibling (10%) and upfront payment (5%) discounts are available at admission but do not equate to full funding.
• Accommodation: Support is provided as guidance for on-campus/private dormitories — accommodation costs are not covered by scholarships.
• Fully funded entry alternatives: Applicants seeking fully funded study at entry should be redirected to national programs such as Türkiye Bursları; Haliç University is not listed as participating in fully funded entry placements in Study in Turkiye internal scholarship listings for 2026.

For the Haliç University institutional profile and admissions pages, refer to Halic University.

Scholarships and discounts — detailed breakdown

Merit-based scholarships (after Year 1)

Coverage: Up to 15% of tuition for the academic year(s) after the first year.
Timing: Awarded after evaluation of first-year performance and cumulative GPA.
Eligibility: Students must meet GPA thresholds and maintain standard course loads. Performance review is faculty-administered.

Notes for recruiters: Emphasize that early-year performance is critical; position the scholarship as an achievable target for high-performing candidates rather than as guaranteed funding at admission.

Top-rank special awards

Coverage: 50% tuition discount for one semester (rare, competitive).
Timing: Awarded after the first year for students who rank at the top of their faculty.
Eligibility: Exceptional academic performance and faculty nomination.

Entry-time discounts (not scholarships)

• Sibling Discount: 10% tuition discount when siblings enroll concurrently.
• Upfront Payment Discount: 5% discount for single full-fee payment at admission.

These are administrative discounts and helpful in conversion conversations but are not equivalent to scholarships that cover living costs.

Accommodation

Haliç University provides information and access to on-campus and private dormitories and offers guidance for rentals. Accommodation costs are not covered by merit scholarships or special awards.

Eligibility, application and timeline — what admissions teams should communicate

Eligibility highlights

• International applicants may enroll as regular or transfer students.
• Merit scholarships and special awards are only available after successful completion of the first year at Haliç University.
• Transfer students must complete one academic year at Haliç University before becoming eligible for merit-based scholarships.

Application and award timeline (recruiter checklist)

1. At admission: communicate that no fully funded entry scholarships are available.
2. Year 1: student completes coursework under fixed tuition; academic performance is tracked.
3. End of Year 1 / Start of Year 2: faculty reviews GPA and may award merit scholarships, special awards, or maintain tuition status.
4. Administrative action: scholarships are applied to tuition invoices for eligible semesters.

How to present Haliç’s funding reality to prospective students and partners

Messaging principles for recruiters and admissions teams

• Be transparent: Start communications by confirming that fully funded entry programs are not available.
• Position the merit pathway: Emphasize potential for tuition relief after year one as a performance reward.
• Promote financial planning: Encourage applicants to prepare for Year 1 living and tuition costs while highlighting sibling and upfront payment discounts as conversion tools.
• Use success metrics: Collect and share anonymized examples of students who earned merit awards in Year 2 to motivate applicants.

Sample admissions script for agency/HR use

“Haliç University does not offer full scholarships at admission for 2026. However, high-performing students may qualify for merit-based tuition reductions (up to 15%) or competitive top-rank awards (50% for one semester) after completing their first year. We will advise you on budgeting Year 1 and a study plan designed to maximize scholarship potential.”

Alternatives and fully funded opportunities — where recruiters should redirect applicants

National and institutional alternatives

If a candidate’s primary requirement is fully funded study at entry, recommend national scholarship programs such as Türkiye Bursları and other government or international scholarships that provide full coverage. Within Study in Turkiye’s partner university network, assess other institutions case-by-case and present options accordingly.

Suggested university alternatives for specific fields

When advising candidates, reference these university profiles on Study in Turkiye:

Always cross-check the current scholarship status for each university; use the Study in Turkiye portal to compare options across the full network: All Universities in Turkiye.

Practical recruitment and admissions strategies — for HR, marketing and placement agencies

Lead qualification & messaging

• Qualify applicants early for financial readiness: confirm Year 1 funding sources and backup plans.
• Use a two-track pitch: (1) clear Year 1 budget + discounts available at admission; (2) scholarship pathway after Year 1 for high achievers.
• Highlight career and employability outcomes tied to faculty performance to reinforce the merit pathway.

CRM best practices (Study in Turkiye services)

Automate scholarship eligibility reminders and GPA tracking workflows via CRM to support students approaching Year 1 milestones. Set up templated communications for scholarship award timelines to reduce administrative load and improve student retention. Study in Turkiye offers recruitment portals and integration services to streamline documentation, follow-up, and award notifications.

Conversion tactics for marketing teams

• Promote the sibling (10%) and upfront payment (5%) discounts in targeted ad creative for family and self-funded segments.
• Use alumni and current-student testimonial content that explains the merit scholarship pathway and the experience of earning awards after Year 1.
• Emphasize accommodation assistance and campus life to reduce perceived living-cost risk for international families.

Operational guidance for university admissions offices

Policies and transparency

• Publish clear scholarship criteria and timelines on the international admissions page and ensure faculty-level alignment on evaluation criteria.
• Provide a downloadable “Scholarship Pathway” PDF for admitted students explaining Year 1 expectations and how awards are calculated.

Transfer students

Communicate transfer credit acceptance rules and scholarship ineligibility until after a full academic year at Haliç University. Prepare individualized transfer checklists and course equivalency tables to speed up admission decisions and retention.

Sample implementation checklist — immediate actions for recruitment and admissions teams

• Update all promotional material to state: No fully funded entry scholarships for 2026 at Haliç University.
• Add scholarship timeline and GPA benchmarks to pre-arrival communications.
• Integrate sibling/upfront discount prompts in the application payment flow.
• Configure CRM to trigger Year 1 performance follow-ups and scholarship eligibility reminders.
• Train agents and partners on presenting the merit-based pathway and alternatives for fully funded seekers.

How Study in Turkiye supports your institutional and recruitment goals

Study in Turkiye provides strategic support and technical solutions tailored to international recruitment and admissions workflows:

• International recruitment consultancy: We help craft messaging that balances transparency and conversion, ensuring agents and admissions teams present realistic funding options to students.
• Admissions integration and CRM support: Our services streamline applicant onboarding, fee payment processing (including upfront payment discounts), and scholarship eligibility tracking.
• Partner network and comparative profiles: Use our university profiles and comparison tools to present alternative pathways and national scholarship options when full funding is a candidate’s priority.
• Compliance and content alignment: We ensure your communications comply with institutional policies and are consistent across agents, website, and CRM.

If you represent a university admissions office, an agent network, or an HR/marketing team within education, Study in Turkiye can integrate your processes with our services and partner onboarding to improve offer-to-enrollment rates and student satisfaction.

Final recommendations & next steps

• Be unequivocal with applicants: do not promise fully funded entry support at Haliç University for 2026.
• Use merit-based scholarships as a recruitment differentiator for high-achieving applicants—position these awards as performance incentives.
• For students who require full funding at admission, proactively present alternative fully funded programs (e.g., Türkiye Bursları) and comparable institutional options from Study in Turkiye’s network.
• Leverage Study in Turkiye’s recruitment support and admissions expertise to deliver consistent, compliant communications and reduce administrative friction.

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