Haliç University Scholarships for Foreign Students — Overview

Haliç University scholarships for foreign students follow a merit-after-enrolment model. Key points to communicate to prospective applicants and partners:

• No entrance scholarships: newly admitted international students are not eligible for scholarship awards at the time of admission.
• Merit-based scholarships after year one: international students who complete at least one academic year at Haliç and maintain a high cumulative GPA may receive a tuition fee scholarship of up to 15% for subsequent years.
• Sibling discount: a 10% discount applies when siblings study concurrently at Haliç University.
• Upfront payment discount: pay-all-years-in-advance discounts of 5% are available on total tuition.
• Payment plans: undergraduate and graduate tuition is commonly collected in two installments per academic year (or over program duration for graduate students).
• Transfer students: international transfer applicants may become eligible for scholarships after completing at least one academic year at Haliç and meeting academic thresholds.
• Erasmus+ participation: Haliç participates in Erasmus+, offering mobility grants (typically a monthly stipend ~800 EUR), travel compensation and no Haliç tuition during the exchange period. Minimum GPA requirements apply for exchange eligibility (e.g., 2.2/4.0 for Bachelor’s; 2.5/4.0 for Master’s).

For the official institutional page, reference Haliç University.

Detailed Eligibility and Scholarship Amounts

Eligibility summary — what admissions teams must confirm before advising applicants:

• Initial admission: no scholarship awarded on entry. Students must accept admission under the standard fixed tuition fee for their program.
• After Year 1: to be considered for the merit scholarship, the international student must complete at least one full academic year at Haliç and attain a qualifying cumulative GPA. Scholarship awards are merit-based and applied to tuition for the following academic year(s).
• Scholarship value: up to 15% tuition fee reduction based on academic standing.
• Transfer students: transfers from other universities are treated the same as on-campus entrants — scholarship eligibility starts after completing one academic year at Haliç, with consideration given to academic records post-transfer.

Operational note for recruiters and admissions professionals: because scholarship eligibility is retrospective, recruitment messaging should emphasize the pathway to scholarship (strong first-year performance) rather than promising immediate discounts. This reduces attrition and aligns expectations.

Discounts, Payment Options and Administrative Details

Practical financial details to communicate clearly to applicants:

• Sibling discount (10%): available if siblings are enrolled concurrently. Admissions needs to collect sibling enrollment documentation at billing setup.
• Upfront payment discount (5%): students who pay total tuition for their program in advance receive a 5% reduction on total tuition.
• Installment schedules: typically two installments per year for undergraduates; graduate programs follow a similar two-installment structure across program duration.
• Billing operations teams should ensure these discounts are reflected in initial invoicing policies and financial clearance workflows.

Erasmus+ and Exchange Scholarships — Mobility Benefits and Eligibility

Erasmus+ offers significant options for partner universities and students planning mobility:

• Mobility benefits often include:
• Monthly stipend (commonly around 800 EUR, amount varies by call)
• Travel compensation calculated by distance bands
• No tuition charged by Haliç during the exchange period (students continue to pay tuition to their home university if required)
• Academic eligibility typically requires a minimum GPA (example thresholds: 2.2/4.0 for Bachelor’s, 2.5/4.0 for Master’s).
• Recruitment teams at sending institutions should coordinate nomination deadlines and transcript verification to secure Erasmus+ placements.

Student Support Services That Increase Retention and Scholarship Attainment

Haliç University’s International Office provides critical services that help students succeed in their first year—thereby improving their chance to qualify for merit scholarships:

• Orientation programmes and academic advising
• Accommodation support: on-campus dormitories and partnerships with private dorms and rental apartments
• Scholarship and exchange guidance, including help with Erasmus+ applications

Admissions and recruitment teams should highlight these services when communicating with prospective students to show the support structure that helps enable merit award eligibility.

What This Means for International Recruiters, Admissions Teams and Agencies

Messaging and Applicant Counselling — Be Transparent and Strategic

Suggested messaging points for counsellors and CRM campaigns:

• “Haliç University offers merit scholarships to international students after successful completion of their first academic year — up to 15% tuition reduction for strong academic performance.”
• Emphasise the support pathways (International Office, orientation, accommodation support) that help students achieve the necessary GPA.
• Present the sibling and upfront-payment discounts as financial planning options rather than guaranteed awards.

Application Funnels and Conversion Tactics

Operational checklist to increase conversions and long-term retention:

• At inquiry stage: clearly state “no entrance scholarships” and explain the Year-1 merit pathway.
• Pre-arrival: provide a GPA-success guide, study skills resources, and contact info for the International Office.
• Onboarding: connect students to peer mentors, academic advisors, and accommodation options within the first two weeks.
• Monitoring: use early-warning academic monitoring to support students at risk and improve scholarship qualification rates.

Contracting and Partner Agreements

For agencies and university partnerships, ensure contracts reflect Haliç’s scholarship timeline:

• Commission and agent agreements should clarify that scholarships are not an admission incentive but a post-enrolment merit award.
• Define escalation points with Haliç’s International Office for student appeals and scholarship documentation.
• Use clear refund and deferment clauses aligned with payment plan and upfront discount rules.

Comparing Haliç’s Approach to Other Institutions (Practical Perspective)

To position Haliç alongside other leading private universities in Turkiye and advise applicants who compare options, recruiters should know the differences in scholarship timing and structure.

Examples of other institutions you may reference in comparative counselling:

• Medipol University — often emphasises merit at admission for some programs.
• Bahcesehir University — has merit and need-based awards for certain programs.
• Istinye University — scholarship structures that vary by faculty and program.

When advising applicants, use program-level comparisons: medical and health programs often have different scholarship patterns; always check program-specific policies on the university pages linked above.

How Study in Turkiye Supports Recruitment, Admissions and Automation for Haliç University Partners

Study in Turkiye specialises in helping universities and agencies scale international recruitment with a mix of strategy, technology and operational services. For Haliç University and partner institutions, we provide:

• Recruitment strategy: targeted campaigns that set realistic scholarship expectations while highlighting post-entry merit opportunities.
• Automated applicant workflows: integration with CRMs, enrolment tracking, scholarship eligibility flagging after Year 1, and automated communication triggers (e.g., scholarship qualification notices when GPA thresholds are met).
• Training for agents and admissions teams: standardised messaging templates, compliance checklists, and onboarding toolkits to increase retention and scholarship eligibility.
• Lead management and conversion optimisation: funnel analytics that track how messaging about scholarships and discounts impacts conversion, deposit payments, and retention.

How this helps Haliç partners:

• Reduce miscommunication about scholarship availability at admission.
• Increase first-year retention and academic success rates—key drivers of post-enrolment merit awards.
• Automate billing and discount application (sibling discounts, upfront payment discounts, and subsequent-year scholarship allocation) to lower administrative overhead.

Example Automation Workflow to Support Haliç Scholarship Outcomes

A recommended automated sequence for admissions and student services teams:

1. On acceptance: send welcome pack with clear statement about scholarship policy: “No entrance scholarships — merit scholarships start after Year 1.”
2. Pre-arrival (60 days before start): automated study-preparation emails and links to academic resources.
3. Week 2 check-in: connect student with academic advisor and peer mentor.
4. Mid-semester progress report: automated grade reports and targeted support if GPA trends risk scholarship eligibility.
5. End-of-year GPA trigger: if GPA meets threshold, an automatic scholarship offer letter is generated and billing updated for subsequent year with up to 15% tuition reduction.

Practical Templates and Checklists for Teams

Checklist for Recruiters and Agents:

• [ ] Confirm applicant understands “no entrance scholarships” policy.
• [ ] Explain pathway to up to 15% merit scholarship after Year 1.
• [ ] Advise on sibling (10%) and upfront payment (5%) discounts.
• [ ] Provide Erasmus+ information if applicant’s home institution has partnership and mobility options.
• [ ] Share International Office contact and accommodation support details.

Admissions Email Template (Short):

“Congratulations on your offer to Haliç University. Please note scholarship awards for international students are merit-based and begin after successful completion of the first academic year. Students who meet the GPA criteria can receive up to a 15% tuition scholarship for subsequent years. For details on housing, Erasmus+ opportunities, and billing options, contact our International Office.”

Final Recommendations for Partners and Recruiters

• Set expectations early: clarity about scholarship timing reduces disputes and improves retention.
• Use student support services as a marketing differentiator: highlight how orientation, accommodation, and advising help students qualify for merit awards.
• Leverage automation to track and apply scholarships: remove administrative friction and ensure timely award of eligible reductions.
• Explore Erasmus+ pathways: for students eligible for exchange, Erasmus+ offers financial and academic mobility advantages that complement Haliç’s in-house scholarship policy.

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