Sabancı University scholarships for international students step by step

1. Application submission — get it right from the start

• Submit the prospective student’s application to the desired program via the official application channel.
• All applicants who meet admissions requirements are automatically considered for scholarships — indicate scholarship interest if prompted.
• Best practice for agents and admissions teams: integrate a checklist and application tracker in your CRM to ensure every scholarship-qualifying applicant is flagged and followed up promptly.

What recruiters should prompt applicants to include at submission

• Completed application and proof of meeting program prerequisites
• English language test scores (when applicable)
• Relevant standardized exam results (as required by program)
• Preliminary portfolio or research statement for competitive programs

2. Required documents — build a compelling scholarship dossier

Prepare and upload the following to maximize evaluation outcomes:

• Academic transcripts (secondary or tertiary as relevant)
• Exam results and certificates (high school diploma, university degree, GRE, GMAT if required)
• Reference letters from academic or professional referees
• Certificates of achievement (competition prizes, Olympiads, research awards)
• Personal statement or motivation letter highlighting leadership and impact
• Any additional supporting documents requested by the Scholarship Committee

Recruitment tip: Use templated document checklists and automated email nudges to reduce missing-document rates. Study in Turkiye can help create multi-stage workflows that ensure applicants submit complete dossiers before deadlines.

3. Evaluation process — holistic, merit-based, and competitive

• The Scholarship Committee performs a holistic review of each application, weighing academic credentials, reference strength, evidence of outstanding achievement, and interview performance where applicable.
• Meeting minimum admission criteria does not guarantee a scholarship award because of limited availability.
• For graduate applicants, research alignment and publications often weigh heavily; for undergraduates, national exam standings and extracurricular distinction are influential.

Operational advice: Admissions teams should standardize scoring rubrics (e.g., academic strength, extracurricular impact, leadership, interview) so recruiters can reliably predict scholarship likelihood and prioritize high-potential candidates.

4. Types of admission scholarships — what applicants can expect

Sabancı University awards tuition waivers at varying levels. Typical admission scholarships include:

• 100% Tuition Waiver — full exemption from tuition fees
• 50% Tuition Waiver — half of tuition covered
• 25% Tuition Waiver — partial tuition support

Key point: Once awarded, admission scholarships generally remain valid for the standard program duration if the student maintains the required academic standing.

Practical note for agencies: When advising families, present clear scenarios showing how waivers impact net cost over a degree and highlight maintenance requirements to avoid surprises.

5. Additional scholarships after enrollment — in-study merit awards

• In-study scholarships are available for high-achieving students who complete at least two semesters with high GPAs.
• Examples of internal scholarships at Sabancı University:
  • Dilek Sabancı Scholarship — may offer a 100% tuition waiver for students moving from the second to third year who meet GPA and conduct requirements.
  • Hacı Sabancı Scholarship — awarded for top academic performance and demonstrated financial need during year transitions; may include tuition waiver, accommodation, book stipend, and monthly support.

Actionable guidance: Admissions and student success teams should monitor first-year performance and proactively nominate or inform eligible students about in-study scholarship applications.

6. Scholarships for graduate students — competitive and often fully funded

• Many admitted master’s and PhD students receive comprehensive funding packages, typically including:
  • Full tuition waiver
  • Monthly stipend
  • Accommodation support
  • Health insurance and often a laptop or research allowance
• Graduate admissions emphasize research fit, academic excellence, and sometimes financial need.

For graduate recruiters: prepare referee letters that emphasize research potential and include a concise summary of the applicant’s fit with faculty research lines to increase competitiveness.

Practical checklist for recruiters, admissions, HR and marketing teams

Pre-application stage

• Verify program-specific prerequisites and minimums for international applicants.
• Build applicant profiles in your CRM including academic rank, exam scores, extracurriculars, and scholarships eligibility flags.
• Use templated instructions and country-specific document requirements packages to reduce mistakes.

Application & submission stage

• Confirm that students submit complete transcripts, references, and achievements.
• Encourage applicants to upload evidence of leadership and awards; these items disproportionately influence scholarship decisions.
• Track submission timestamps — early applications may receive priority.

Post-application & follow-up

• Prepare applicants for potential interviews; run mock interviews for shortlisted scholarship candidates.
• Maintain ongoing communication and document any clarifications requested by the Scholarship Committee.
• Set up calendar reminders for scholarship announcement dates and enrollment deadlines.

How Study in Turkiye supports scholarship-driven recruitment

Expertise in international recruitment and university partnerships

Study in Turkiye provides tailored services to increase successful placements at leading Turkiye universities, including Sabancı University. Our services include:

• Candidate sourcing and pre-qualification
• Application packaging and compliance checks
• Coordinated submission workflows with university partners

Recruitment processes to scale scholarship workflows

• Automated checklists, document reminders, and status dashboards reduce missing documents and improve completeness rates.
• Integration with CRM systems allows your team to identify high-potential scholarship candidates quickly, assign priority ranks, and route applications to senior counselors.

Training and content for admissions and marketing teams

• We develop country-specific messaging and collateral emphasizing scholarship opportunities and return-on-investment for international students.
• Our recruitment training equips agents and university admission staff to highlight merit criteria effectively and prepare stronger applicant narratives.

Messaging and marketing tips for converting scholarship applicants

Value-based messaging

• Emphasize that Sabancı University offers merit-based scholarships and that all eligible applicants are automatically considered.
• Showcase outcomes: funded graduate opportunities, in-study scholarships, and comprehensive support packages that include stipends and accommodation.

Content and collateral

• Use case studies of past scholarship recipients (anonymized when necessary) to demonstrate achievable pathways.
• Create program-specific scholarship FAQs and share them across channels used by your target markets.

Channels and timing

• Prioritize targeted campaigns to high-performing student segments and run early-application promotions.
• Use webinars and Q&A sessions with Sabancı University alumni or admissions officers to address scholarship questions directly.

Field-specific advice — medicine, engineering, and business

Health and medicine

If applicants target medical or health-related programs, position top-performing candidates for institutions known for clinical and translational training. Consider parallel opportunities at institutions such as
Medipol University
and
Istinye University
for program or clinical strengths. Compare program pages and scholarship options to present applicants with the strongest chance of full funding.

Engineering and tech

For engineering applicants, highlight research experience, project portfolios, and internships. Sabancı’s research-focused graduate scholarships favor candidates with demonstrable lab or industry experience.

Business and social sciences

Leadership, entrepreneurship, and international experience boost merit evaluations. Include concrete metrics (startups founded, competitions won) in dossiers.

Common pitfalls — and how to avoid them

• Incomplete documentation: Use automated checklists and document-validation steps to ensure completeness before submission.
• Weak reference letters: Coach referees on emphasizing achievements and research/leadership potential rather than generic praise.
• Late submission: Promote early applications and provide priority tracking in your CRM.
• Narrow applicant narratives: Encourage applicants to craft focused personal statements linking past achievements to future impact at Sabancı University.

Sample timeline for recruitment and scholarship workflow

• T-minus 90 days: Candidate sourcing and pre-qualification; provide document checklist.
• T-minus 60 days: Application completion and internal quality review (references, translations).
• T-minus 30 days: Final submission and confirmation; schedule mock interview if program requires it.
• Decision window: Monitor scholarship notifications; follow up for enrollment documentation and visa support.

Metrics to measure success in scholarship-driven recruitment

• Application-to-scholarship conversion rate: percentage of submitted candidates who receive any scholarship.
• Scholarship-level distribution: proportion receiving 100%, 50%, 25% waivers.
• Time-to-complete documentation: average days from first contact to full application submission.
• Retention rate for scholarship recipients: measures long-term program success and scholarship impact.

Universities & programs referenced

Where to find more information and next steps

For complete program and scholarship details, refer to Sabancı University’s profile on Study in Turkiye:

• Sabancı University — Study in Turkiye profile

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• Yos Test
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• Why to study in Turkiye

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