Founded
2008
Type
Private
About Istanbul
Istanbul Gelişim University is a private foundation university in Istanbul, Türkiye, established in 2011. One of the city’s largest and most international universities, it offers English- and Turkish-medium programmes across health sciences, engineering and architecture, applied sciences, economics and the fine arts.
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Programs at Istanbul (266)
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Campus & housing
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Reviews
“Sports Management at Gelisim mixes classroom work with visits to clubs around Avcilar and the wider Istanbul football scene. I came from Tripoli knowing no one; the Arabic-speaking student office made settling in easier.”
“Our Laboratory Technology instructors at Istanbul Gelisim University insist we run every assay ourselves instead of watching demonstrations. By second semester I could prepare samples and document results without supervision.”
“The Radiotherapy program gave us supervised clinical rotations at partner hospitals from the second year. When my bank statement was questioned during the visa process, the admissions counselor drafted the explanation letter with me.”
Istanbul — frequently asked questions
Tuition at Istanbul Gelisim University ranges from about $2,500 to $70,000 per year, depending on the program and level.
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