Istanbul University for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Istanbul University

Istanbul

Turkey

Istanbul University, founded in 1453, is one of the oldest and most highly regarded universities in Turkey. It is best known for its rich cultural heritage and some of the world’s best Engineering and Architecture classrooms. Whereas other universities in the region focus more on liberal arts, Istanbul University offers a full range of scientific and technical disciplines, making it a top choice for international students.

Overall Score:

49.36

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

664

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

2656

Location

Istanbul is a bustling city located in Turkey and is home to a whopping 15 million people. It has an extensive transportation network, including a major international airport, and is connected to the rest of the world by both land and sea. A must see for anyone visiting Istanbul is the stunning Hagia Sophia, an ancient building that unites both Byzantine and Ottoman architecture.

Overall Scores

Academics

36.77

Happiness

21.27

Costs

90.03

Overall Grade

49.36

1. Academics

Rank:

1100

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

25.1

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

8

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

36.77

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

25.8

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

8

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

46.81

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

21.27

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

93.5

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

92

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

2656

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

90.03

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

49.36

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C