Koç University Graduate Programs Tuition Fees for 2024-25
Koç University in Turkey has announced its graduate program tuition fees for the 2024-25 academic year. The fees vary depending on the program type (Master without Thesis, Master with Thesis, or PhD) and student status (domestic or international). This comprehensive guide breaks down all the costs and scholarship opportunities available to prospective graduate students.
The tuition fees are denominated in Turkish Lira (TL) for domestic students and United States Dollars (USD) for international students. Payment is made in installments at the beginning of each semester via bank wire transfer or selected online payment platforms.
It's important to note that these fees do not include dormitory accommodation, meals, or other expenses associated with the graduate programs. The Graduate Schools typically announce tuition fees for the upcoming academic year during the previous Spring semester (February-June).
Master without Thesis Programs
Master without Thesis programs at Koç University are offered through four graduate schools with varying tuition structures:
Graduate School of Business
MBA (Modular, Tech, Health, Design): 750,000 TL for domestic students / $20,000 USD for international students**
CEMS/KOÇ MSc in International Management: 950,000 TL / $25,500 USD
MSc in Finance: 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
Executive MBA (EMBA): 1,600,000 TL / $43,000 USD
Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities
LLM in Private Law/Public Law (12 months): 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
MS without Thesis programs (Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology, etc.): 950,000 TL / $25,500 USD
Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering
MSc Cybersecurity: 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
MSc Data Science: 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
Other MS without Thesis programs: 950,000 TL / $25,500 USD
Graduate School of Health Sciences
MSc Immunology: 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
MSc Global Health: 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
Note: **For MBA programs (Modular, Tech, Health, Design), the amounts listed are for the first year only. Second-year fees will be calculated by increasing the first-year fee by the June-end 12-month Consumer Price Index (CPI) + 10%.
Master with Thesis Programs
One of the most attractive aspects of Koç University is that many of its Master with Thesis programs are fully funded:
Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities
LLM with Thesis (24 months): 750,000 TL / $20,000 USD
MA Clinical Psychology: 950,000 TL / $25,500 USD
Other MS with Thesis programs: 0 TL / $0 USD (Fully-funded)
Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering
All MS with Thesis programs: 0 TL / $0 USD (Fully-funded)
Graduate School of Health Sciences
All MS with Thesis programs: 950,000 TL / $25,500 USD
PhD Programs
Koç University offers numerous fully-funded PhD opportunities across various disciplines:
Fully-Funded PhD Programs (0 TL / $0 USD)
Graduate School of Business: All PhD programs
Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities: All PhD programs
Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering: All PhD programs
PhD Programs with Tuition Fees
Graduate School of Health Sciences: All PhD programs - 950,000 TL / $25,500 USD
Scholarship Opportunities
Koç University offers generous scholarship packages for eligible Master with Thesis and PhD programs. Here's what you need to know:
Automatic Consideration: When you apply to eligible programs, you're automatically considered for scholarships. There are no separate application forms or deadlines.
Eligible Programs: Fully-funded scholarships are available for programs in the Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering (MS Thesis and PhD), Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities (MS Thesis and PhD), and Graduate School of Business (PhD).
Turkish Scholarship Program: PhD applicants are strongly encouraged to also apply to the Turkish Scholarship program, which can cover monthly stipends and additional benefits like flights from their country of origin to Turkey.
Financial Aid Details
For specific information about monthly stipends and additional benefits offered to admitted students, visit the respective Graduate School websites:
Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering Financial Aid
Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities Financial Aid
Graduate School of Health Sciences Financial Aid
Graduate School of Business (limited scholarships available)
How to Apply
To apply for Koç University's graduate programs and be considered for scholarships:
Submit your online application to your desired program
Your application will be evaluated by the relevant program committee
If admitted, you'll automatically receive a scholarship offer for eligible programs
Koç University offers a unique opportunity for international students seeking quality education in Turkey with substantial financial support. With many fully-funded programs, particularly at the PhD level and for research-focused Master's degrees, it represents an excellent option for ambitious scholars worldwide.
For the most up-to-date information on tuition fees and scholarship opportunities, visit the official Koç University website and check the specific Graduate School pages for your program of interest.
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