Istanbul University English Requirements

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Turkey

Istanbul University is one of the oldest and largest public universities in Turkey, founded in 1453 and located in Istanbul. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across numerous faculties and is known as a major research and teaching institution in the region. The primary language of instruction is Turkish, with some programs offered partly or fully in foreign languages.

Verified on the university's admissions pages · Jul 2026

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Istanbul University accepts Cambridge English, Duolingo English Test, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, and TOEFL iBT for international admission.

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Requirements are read from Istanbul University's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.