Bilkent University in Turkey has invited applications for its prestigious fully funded scholarships for the 2026–27 academic year, offering international students, including those from Pakistan, an opportunity to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs without financial burden. Known for being one of the highest-paying scholarship programs in the region, the entire application process for the UNAM Scholarship is free of charge.

Financial Coverage and Benefits

The comprehensive scholarship package is highly generous, covering all major expenses. Specifically for PhD students, the benefits include:

• Full Tuition Waiver: A complete waiver of the annual tuition fee ($62,100 TL/year).
• Monthly Stipend & Housing: A total of $5,500 TL per month.
• Additional Support: Private health insurance, a laptop computer, and a meal card (provided after the PhD qualifier).
• Travel Support: Annual travel support is provided to allow awardees to present their research findings at recognized peer-reviewed conferences.

The programs are taught entirely in English.

Program Details and Deadlines

The scholarship covers a wide range of fields, primarily focusing on science and engineering, including Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Materials Science & Nanotechnology, Neuroscience, Physics, and Chemistry, among others.

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Eligibility and Requirements

1.     Language Proficiency: Required Language is English. Applicants must submit valid scores for TOEFL IBT (at least 87), IELTS (at least 6.5 average, with no section below 5.5), or the Bilkent COPE exam (at least C).

2.     Academic Performance: BSc graduates or current MSc students must possess a minimum CGPA of 2.80/4.00 at the time of application.

3.     Standardized Test: A GRE General Test score is required for most international applicants (quantitative score of $153$ is preferred). A separate ALES score is required only for Turkish citizens residing in Turkey.

How to Apply

To apply for the Bilkent University Scholarship, follow these steps:

1.     Create a new account on the graduate application portal: https://stars.bilkent.edu.tr/gradapp/

2.     Choose your desired graduate school.

3.     Upload the following mandatory documents:

o    Proof of Degree (if obtained)

o    Official Transcripts (most recent)

o    Statement of Purpose

o    Two Letters of Recommendation

o    Updated Resume

o    Research Proposal (if required)

o    IELTS/TOEFL Result

o    GRE Score

For more details on the UNAM Scholarship, please visit the official website: https://unam.bilkent.edu.tr/en/unam-scholarship-opportunities/