Middle East Technical University (METU) was established in 1956 in Ankara and is a leading state university in Turkey. METU is considered one of the most prestigious universities in Turkey and the world, especially known for its excellent education in engineering, science, social sciences, and architecture. The university also stands out as the first Turkish university to provide education in English.

About Middle East Technical University:

Campuses: METU provides education through its main campus in Ankara and its campus in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC):

Ankara Campus: Located in the west of Ankara, on a vast area of 4500 hectares. The campus is situated in a natural forest area and features extensive green spaces, ponds, walking and biking paths. The campus includes various faculties, laboratories, research centers, student dormitories, social facilities, sports fields, restaurants, and libraries.
METU Northern Cyprus Campus: Opened in 2003, this campus is located in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and offers standards similar to those of the METU Ankara Campus in terms of education, research, and social life.

Academic Structure: METU has 5 faculties, 5 institutes, 1 college, and 1 vocational school. Some of the faculties are:

Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences
Faculty of Architecture
Faculty of Education

Among METU’s most prestigious faculties are Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Engineering, and Business Administration.

Research and Development: METU is one of Turkey’s leading universities in research and development. The university hosts numerous research centers and laboratories. METU Technopolis is Turkey’s first and largest technology development zone and collaborates with many local and international technology companies. METU is also known for its scientific projects, innovative research, and entrepreneurial activities.

Students and Academic Staff: METU has approximately 27,000 students, with the majority pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university employs nearly 2,500 academic staff, who are leading scholars from Turkey and around the world.

International Cooperation: METU collaborates with many universities and research centers worldwide. Through exchange programs like Erasmus+, Mevlana, Fulbright, and others, numerous student and academic staff exchanges occur annually. Additionally, METU graduates are recognized globally and hold significant positions in various international companies, academic institutions, and research centers.

Social and Cultural Facilities: METU offers a rich social and cultural life for its students. The campus features student clubs, sports facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, theater and concert halls, cafes, and restaurants. Active student societies such as the "Turkish Classical Music Society," "Turkish Folklore Society," "Theater Society," and "Music and Dance Society" are active at the university. Furthermore, various festivals, conferences, sports tournaments, and art events are held on campus each year.

Key Points:

Language: METU offers education in English, providing international standard education.
Academic Excellence: METU is one of the universities in Turkey that admits students with the highest scores and consistently ranks among the top in international rankings.
Graduates: METU graduates are recognized for their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and successes in the business world.

As a university that continues its education and research activities with a focus on academic excellence, innovative research, and contributions to society, METU is among the esteemed universities in Turkey and the world.

Application Dates for the 2024-2025 Academic Year: 03.06.2024 - 14.07.2024