Turkey Offers Thousands of Scholarships for Indonesian Students
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- The Turkish government provides thousands of full scholarships for Indonesian students pursuing undergraduate to doctoral degrees, covering all tuition and living expenses.
- Over 5,000 Indonesians are currently studying in Turkey through government scholarships, with growing interest in STEM and social sciences.
- Twenty-five Turkish universities participated in the Turkish Universities Fair 2026 in Bandung, offering insights into scholarship programs and higher education opportunities.
The Embassy of Turkey has announced that the Turkish government will offer thousands of university scholarships to Indonesian students. Each year, the number of Indonesians pursuing higher education in Turkey continues to rise, increasing by around 1,000 to 2,000 students annually.
Turkey’s Education Attaché to Indonesia, Ambassador Selman Ozdan, said the government provides scholarships for university-level education, covering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees. He explained that Indonesian students choose a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, social sciences, and other fields.
Selman added that all recipients receive full financial support covering both tuition fees and living costs throughout their studies in Turkey. “The scholarship covers living expenses and tuition until graduation. There are around 5,000 Indonesian students currently benefiting from this program,” he stated during the Turkish Universities Fair 2026, held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Bandung over the weekend.
At the educational fair, several seminars were held to discuss scholarship opportunities in Turkey. Students were given the chance to speak directly with university representatives about academic programs and scholarship schemes.
Selman further emphasized that Turkish universities excel particularly in STEM disciplines — Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics — which have become a key attraction for international students.
Kutahya Dumlupinar University Rector, Prof. Suleyman, said his institution currently hosts around 500 Indonesian students. These students, he noted, are fully funded by the Turkish government and receive comprehensive financial and academic support. “There are around 500 Indonesian students at our university, all on full scholarships,” Suleyman said.
He also pointed out that tuition fees in Turkish public and private universities are relatively affordable compared to many other countries. This affordability, coupled with scholarship opportunities, makes Turkey an increasingly popular study destination for Indonesian youth.
The Turkish Universities Fair showcased 25 leading universities from across Turkey. Visitors and prospective students had the opportunity to consult directly with representatives and explore various study options.
“We recognize how strong the demand is for quality international higher education,” said Ibrahim Albayrak, Founder of Edutolia Education, who helped organize the event.
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