| Location | Address | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|
Istanbul Asian Side |
Tepeören Mahallesi Tuzla Kampüsü, İstanbul Okan Üniversitesi, 34959 Tuzla/İstanbul |
About Istanbul Okan University
Istanbul Okan University is among Turkey’s most dynamic and progressive private universities. Known for its motto “The University Closest to Business Life,” it focuses on blending academic knowledge with real-world skills. Through strong industry collaborations and career-oriented programs, the university prepares its students for success in today’s competitive job market.
Istanbul Okan University was founded in 1999 by the Okan Foundation for Culture, Education, and Sports, the university began academic operations in the 2003–2004 academic year. Today, it offers a wide range of programs across various faculties, including economics, arts, architecture, and graduate studies in social sciences.
Istanbul Okan University in Numbers
🔸 10 faculties
🔸 56 undergraduate programs
🔸 43 programs at the institute level
🔸 121 graduate programs
🔸 21 doctoral (PhD) programs
🔸 35,788 alumni
🔸 65,938 printed books in the library
🔸 534,000 e-books available
🔸 25,557 students have completed training and internship opportunities
Istanbul Okan University Vision & Mission
🔸 To become an innovative, globally recognized institution that meets the evolving needs of society and the professional world through modern education aligned with international standards.
🔸 Develop forward-thinking educational methods using modern technologies
🔸 Equip students with analytical thinking, creativity, and strong problem-solving abilities
🔸 Contribute to science, culture, and the arts through academic research
🔸 Promote ethics, human values, and social responsibility in all aspects of education
Advantages of Studying at Istanbul Okan University
🔸 A large and modern campus featuring advanced facilities: fully equipped classrooms, labs, event venues, and more
🔸 Access to psychological counseling through the on-campus Psychological Counseling Center (OPDEM)
🔸 On-site medical services, including a 24/7 emergency ambulance and a health clinic
🔸 An academic environment that emphasizes practical training and real-world readiness
Istanbul Okan University Accreditation
The university is recognized across all European Union countries and in numerous Arab nations, including Libya, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen, Egypt, and Iraq.
Languages of Instruction at Istanbul Okan University
Students can choose to study in either English or Turkish, depending on their program and academic focus.
Istanbul Okan University Campuses
Okan University operates across three campuses:
🔸 Tuzla Campus – Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, 10 km from Sabiha Gökçen Airport
🔸 Kadıköy Campus – Centrally located in the Kadıköy district of Istanbul
🔸 Mecidiyeköy Campus – Situated on the European side, in one of the city’s business hubs
Medical Hospitals at Istanbul Okan University
The university manages four medical centers in Istanbul:
🔸 Okan University Dental Hospital (Tuzla)
🔸 Okan University Dental Hospital (Mecidiyeköy)
🔸 Okan University Clinics (Kadıköy)
🔸 Okan University Hospital (Tuzla)
Recreational Activities for Students
Students benefit from a full range of leisure and fitness options:
🔸 A modern sports complex featuring a gym, indoor pool, sauna, fitness area, jogging track, and steam room
🔸 A student social center with a cinema, entertainment zone, cafés, restaurants, and retail shops
🔸 A cinema hall with seating for over 100 attendees
How to Apply to Istanbul Okan University
- Undergraduate Programs
🔸 Students may apply with a minimum high school average of 60%.
Required documents:
🔸 High school diploma (translated into English or Turkish and attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
🔸 Official transcript (translated and attested)
🔸 Passport
🔸 Recent photograph
- Graduate Programs (Master's)
🔸 Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with at least a 60% GPA. Documents required:
🔸 Bachelor’s degree diploma (translated and attested)
🔸 Academic transcript (translated and attested)
🔸 Passport
🔸 Photograph
- Doctorate (PhD) Programs
🔸 Applicants must have a master’s degree with at least a 60% average. Required documents:
🔸 Master’s diploma (translated into English or Turkish and attested)
🔸 Transcript (translated and attested)
🔸 Passport
🔸 Photograph
Istanbul Okan University Intakes & Deadlines
- Undergraduate Programs
🔸 Admissions open once per year in the fall semester. Applications are accepted from May to September, with possible extensions until early October.
- Graduate (Master’s and PhD) Programs
Admissions are open twice a year:
🔸 Fall Intake: Applications run from May to September, with potential extensions into October.
🔸 Spring Intake: Open from October to January, with classes beginning in February.
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