Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How Can I Apply as a Foreign Student?
Answer: It is sufficient for candidates to apply by following the steps in the relevant announcements published on our website (https://iso.firat.edu.tr/tr). It is important to read the announcements and related explanations carefully.
Question: I Have Not Graduated Yet and I Have Not Received My High School Diploma. Can I Apply?
Answer: Candidates who have not yet received their diplomas must submit an official document (temporary graduation certificate) from their high school showing that they will graduate on a certain date and their possible graduation grades.
Question: What are the Required Documents for Registration
Answer: You can access the documents required for registration on the ÖİDB website (https://ogrencidb.firat.edu.tr/page/20949).
Question: If I fail the Turkish Proficiency Exam, will my registration be deleted?
Answer: The Turkish level of candidates applying to associate and undergraduate programs is determined according to the results of the Turkish proficiency exam conducted by the University TÖMER Directorate before the beginning of the academic year. Candidates who do not have C1 level Turkish proficiency are registered to TÖMER. Students who successfully complete one-year Turkish education at TÖMER and pass the Turkish proficiency exam begin their education in the program they are accepted to. Students who fail the Turkish Proficiency Exam after one year of education are given an additional one year. The course fee of the student registered to TÖMER is not included in the tuition fee.
Students who apply to programs that provide 100% and 30% English education must document that their Turkish proficiency is at the B1 level within two years.
Question: Do I need to send the necessary documents by mail after uploading them to the application system?
Answer: No, your application documents will be stored digitally. You do not need to send them by mail to our address. However, if you are eligible to register, you must hand-deliver the originals of your documents on the registration dates for registration procedures.
Question: Can I send my application documents by e-mail?
Answer: No, documents sent by e-mail are not accepted. Any application not made through the Online Application system will not be evaluated.
Question: How many programs can I choose in the application system?
Answer: You have ten choices.
Question: Can I be eligible to register for more than one program?
Answer: No, you can only be eligible to register for one program you prefer.
Question: Where can I follow the application results?
Answer: All announcements regarding the application will be made on the web page (https://iso.firat.edu.tr/tr).
Question: The language of instruction of the department I applied to is 100% English. In this case, do I need to learn Turkish?
Answer: Yes, even if the language of instruction is 100% English, you have to attend the common compulsory Turkish courses.
Question: I am currently studying at a university abroad. Can I transfer from abroad?
Answer: No, Fırat University does not accept transfers of international students.
Question: Does the university have dormitory facilities?
Answer: Our university DOES NOT HAVE DORMITORY OPPORTUNITIES.
Question: Do Turkish citizens or Blue Card students pay a contribution fee?
Answer: Yes. Turkish citizens and Blue Card students who register to our university through the international student quota pay a contribution fee like other international students.
Question: Are books, course materials and accommodation fees included in the contribution fee paid?
Answer: No, extra expenses such as books, course materials and accommodation fees are not included in the contribution fee paid.
Question: Does Fırat University provide scholarships to international students?
Answer: No, Fırat University does not provide scholarships to international students.
Question: Can I work during my student years?
Answer: Associate, undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students receiving formal education in Turkey can work provided that they obtain a work permit. However, the right to work for associate and undergraduate students begins after the first year. Work permit applications are made to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.
Question: Can I transfer from a different university to Fırat University as an international student?
Answer: Our university does not accept international students from abroad or domestically via transfer.
Question: How can I solve the problem of accommodation?
Answer: You can benefit from state or private dormitories close to our university campuses. In order to apply for these dormitories, you must have a Turkish Republic identity number obtained from the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Students who do not have a Turkish Republic identity number cannot apply for dormitories. For detailed information on the subject, you can visit the website of the General Directorate of Credits and Dormitories https://kygm.gsb.gov.tr/.
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