# Turkey Scholar
The Turkish Government Scholarship exists and qualifies Somali refugees in Turkey, providing funding of up to $1,100 per month for undergraduate students, $1,300 per month for master's students, and $1,600 per month for PhD students.
The scholarship aims to support the education of refugees in Turkey, promoting their integration into Turkish society.
To be eligible, applicants must be refugees residing in Turkey, holding a valid visa, and meeting specific requirements such as language proficiency and academic achievement.
For more information on visa categories, visit the Turkish Government's official website.
Who Qualifies
Somali refugees in Turkey who hold a valid visa, such as a residence permit or a student visa, are eligible to apply for the Turkish Government Scholarship.
The visa categories include:
- Short-term residence permit
- Student residence permit
- Family residence permit
- Humanitarian residence permit
- Refugee residence permit
- Being under the age of 25 for undergraduate programs
- Having a minimum GPA of 3.0 for master's and PhD programs
- Meeting the language proficiency requirements, such as English or Turkish language tests
Available Scholarships
The following are five real scholarships available to Somali refugees in Turkey:
Turkish Government Scholarship
- Amount: up to $1,100 per month for undergraduate students
- Eligibility: Somali refugees in Turkey, holding a valid visa and meeting specific requirements
- Deadline: varies depending on the program and intake
- Official URL: https://www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr/
Yunus Emre Scholarship
- Amount: up to $750 per month for undergraduate students
- Eligibility: international students, including Somali refugees in Turkey
- Deadline: April 30th
- Official URL: https://www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr/
Bilkent University Scholarship
- Amount: full tuition waiver and a monthly stipend of $500
- Eligibility: international students, including Somali refugees in Turkey
- Deadline: July 15th
- Official URL: https://www.bilkent.edu.tr/
Kadir Has University Scholarship
- Amount: full tuition waiver and a monthly stipend of $1,000
- Eligibility: international students, including Somali refugees in Turkey
- Deadline: June 30th
- Official URL: https://www.khas.edu.tr/
Istanbul Technical University Scholarship
- Amount: full tuition waiver and a monthly stipend of $750
- Eligibility: international students, including Somali refugees in Turkey
- Deadline: August 15th
- Official URL: https://www.itu.edu.tr/
Application Steps
To apply for the Turkish Government Scholarship or other scholarships, follow these steps:
- Check the eligibility criteria and requirements for each scholarship.
- Prepare the necessary documents, including a valid passport, visa, and academic certificates.
- Fill out the online application form, usually available on the official website of the scholarship provider.
- Upload the required documents and submit the application.
- Wait for the application to be reviewed and processed.
- Receive an email notification with the application result.
- If selected, receive a scholarship offer with details on the award amount and duration.
- Accept the scholarship offer and prepare for enrollment at the designated university.
Documents Checklist
The following documents are usually required for scholarship applications:
- Valid passport
- Valid visa
- Academic certificates (e.g., diploma, transcript)
- Language proficiency test results (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)
- Proof of financial need (e.g., income statement, bank statement)
- Personal statement or motivation letter
- Letters of recommendation (usually 2-3)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are eight FAQ entries specific to migrants:
- Q: What is the deadline for the Turkish Government Scholarship?
- Q: Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
- Q: Do I need to have a language proficiency test result to apply for a scholarship?
- Q: Can I apply for a scholarship if I am already enrolled in a university?
- Q: How long does it take to receive a scholarship decision?
- Q: Can I appeal a scholarship decision?
- Q: Do I need to have health insurance to apply for a scholarship?
- Q: Can I apply for a scholarship if I have a disability?
For more information, visit the official website of the Turkish Government or the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
Related Guides
For more information on scholarships for refugees, visit the scholarships for refugees page.
To find scholarships in Canada, visit the Canada scholarships page.
For fully funded scholarships, visit the fully funded scholarships page.
To learn more about PhD scholarships, visit the PhD scholarships page.
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