The application windows and key academic dates for international students, 2026–2027.
International student application, evaluation and final registration: 1 June – 1 September 2026.
Spring transfer application, evaluation and registration: 4 January – 5 February 2027.
Apply as early as you can — leave time for your acceptance letter, Öğrenim Vizesi (student visa) and Denklik (equivalency). We recommend applying at least 2–3 months before your intended start date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall semester 2026 | |
| Course registration | 21–25 September 2026 |
| Classes begin (14 weeks) | 28 September 2026 |
| Add / drop period | 28 September – 2 October 2026 |
| Withdrawal / registration-freeze deadline | 13 November 2026 |
| Classes end | 6 January 2027 |
| Final exams | 11–22 January 2027 |
| Spring semester 2027 | |
| Course registration | 1–5 February 2027 |
| Classes begin (14 weeks) | 8 February 2027 |
| Add / drop period | 8–12 February 2027 |
| Withdrawal / registration-freeze deadline | 26 March 2027 |
| Classes end | 31 May 2027 |
| Final exams | 7–18 June 2027 |
| Summer school 2027 | |
| Summer school | 12 July – 27 August 2027 |
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Republic Day | 29 October 2026 |
| New Year’s Day | 1 January 2027 |
| Ramadan Feast (Eid al-Fitr) | 9–11 March 2027 |
| National Sovereignty & Children’s Day | 23 April 2027 |
| Labour & Solidarity Day | 1 May 2027 |
| Sacrifice Feast (Eid al-Adha) | 16–19 May 2027 |
| Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth & Sports Day | 19 May 2027 |
| Democracy & National Unity Day | 15 July 2027 |
| Victory Day | 30 August 2027 |
Religious-holiday dates (Ramadan and Sacrifice Feasts) are approximate and confirmed officially each year. The University is closed on official public holidays.