TURKEY: Bogazici University
Bogazici University was formally established on September 10, 1971 in Istanbul, Turkey. While thus appearing to be a newcomer to the community of Turkish universities, it has behind it the long history of Robert College, which was the first American College to be established outside the boundaries of the United States. With the transfer of the site to the Turkish government, Bogazici University became the direct heir to not only the excellent facilities of Robert College but also to its distinguished academic tradition.
In 1971 Bogazici University had three faculties plus one school of higher education. Since 1982, it has grown to include four faculties, six institutes (offering graduate programs), the School of Foreign Languages, the School of Applied Disciplines and the School of Advanced Vocational Studies. The University's four faculties are: Arts and Sciences, Engineering, Economics and Administrative Sciences, and Education. Many faculty members teach in more than one faculty and the faculty structure promotes interdisciplinary teaching whenever appropriate.
Academic Year Schedule
| Autumn semester: | late September-mid January |
| Spring semester: | late February-mid June |
Housing
Exchange and special students who choose to live in residence halls will be placed in a shared suite in the private dormitory. Housing fees are US $1,250 per semester, plus a refundable US $200 deposit (fees are subject to change). These fees do not include food services.
A room check is required at the end of each semester. If keys and linen are not returned or if there is any room damage, these charges will be deducted from the deposit.
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 2.5 GPA with completion of at least 30 credits at WWU by the beginning of the exchange
- Junior or senior status
- Application approval by IPE committee
Application Procedure
- Complete Bogazici University application and submit with official academic transcripts
- Complete International Programs & Exchanges Study Abroad/Exchange Application and submit with the Direct Exchange Academic Reference form and a statement of purpose
- Pay IPE application deposit
- Application will be approved by a committee before the nomination is forwarded
- Before coming to Turkey, students should take their admission forms to the nearest Turkish Consulate and obtain a student visa. Having a student visa enables the students to apply for a residence permit. If the student has a tourist visa, s/he cannot apply for a residence permit.
Application Deadlines
| Academic year or Fall semester: | April 1 |
| Spring semester: | October 1 |
For more information, visit Bogazici University website, http://www.boun.edu.tr/index_eng.html, and the Office of International Programs, http://www.intl.boun.edu.tr/.