Özyeğin University
- Istanbul
Ozyegin University was founded on May 18, 2007 by the Ozyegin Education Foundation. The university adopted modern educational systems, taking MIT and Cambridge Universities as models, with the aim of becoming one of the best Turkish universities. In a short period of time, it has succeeded in becoming one of the world’s leading universities.
- Languages: Turkish,English
University Information
Faculty and Students:
451 faculty members
Over 8,367 students
Over 75 international students from different nationalities
Special programs for students from Jordan and Qatar
Research Centers and Laboratories:
8 research centers
Centers for financial and economic studies
Technology and engineering development center
102 advanced technical laboratories
Integrating theoretical education with practical training
Academic Programs:
Engineering and technology programs
Finance and business programs
Affiliation with FİBA Holding
Supporting graduates working in banking, energy and other fields
International Collaborations:
Erasmus exchange program
Student exchange programs with over 200 universities
Collaborations with universities in Asia and America
Dual Major Opportunity:
Opportunity for high-achieving undergraduate students to pursue two majors at the same time
Possibility to graduate with two degrees at the same time
Additional Information:
Private foundation university located in Istanbul
Established in 2007
Considered one of the best foundation universities in Turkey
About housing
Campus:
- Located in Çekmeköy
- Modern and contemporary design
- Designed by the same companies that designed Cambridge University buildings
- Green spaces
- Accommodation:
- On-campus residence hall
- Annual fees vary depending on the number of students in a room
- Annual fees range from $1,300 to $5,000
- Residence halls offer all amenities, including medical centers, parks, gyms, swimming pools, and cinemas
- Other Accommodation Options:
- Apartments
- Monthly rent starts at $300
About the city
The university is located in the Asian section of Istanbul, in the Çekmeköy area. The population of Istanbul is 18 million, with over 6 million foreigners living in the city. The climate of the city is cold in winter and moderate in summer. It consists of two sections, European and Asian, separated by the Bosphorus Strait, connected by three bridges and an underwater tunnel.
The Asian section of Istanbul is considered the modern face of the city, with modern buildings and wide streets dominating, unlike the European section. This part is relatively quiet and less crowded compared to the other, with abundant green spaces and serving as a hub for many international companies.
The Asian section of Istanbul boasts numerous tourist attractions, including Kadıköy, similar to Taksim Square, and landmarks such as the Maiden’s Tower, the district of Üsküdar, and the Bosphorus waterfront, known for its abundance of cafes, squares, and parks like Beşiktaş Park and Mihrabat Park. Palaces along the Bosphorus date back to the Ottoman era, such as Beylerbeyi Palace, Küçüksu Palace, and Çubuklu Palace. It also houses many historical buildings like Haydarpaşa Railway Station and Selimiye Barracks. The Asian section is also home to numerous Ottoman mosques, including Çamlıca Mosque, one of Turkey’s largest mosques, situated on Çamlıca Hill overlooking the Bosphorus, known as “Brides’ Hill” among the Arab community. One of the most famous streets in the Asian section of Istanbul is Baghdad Street, renowned for its sophistication
About tourist and entertainment places
The university offers many sports clubs for its students to fill their leisure time, including basketball and football clubs, in addition to swimming and rowing clubs. It also provides sports fields and halls for its students, and green spaces abound within the campus.