Established in 1996 by the Istanbul Education and Culture Foundation (İSTEK), the university was created with the goal of providing world-class education that meets global academic and professional standards. Over the years, Yeditepe University has become a preferred choice for both Turkish and international students seeking quality higher education in Turkey.
Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, the university’s main campus yeditepe university in Kayışdağı is one of the largest private university campuses in the country. It offers a peaceful learning environment while still being close to the cultural, economic, and social opportunities of Istanbul—one of the world’s most vibrant cities.
Academic Programs and Faculties
Yeditepe University offers a wide range of academic programs at undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. The university has more than 13 faculties, including Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering, Architecture, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Law, Communication, Fine Arts, Education, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy.
One of the university’s key strengths is its English-medium instruction. Most undergraduate and graduate programs are taught entirely in English, helping students develop strong language skills and graduate with international competitiveness. Some programs also include additional foreign language options such as German, French, Russian, or Chinese.
Strong Focus on International Education
Yeditepe University places great importance on internationalization. It has hundreds of partner universities worldwide and actively participates in exchange programs such as Erasmus+. Through these partnerships, students have opportunities to study abroad, experience different cultures, and gain global academic exposure.