It is recognized as a non‑profit higher education institution supported by the Nişantaşı Education and Culture Foundation and operates under Turkish higher‑education laws. The university began its educational activities initially as Nişantaşı Vocational School in 2009 and soon expanded into a full university, receiving its official university status in 2012.
The institution is based in Istanbul’s European side, one of the largest nisantasi university and most vibrant cities in Turkey, offering students rich cultural, academic, and professional experiences.
Academic Programs and Faculties
Nişantaşı University provides a wide range of academic programs that include undergraduate (bachelor’s), graduate (master’s), and doctoral degrees. It has several faculties, such as:
Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
Faculty of Arts and Design
Faculty of Medical Sciences
Higher schools for Civil Aviation, Physical Education and Sports
Vocational school and postgraduate institutes in social and natural sciences
The university offers more than 100 academic programs across multiple fields. Some are taught in Turkish, while others are delivered in English, helping students improve language skills and enhance their competitiveness in a global job market.
Modern Campus and Facilities
One of the distinguishing features of Nişantaşı University is its modern campus infrastructure. Its most notable site is the NeoTech Campus in Maslak, equipped with high‑tech classrooms, laboratories, simulation centers, and co‑working areas.