Ibn Haldun University was founded in 2015 by the Turkish Youth and Education Service Foundation (TÜRGEV) and concentrates on the humanities, social sciences, law and business. Its main campus is in Başakşehir, on the western side of Istanbul, and opened in 2020. Most bachelor's programs are taught in English, and the university works in Turkish, English and Arabic.
Why Ibn Haldun?
- Admission with an Azerbaijani school certificate — no YÖS exam required
- Fully English-taught bachelor's degrees in economics, psychology, political science and media
- 50–64% discounts on every bachelor's program for students who apply through us
- Big savings on master's degrees too: from $5,600 for the whole degree
- A new, modern campus in Başakşehir
Programs and tuition (discounted, per year)
| Program | Language | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | English | |
| Economics | English | |
| Psychology | English | |
| Political Science and International Relations | English | |
| New Media and Communication | English | |
| Sociology | English | |
| Law | Turkish (30% English) |
Master's: most programs $16,000 $5,600 (for the whole degree); Air Transport Management $14,000 (for the whole degree). Please ask our counsellor for current PhD fees.
Admission requirements
- Bachelor's: Azerbaijani high-school certificate and grade transcript (translated) — no YÖS needed
- Master's / PhD: bachelor's (master's) diploma and transcript
- English-taught programs: language certificate or the university's own test; a prep year if your level is not yet sufficient
- Law and Islamic Studies: Turkish proficiency (TÖMER) or a preparatory year
Documents needed: passport copy, certificate/diploma and transcript (translated), English certificate (if available), passport-size photo. Intake: applications are open for the Fall 2026–2027 semester. Housing: private student dormitories around the campus; our counsellor will suggest a suitable option.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need the YÖS exam? — No, Ibn Haldun accepts students with an Azerbaijani school certificate.
- How long does the application take? — Once your documents are complete, the offer letter usually arrives within a few weeks.
- I don't speak Turkish — can I still study here? — Yes. Apart from Law and Islamic Studies, all bachelor's programs are taught in English.
- How do I get a discount? — The discounts shown apply to students who apply through us.