TED University (TEDU) was founded in Ankara in 2009 by the Turkish Education Association (TED) and runs on a non-profit basis. Teaching is in English, following a liberal-arts model with an interdisciplinary curriculum. What sets it apart is a compulsory co-op program, so every student gains real work experience before graduating.
Why TEDU?
- Admission with an Azerbaijani school certificate — no YÖS exam required
- 45 of 47 programs taught in English
- 50% off bachelor's tuition for students who apply through us
- Compulsory co-op work placement — real experience on your CV by graduation
- A small, supportive academic community and the university's own male dormitory
Programs and tuition (discounted, per year)
| Program | Language | Tuition fee |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | English | |
| Software Engineering | English | |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | English | |
| Civil Engineering | English | |
| Psychology | English | |
| Business Administration | English | |
| Political Science and International Relations | English | |
| Architecture | English |
Master's: $6,000–11,000 for the whole degree, depending on the program. No PhD programs are offered.
Admission requirements
- Bachelor's: Azerbaijani high-school certificate and transcript (translated) — no YÖS needed
- Master's: bachelor's diploma and transcript
- GPA of roughly 2.5 out of 4 (varies by program)
- English-taught programs: a language certificate or the university's placement test
- The two Turkish-taught programs: TÖMER B2 or a preparatory year
Documents needed: passport copy, certificate/diploma and transcript (translated), English certificate (if available), passport photo. Intake: applications are open for Fall 2026–2027. Housing: the university's own TEDU male dormitory (Kolej), plus private dormitories for female and male students in Kızılay.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to take YÖS? — No, TED University admits students with an Azerbaijani school certificate.
- How long does the application take? — Once your documents are ready, the offer letter usually arrives within a few weeks.
- I don't speak Turkish — can I still study? — Yes, almost every program is taught in English, and you'll pick up Turkish naturally in everyday life in Ankara.
- How do I get the discount? — The discounts shown apply to students who apply through us.