The Turkish Education Foundation (TEV) has been awarding international scholarships since 1969 to support the development of highly qualified professionals with leadership qualities, aiming to enhance the pool of skilled human capital in our country.
The new application period will begin in October–November 2025, and announcements will be published on TEV’s official website. Application deadlines vary depending on the scholarship program. This year’s available scholarships are for Turkish students planning to begin their graduate (Master’s) education abroad starting from September–October 2026, and for medical doctors intending to pursue advanced specialization or research in the field of medicine abroad.
TEV’s international scholarship programs do not cover undergraduate studies, Erasmus, Exchange programs, summer schools, language schools, or participation in conferences. Short-term (1–6 months) scholarship programs for postgraduate-level research or studies abroad may be launched throughout the year. Potential applicants are encouraged to check the announcements on the TEV website regularly.
CURRENT INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
TEV, USA and Western Europe Graduate Scholarship
Since 1969, TEV has awarded graduate scholarships for students attending top universities in the USA and Western European countries. Since TEV also offers specific and comprehensive programs for France, Germany, and the United Kingdom (including England, Northern Ireland, and Scotland), applications to countries other than these are evaluated under the TEV-USA & Western Europe Program. This scholarship does not cover tuition fees but provides partial support for living expenses.
Eligible countries for this program include:
USA, Belgium, Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Italy (excluding engineering fields specified in the TEV-FIAT TOFAŞ Scholarship Program), Spain, Portugal, Denmark (excluding DTU engineering fields specified in the TEV-Garring Foundation Scholarship Program), Luxembourg, Czech Republic, Hungary, Iceland, Estonia, Greece.
TEV-DAAD Germany Graduate Scholarship
Since 1998, TEV and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) have jointly offered graduate scholarships in all fields except medicine and performing arts. 50% of living expenses are covered by DAAD, and the other 50% by TEV.
TEV-French Embassy France Graduate Scholarship
Since 2004, TEV and the French Embassy have offered scholarships for graduate studies at public universities in all fields except medicine and performing arts. Master’s programs in France typically last 1 to 2 years. The scholarship is awarded initially for 10 months. If the program is two years, the scholarship may be extended for another 10 months upon review. Part of the tuition fee is covered by the French Embassy, with the amount varying annually. Monthly stipend payments are also provided, 55% funded by TEV and 45% by the Embassy.
TEV-ZZ Garring Foundation Denmark DTU Graduate Scholarship
Since 1996, TEV and the ZZ Garring Foundation have awarded scholarships for English-taught Master’s programs at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in fields such as Computer Systems, Electrical, Telecommunications, Marine and Coastal, Petroleum, Wind Energy, Civil, Chemical Engineering, Technical Biochemistry, and Biotechnology. The scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, and other living expenses. The application and selection process is managed by TEV; all costs are covered by the ZZ Garring Foundation.
Chevening-TEV United Kingdom Graduate Scholarship
Since 2024, TEV and Chevening have collaborated to offer scholarships for graduate programs at Chevening-approved universities in the United Kingdom, in all fields. Tuition and living costs are co-funded 50% by Chevening and 50% by TEV.
TEV-FIAT TOFAŞ Italy Graduate Scholarship
Since 2009, through the TOFAŞ Scholarship Fund within TEV, scholarships have been offered at “Politecnico” universities in Italy for Master’s programs in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronics, Automotive, Aerospace, and Management Engineering. Scholarships are granted for the duration of the academic program, usually 2 years. Recipients commit to working at FIAT TOFAŞ for the same duration after completing their studies.
TEV-Dr. Orhan Birman Medical Research Scholarship
Since 1996, through the late Dr. Orhan Birman’s Scholarship Fund, international scholarships are granted to physicians who have graduated from medical school and hold a medical degree. These physicians are expected to pursue advanced specialization or research in the USA or Western Europe, and upon return, implement their acquired knowledge at the recommending institution in Turkey. Candidates must be talented, financially constrained, and supported by their institution. Scholarship duration is between 6 months and 2 years.
TEV-TEV UK-Imperial College London Graduate Scholarship (UK)
Since October 2022, TEV-TEV UK and Imperial College London offer fully-funded scholarships for Master's programs in fields under Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Dyson School of Design Engineering. 25% of tuition is covered by Imperial College London, while 75% of tuition and all living expenses are funded by TEV UK. A monthly stipend is also provided. Duration: 1 year.
TEV-TEV UK-University of Cambridge Graduate Scholarship (UK)
Since October 2023, TEV-TEV UK and University of Cambridge offer fully-funded graduate scholarships in all fields. 25% of tuition is covered by the Cambridge Trust, and 75% of tuition and all living expenses by TEV UK. A monthly stipend is provided. Duration: 1 year.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS TO BE ANNOUNCED FOR FALL 2025–2026
Chevening-TEV United Kingdom Graduate Scholarship
October 1, 2025 (09:00) – Deadline: December 1, 2025
Applicants must apply to both Chevening and TEV. Chevening’s application deadline is earlier than TEV’s — please check Chevening’s website for exact dates.
TEV-Garring Foundation Denmark DTU Graduate Scholarship
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
TEV-DAAD Germany Graduate Scholarship
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
TEV-French Embassy France Graduate Scholarship
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
TEV-FIAT TOFAŞ Italy Graduate Scholarship
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
TEV USA and Western Europe Graduate Scholarships
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
TEV-TEV UK-Imperial College London Graduate Scholarship
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
TEV-TEV UK-University of Cambridge Graduate Scholarship
Applicants do not apply directly to TEV for this scholarship. Candidates who apply and are admitted to the University of Cambridge may be shortlisted by the Cambridge Trust, which will then share selected candidates' names with TEV. TEV will contact these individuals for application and interview. Final scholarship recipients are selected through this process.
TEV Dr. Orhan Birman Medical Research Scholarship
2025–2026 application dates to be announced soon.
Contact: yurtdisiburs@tev.org.tr
You can access the KVKK (Personal Data Protection Law) Information Notice for international scholarship applicants via the link below:
https://kvkkbelge.tev.org.tr/view/dd7ae768-f7e0-4ddb-b42a-db113d2337c6/