The Türkiye Diyanet Foundation (TDV) is offering fully funded scholarships for international students to pursue Islamic Theology degrees in Turkey at the undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. levels for the 2025-2026 academic year. This initiative aims to promote Islamic education worldwide, foster cultural exchange, and share Turkey’s expertise in the field.
Program Overview:
- Study Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees in Islamic Theology, covering disciplines such as Basic Islamic Sciences, Philosophy and Religious Studies, and Islamic History and Arts.
- Application Period: January 15 – February 28, 2025
- Application Review: March 1 – March 20, 2025
- Interviews Conducted: March 1 – May 15, 2025
- Interview Evaluation: May 15 – June 31, 2025
- Results Announcement: June 1, 2025
Scholarship Benefits:
- Tuition Fees: Full exemption from university tuition fees.
- Accommodation: Free housing provided.
- Living Allowance: Monthly financial assistance.
- Health Insurance: Coverage of general health insurance costs, allowing access to healthcare services in Turkey.
- Travel Support: Assistance with travel expenses to and from Turkey.
- Educational Assistance: Additional programs in Turkish, Arabic, and relevant academic fields to enhance university coursework.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must be non-Turkish citizens.
- Undergraduate candidates must have completed or be in their final year of high school.
- Master’s applicants must hold or be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree.
- Ph.D. applicants must have completed or be in the final year of a master’s program.
- Undergraduate applicants must be born after January 1, 2003.
- Candidates should not be currently enrolled in a program in Turkey at the same academic level.
- No education gap exceeding two years after high school.
- Must not have been previously dismissed from a TDV scholarship program.
How to Apply:
- Online Registration: Submit the application via the TDV scholarship portal during the application window.
- Document Submission: Upload required documents, including academic transcripts, diplomas, passport copies, birth certificate, health certificate, CV, and passport-sized photos.
- Interview Process: Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews at designated centers, typically at Turkish embassies or consulates.
- Final Selection: Successful candidates will be notified via email with details regarding visa procedures, travel arrangements, and enrollment.
For full details and to apply, visit the official Türkiye Diyanet Foundation scholarship website: diyanetburslari.tdv.org.
Ensure all applications and supporting documents are submitted by February 28, 2025.
