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Study Economics in Turkey 🇹🇷

Turkey offers 57 Economics programs across 35 universities. Tuition ranges from $8k–$120k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students.

57 Programs
35 Universities
$8k–$120k/yr Tuition
7% STEM
7% Scholarships

Why Turkey for Economics?

Living Cost

$5,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Turkey →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (28) PhD (17) Master (12)

Top Universities for Economics in Turkey

Sabancı University

Istanbul · National rank #1 · QS #404

Economics Program · Bachelor Economics (with Thesis) · Master
Middle East Technical University (METU)

Ankara · National rank #1 · QS #269

Economics · Bachelor
Bilkent University

Ankara · National rank #4 · QS #415

Economics · Bachelor Ph.D. in Economics · PhD M.A. in Economics · Master
Boğaziçi University

Istanbul · National rank #4 · QS #371

Economics · Bachelor
Marmara University

Istanbul · National rank #7 · QS #1001

MSc in Financial Economics · Master
Abdullah Gül University

Kayseri · National rank #9

Economics · Bachelor
Çukurova University

Adana · National rank #10 · QS #1201

PhD in Economics · PhD Economics · Bachelor
Bahçeşehir University

Istanbul · National rank #10

Economics · Bachelor Economics (MA) · Master
Dokuz Eylül University

Izmir · National rank #11 · QS #1201

Economics · PhD
Yıldız Technical University

Istanbul · National rank #13 · QS #731

Economics · Bachelor
Selçuk University

Konya · National rank #16 · QS #1201

PhD in Economics · PhD Economics · Bachelor
Gaziantep University

Gaziantep · National rank #16

Economics · Master PhD in Economics · PhD
UludaÄŸ University

Bursa · National rank #18

Economics · Bachelor PhD in Economics · PhD
Akdeniz University

Antalya · National rank #19 · QS #1401

Economics · Bachelor PhD in Economics · PhD
İstanbul Bilgi University

Istanbul · National rank #20 · QS #1401

Financial Economics · Master Master of Science in Financial Economics · Master PhD in Economics · PhD
Karadeniz Technical University

Trabzon · National rank #20

Economics · Bachelor
Kocaeli University

Kocaeli · National rank #28

Economics · Bachelor PhD in Economics · PhD
İzmir University of Economics

Izmir · National rank #31 · QS #541

Economics · PhD Economics (Non-thesis) · Master
Tokat GaziosmanpaÅŸa University

Tokat · National rank #32 · QS #1501

PhD in Economics · PhD Economics · Bachelor
İstinye University

Istanbul · National rank #34

Economics · Bachelor

All Programs

Economics

İstinye University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Selçuk University

PhD

Economics

Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University

PhD

Economics

Amasya University

Bachelor

Financial Economics

İstanbul Bilgi University

Master STEM

Master of Science in Financial Economics

İstanbul Bilgi University

Master STEM

PhD in Economics

İstanbul Bilgi University

PhD STEM

Economics

Manisa Celal Bayar University

Bachelor

Economics

Dicle University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Dicle University

PhD

Economics Program

Sabancı University

Bachelor

Economics (with Thesis)

Sabancı University

Master

Economics

TOBB University of Economics and Technology

Bachelor

Applied Economics and Finance (Master's)

TOBB University of Economics and Technology

Master

Economics (PhD)

TOBB University of Economics and Technology

PhD

Economics

Gaziantep University

Master

Economics

Bilkent University

Bachelor Aid

Ph.D. in Economics

Bilkent University

PhD Aid

Economics (Master's)

TOBB University of Economics and Technology

Master

PhD in Economics

Gaziantep University

PhD

Economics

İzmir University of Economics

PhD

Economics (Non-thesis)

İzmir University of Economics

Master

M.A. in Economics

Bilkent University

Master Aid

Economics

Boğaziçi University

Bachelor

Economics

Atılım University

Bachelor

Labor Economics and Industrial Relations

Ordu University

Bachelor

Economics

Ordu University

Bachelor

Economics

Middle East Technical University (METU)

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Tokat GaziosmanpaÅŸa University

PhD

Economics

Tokat GaziosmanpaÅŸa University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Çukurova University

PhD

Economics

Çukurova University

Bachelor

Economics

Yıldız Technical University

Bachelor

Economics

Hasan Kalyoncu University

PhD

Economics

Selçuk University

Bachelor

Economics

UludaÄŸ University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

UludaÄŸ University

PhD

Economics

Düzce University

Bachelor

Economics

Kocaeli University

Bachelor

Economics

TED University

Bachelor

Economics Master's Program

TED University

Master

Economics

Türk-Alman University

PhD

International Trade and Finance - Master

Gebze Technical University

Master

MSc in Financial Economics

Marmara University

Master STEM

Economics

Giresun University

Bachelor

Economics

Akdeniz University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Akdeniz University

PhD

Economics

Karadeniz Technical University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Giresun University

PhD

Economics

Toros University

Bachelor

Economics

Dokuz Eylül University

PhD Aid

International Trade and Finance

Gedik University

Bachelor

Economics

Bahçeşehir University

Bachelor

Economics (MA)

Bahçeşehir University

Master

Economics

Abdullah Gül University

Bachelor

PhD in Economics

Kocaeli University

PhD

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Economics in Turkey?
Tuition for Economics programs in Turkey ranges from $8k–$120k/yr. 7% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $5k.
What are the English language requirements for Economics in Turkey?
English-taught Economics programs in Turkey typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Economics programs are in Turkey?
Abroadly lists 57 Economics programs at 35 universities across Turkey. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Economics programs in Turkey STEM-designated?
7% of Economics programs in Turkey carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Turkey a good country for Economics students?
Turkey is a strong choice for Economics with 35 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Turkish, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Economics in Turkey?
In Turkey, Economics programs are offered at: Bachelor (28 programs), PhD (17 programs), Master (12 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.