Sabancı University Graduate Scholarships 2026 in Turkey (Fully Funded)

Sabancı University has officially opened applications for its Distinguished Science and Technology Scholarships 2026, offering an outstanding fully funded PhD opportunity in Turkey for high-achieving international students. The scholarship is designed for doctoral candidates in engineering, natural sciences, and related disciplines, with a funding package that includes full tuition coverage, monthly stipend, free accommodation, health insurance, and annual research support.

This scholarship stands out as one of the most attractive PhD funding opportunities in Europe and Turkey due to its generous financial package and strong focus on international research collaboration.

The Sabancı University Distinguished Science and Technology Scholarship offers a highly competitive funding package, including:

• 100% full tuition fee waiver
• Tuition support worth $36,500 per year
• Monthly stipend of 115,000 TL
• Increased stipend of 135,000 TL per month after passing the PhD qualifying exam
• Free on-campus single-room accommodation
• 10,000 TL monthly transportation allowance for students living off-campus
• Private health insurance
• Personal laptop
• $3,000 annual research funding after qualification exam
• Conference and international collaboration support

This package is intended to allow students to fully focus on their academic and research development without financial burden.

The Sabancı University Graduate Scholarships 2026 are available for:

• PhD Degree Programs

The scholarship is specifically targeted at exceptional doctoral candidates in science and technology disciplines.

Students can apply for PhD programs in the following areas:

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Cyber Security
• Electronics Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Materials Science and Nano Engineering
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Bioengineering

All degree programs are taught in English, making the scholarship accessible to international applicants worldwide.

The scholarship is open to students from all nationalities.

International applicants from any country can apply, provided they meet the academic and admission requirements.

To be eligible for the Sabancı University Graduate Scholarships 2026, applicants must:

• Apply for an eligible PhD program at Sabancı University
• Have an excellent academic background in a relevant field
• Demonstrate strong research potential
• Meet the admission requirements of the chosen department
• Show academic distinction through previous achievements
• Have a research profile aligned with the university’s science and technology goals
• Be proficient in English for academic study

Applicants with previous research experience, publications, and a strong academic profile will have an advantage during the scholarship evaluation process.

Applicants do not need to submit a separate scholarship application. Candidates are considered for the scholarship during the PhD admission process.

Steps to Apply:

1. Select an eligible PhD program at Sabancı University.
2. Prepare all admission documents, including academic transcripts and supporting materials.
3. Submit your application for the PhD program through the university’s official admission portal.
4. Qualified applicants are automatically reviewed by the scholarship committee.
5. Successful candidates will receive scholarship details with their admission offer.

Required Documents:

• Academic transcripts
• Degree certificates
• Updated CV
• Statement of purpose
• Recommendation letters
• English proficiency proof
• Research documents (if required by the department)

Application Deadline

The last date to apply for the Sabancı University Distinguished Science and Technology Scholarship 2026 is:

15 June 2026

Interested applicants should apply before the deadline to be considered for admission and scholarship funding.