- Turkey
- Istanbul
About Program
Spend a semester or year in Istanbul pursuing a wide variety of academic fields and gaining a deeper understanding of Turkey as a society undergoing rapid urbanization and social transformation.
Through studies at one of the most prestigious private universities in the country, volunteering, peer language tutors, and a variety of cultural activities and excursions, you’ll immerse youself in Tukey’s fascinating history, traditions, and people.
Study abroad in Istanbul and you will:
- Study in a country that offers a unique blend of east and west—rich in history and tradition, yet undergoing rapid social transformation
- Take a Turkish language course and participate in weekly practice sessions with peer language tutors
- Engage in weekly discussion sessions, guest lectures, and visits to NGOs and cultural sites
- Explore the cultural and geographic diversity of Turkey through excursions to various regions of the country
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Scholarships
CIEE Scholarships and Grants
CIEE’s need-based grants offer support to students who face financial barriers to studying abroad. CIEE awards need-based grants based on students’ EFCs and program selection. The Gilman Go Global Grant offers students $750-$2,000 toward airfare, plus $2,500 toward semester program costs, or $1,000 toward summer program costs.