Overview
Balıkesir Üniversitesi is a public university in Balıkesir, in north-western Türkiye.
Its academic structure combines fourteen faculties, four institutes, two schools and a network of thirteen vocational schools spread across towns of the province, including Edremit, Ayvalık, Burhaniye, Bigadiç, Dursunbey, Havran, Kepsut, Savaştepe, Sındırgı and Susurluk. Faculties cover medicine, veterinary medicine, law, theology, architecture, engineering, education, health sciences, sport sciences, tourism, fine arts, economics and administrative sciences, and arts and sciences.
Graduate study is organised through the institutes of science, health sciences and social sciences, plus a dedicated olive-growing institute at Edremit. The university also runs a civil aviation school, a foreign languages school and a distance education centre.
International students are served by a dedicated office that publishes application calls for the 2026-2027 academic year, including calls for holders of a high school diploma and for the Faculty of Medicine through international exaMs. A Turkish teaching centre and Erasmus+ exchange mobility further support foreign and visiting students, and a Bologna coordination office maintains the course catalogue.
Location & Contact
Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Balıkesir Üniversitesi are listed below.
Programs Offered
Below are Balıkesir Üniversitesi's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.
98 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Türkiye
Bachelor's Degree 50 programmes
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Master's Degree 2 programmes
Associate's Degree 46 programmes
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Scholarships in Türkiye
Funding options available to students studying in Türkiye, alongside Balıkesir Üniversitesi's costs.
How to apply to Balıkesir Üniversitesi
How to apply to Balıkesir Üniversitesi — a five-step structure.
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Research programmes at Balıkesir Üniversitesi
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Balıkesir Üniversitesi offers 98 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Review admissions criteria
Each programme at Balıkesir Üniversitesi has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
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Gather supporting documents
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
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Lodge your application
Apply directly via Balıkesir Üniversitesi's online portal at www.balikesir.edu.tr. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
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Confirm receipt and track progress
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balıkesir Üniversitesi
A short Q&A covering Balıkesir Üniversitesi's essentials — founding, location, and structure.
When did Balıkesir Üniversitesi open?
Balıkesir Üniversitesi traces its founding to 1992 (approximately 34 years ago).
In which city is Balıkesir Üniversitesi?
Balıkesir Üniversitesi is based in Balıkesir, Türkiye.
Is Balıkesir Üniversitesi public or private?
Balıkesir Üniversitesi is a public institution.
What is Balıkesir Üniversitesi's official website?
Balıkesir Üniversitesi's official website is www.balikesir.edu.tr.
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