Türkiye Diyanet Scholarships for High School, BS, MS and PhD 2026 – Fully Funded

Applications for the 2026 Türkiye Diyanet Scholarships will open on January 15, 2026, offering opportunities at high school, undergraduate (Bachelor’s), master’s (Graduate), and PhD. Administered by the Türkiye Diyanet Foundation (TDV), this program aims to train knowledgeable individuals to support Muslim communities worldwide. The deadline for applications is February 28, 2026. These scholarships are fully funded, covering tuition, accommodation, monthly stipends, health insurance, travel expenses, and more. They are open to international students from over 114 countries who are not Turkish citizens, with no application fee required. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details

• Programs Offered: High School (secondary education), Undergraduate (Bachelor’s), Graduate (Master’s), and PhD (Doctoral).
• Host Country: Türkiye
• Application Period: January 15, 2026 – February 28, 2026.
• Funding Type: Fully funded
• Open for all Nationalities
• No Application Fee: Applications are free of charge.

What This Scholarship Offers

• Financial Support: Monthly stipend, full tuition coverage, and annual clothing allowance (for high school).
• Accommodation: Free housing in TDV dormitories or school boarding facilities.
• Health and Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance and coverage for medical expenses.
• Travel Assistance: Round-trip airfare for initial arrival and return upon graduation, plus annual home visits (for some levels).
• Educational Perks: Access to language courses (Turkish, Arabic, English), seminars, academic support, and specialization studies.
• Extracurricular Activities: Summer and winter camps, cultural excursions, sports facilities, and personal development programs.
• Additional Benefits: Stationery support, meals (for high school), and opportunities for Quran memorization and religious practice.

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Eligibility Criteria

• Citizenship: Must not be a Turkish citizen.
• Age Requirements:
  High School – Born after Jan 1, 2010
  Undergraduate – After Jan 1, 2005
  Master’s – After Jan 1, 1996
  PhD – After Jan 1, 1991.
• Academic Qualifications: Minimum 70% in relevant prior education (e.g., grade 8 for high school, high school diploma for undergraduate); thesis required for graduate levels.
• Health and Conduct: No mental/physical health issues; no disciplinary actions or convictions.
• Other Conditions: Single (for high school); no extended education breaks; family residing outside Türkiye; language proficiency for graduate levels (e.g., TOEFL, YDS).
• Exclusions: Current students in Türkiye (for some levels); refugees living in Türkiye.

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Application Timeline

• Application Submission: Jan 15 – Feb 28, 2026.
• Evaluation: March 1 – 20, 2026.
• Interviews: March 23 – May 31, 2026 (face-to-face in home country).
• Results Announcement: After June 15, 2026 via email.

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How to Apply

• Online Portal: Submit your application via the Diyanet Scholarship Management System (Find the link Below)
• Registration Steps: Create an account, activate via email, select program, fill out the form with accurate details matching passport/ID.

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Required Documents for Registration

• Original/certified diplomas and transcripts.
• Passport or ID copy.
• Health report confirming fitness to study.
• Birth certificate and parental consent (for minors).

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