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Funding routes

Scholarships and tuition packages

Scholarships can be offered by governments, universities, foundations and private organisations. Here we explain common funding routes, what they may cover and where to check the details.

The two routes compared

Neither route is right for everyone. The main differences are who decides, how competitive it is, and what you still pay.

Comparison of NK tuition packages and external scholarships
QuestionNK tuition packagesTürkiye · arranged by NKExternal scholarshipsGovernment, university and private awards
What it isA single-payment tuition arrangement for selected programmes in Türkiye. Not a government or university scholarship award.Funding offered by a government, university, foundation or private organisation. Benefits vary and may include tuition, a stipend or other support.
Who decidesThe university admits you; package terms are set by NK and confirmed in writing.The scholarship provider selects candidates according to its own criteria.
How competitiveDepends on meeting the programme’s entry requirements.Varies by award. Many are competitive and consider academic results, profile or financial need.
What you payThe package price ($3,000–$6,500 per 2026 brochure) plus living, travel and other costs.Depends on the award and any document, translation or test costs.
May suit you ifYou want a predictable tuition cost and a confirmed study plan in Türkiye.You meet the provider’s criteria and can work to its application deadline.
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Route 1

NK tuition packages in Türkiye

Arranged by NK Consultancy with universities in Türkiye. Marketed in NK’s brochure as “scholarship packages”.

Terms confirmed in writing
NK tuition packages, prices per the 2026 brochure
PackageDuration & levelPrice (paid once)Action
Bachelor’s4 years · Undergraduate$6,500USDDiscuss
Master’s~3 years incl. 1-year prep · Postgraduate$3,000USDDiscuss
Vocational~3 years incl. 1-year prep · Associate$3,000USDDiscuss
Listed in the 2026 brochure
  • Programme tuition for the package duration, in one payment
  • Admission and application handling
  • Offer-letter stage
  • Student visa guidance
  • Residence permit application support
  • Airport pickup and registration-day support in Istanbul
Not listed: budget for these
  • Accommodation and living costs
  • Flights and travel
  • Government visa and residence-permit fees
  • Health insurance
  • Document translation and attestation
Eligibility
Depends on the programme’s entry requirements. The brochure notes that vocational programmes have lower entry requirements than bachelor’s programmes.
Programmes
Which programmes the package applies to is confirmed for your intake.

Before you pay: ask for the package terms in writing, including exactly which programme, which years of tuition and which services are included for you.

Source: NK Consultancy Scholarship Program brochure, 2026 intake (owner-supplied) · Last reviewed 15 Oct 2026

Route 2

Scholarship opportunities

We help you identify suitable awards and prepare your application. Each government, university, foundation or private provider sets its own eligibility rules and makes the final decision.

Rules and dates change every cycle, so check the official source linked under each scholarship before applying.

Türkiye Scholarships

Government of Türkiye (Türkiye Bursları)

Awaiting official dates
Levels
Associate, bachelor’s, master’s, PhD and research programmes
Eligibility summary
Competitive and merit-based, with strong emphasis on academic excellence. Full nationality, age and grade criteria are on the official site.
Support listed by the programme
  • University placement
  • Monthly stipend
  • Accommodation
  • Health insurance
  • Flight ticket
  • Turkish language course
Check before relying on it
  • Stipend amounts and conditions
  • Which support applies to your level
Student costs
The online application is free. You pay for your own documents and translations.
Application period
Dates for the next cycle not yet verified. Check the official application calendar.

Official source: turkiyeburslari.gov.tr · Last verified 15 Oct 2026

DAAD EPOS (Germany)

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD): Development-Related Postgraduate Courses

Dates vary by course
Levels
Selected development-related postgraduate courses in Germany
Eligibility summary
  • Two years of relevant work experience at the time of application
  • Latest academic degree normally no older than 6 years
  • No age limit
  • Language requirements depend on the course
What is covered
A DAAD scholarship for the course duration. Current amounts and benefits are set out in DAAD’s official programme overview and are not reproduced here.
Student costs
Language tests, certified copies and translations may still have separate costs.
Application period
Deadlines differ by postgraduate course. We check the current deadline for the courses you choose.

Official source: DAAD EPOS FAQ (PDF, June 2026) · daad.de · Last verified 15 Oct 2026

Chinese Government Scholarship

Government of China, administered through the China Scholarship Council

Details not yet verified

We could not verify the current eligibility rules, age limits, benefits or application dates against the official source, so we don’t list them here. An adviser checks the current official rules with you before you apply.

Levels (NK guidance)
Bachelor’s, master’s and PhD; confirm on the official site
Student costs
Documents and any required medical examination may still have separate costs.

Official source: campuschina.org · Not yet verified · Reviewed 15 Oct 2026

Documents

Documents to start preparing

Commonly requested for scholarship and university applications. Each programme sets its own list, and we confirm yours.

  • Valid passport or national ID
  • Academic transcripts (all levels)
  • Degree or graduation certificates
  • 1–3 recommendation letters
  • Up-to-date CV
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Motivation letter or statement of purpose
  • Language certificate, where required
  • Research proposal or study plan (master’s & PhD)
  • Medical examination form, where required
Next steps

Not sure which route is realistic?

We look at your grades, budget and goals and tell you honestly which options are worth your time. Then we work through it together:

  1. Choose your country and level
  2. Gather your documents; we check every file
  3. We prepare your motivation letter, study plan and application
  4. We submit on time and follow it to the result
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