Cyprus: Fully-Funded Scholarship at Near East University for International Students, 20

Deadline: September 15, 2017.

Near East University Scholarships are open for international students to pursue postgraduate (Master and PhD) programme.

Near East University is a private university located in North Cyprus. It was founded in North Nicosia in 1988, by Suat Günsel, a Turkish Cypriot who is the 100% owner of NEU. The chairman of the board of trustees is his son, Irfan Günsel.

Turkish Proficiency (Required only for foreign students applying to Departments whereby the language of instruction is Turkish. Students applying to the Faculty of Medicine or Dentistry are required to have knowledge of the Turkish Language before beginning clinical training).

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing postgraduate (Master and PhD) programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to study the subjects offered by the university.

Scholarship Award: 100%, 75%, 50%, 30% and 25% scholarships will be given in all Masters (with thesis) and PhD programs.

Scholarship will be taken in Turkey


Near East University is a private university located in North Cyprus

Eligibility: Requirements for applications to postgraduate programs of Near East University are as follows:
  • Graduating from a BSc or BA level undergraduate program.
  • Obtaining a score minimum 55 which is relevant to intended study field from Academic Postgraduate Education Exam (ALES) (only applies to Turkish Citizens).

Nationality: Turkish and international students are eligible to apply.

College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: Applicant must be Graduating from a BSc or BA level undergraduate program.

English Language Requirements: Turkish Proficiency (Required only for foreign students applying to Departments whereby the language of instruction is Turkish. Students applying to the Faculty of Medicine or Dentistry are required to have knowledge of the Turkish Language before beginning clinical training).


How to Apply: Applications and required documents should be submitted through info-at-neu.edu.tr with the reference sign “ISOSH-2018”.
Documents required for application:
  • Copy of undergraduate diploma
  • Application Form
  • ALES result for students from Turkey (Turkish Applicants Only)
  • Transcript
  • Copy of passport
  • 2 reference letters
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Master Diploma and Transcript (PhD Applicants Only)


Visit the Official Scholarship Website for more details.