Admissions

MBA program’s language of instruction is English and non-thesis program. The first and foremost condition for joining the Koç MBA Program is to be a highly motivated and dedicated individual. In addition, all applicants must possess the following qualifications:

In order to apply to the MBA Program, the applicants must complete the online application (https://apply.ku.edu.tr/gradapp) and upload the following;

  • An official academic transcript from every university attended
  • Three essays as specified
  • TOEFL score can also be uploaded if available
  • Minimum 3 years of full-time professional work experience


Two Reference Letters should be submitted for the application. The candidate should provide the contact information of those who will fill in the reference letters in the online application. The references will be provided with the web link of the reference letter form via e-mail.

Applications can be submitted without a language score. However, depending on interview performance, a TOEFL score might be requested. No language documentation is necessary unless it is requested by the admissions committee.

All qualified applicants will be called for an interview by the Graduate School of Business. The admission interview is conducted in English. The candidates will be given a business case to read right before the interview and will be asked to answer questions related to the case as a part of the interview process. 

Important Notice

  • All the international students’ undergrad diplomas from the Universities abroad should be recognized by Higher Education Council of Türkiye. If they are not recognized by YOK, the students’ applications will not be valid to any Turkish University. This process will be conducted on behalf of the student by KU Registrar’s Office.
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  • Turkish students whose undergrad degrees’ are from Universities located outside of Türkiye, are expected to supply equivalency document by applying YOK individually before the end of the program.

Online Application & Deadlines

Application deadline: July 31, 2024

Only submitted online applications will be considered.

Apply now: https://apply.ku.edu.tr/

For your inquiries, please contact Graduate School of Business at gsb@ku.edu.tr

Tuition and Fees

Program tuition for 2024-2025 academic year is ₺750.000* for Turkish citizens, and $20.000* for non-Turkish citizens (VAT included).

*The specified amount for the MBA (Modular, Tech, Health, Design) program is the fee for the first year of the program, and annual fees will be collected in the first and second years of the program. The fee to be collected in the second year will be calculated by increasing the first year's fee by the 12-month CPI (Consumer Price Index) as of the end of June plus 10%.

Application Fee (Non-refundable): ₺600

It is paid via credit card on online application system.

There are no scholarships available for the MBA program.

Corporate loyalty discounts are available for individuals working for the companies listed in our loyalty program.

Customized payment by installments is available for Turkish citizens from Yapı Kredi upon request.