The first and foremost condition for joining the Koç MSc in Finance Program is to be a highly motivated and dedicated individual. In addition, applicants must possess the following qualifications:

  • An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution (*studies abroad should be recognized by Turkish Higher Education Council)
  • Minimum two years of full-time professional work experience
  • Proficiency in English

In order to apply to the MSc in Finance 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
  • Two reference letters

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.

Selected applicants will be called for an interview by the Graduate School of Business. The candidates will be given a short article to read and study before the interview and will be asked to answer questions related to the article as a part of the interview process. Standardized tests such as TOEFL and GMAT may also be required.

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.
  • Turkish students whose undergrad degrees’ are from Universities located outside of Türkiye, are expected to supply equivalency document by applying YOK individually.

Having minimum two years of full-time professional work experience is recommended.


Online Application & Deadlines

Applications for 2023/2024 academic year will begin in February 2023.

Only submitted online applications will be considered.


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

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


Tuition and Fees

Program tuition for 2023-2024 academic year will be decided by the Board of Trustees in the first quarter of 2023.


The non-refundable Application Fee: 250 TL

It is paid via credit card on online application system.

There are no scholarships available for the MSc in Finance 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.

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