Özyeğin University, Çekmeköy Campus Nişantepe District, Orman Street, 34794 Çekmeköy - İSTANBUL

Phone : +90 (216) 564 90 00

Fax : +90 (216) 564 99 99

E-mail: info@ozyegin.edu.tr

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

1- Are there any attendance requirements?
The attendance requirement varies depending on the course. Attendance requirement is denoted in course syllabus of each course before the course registrations.

2 - In which field should my graduation be?
It is sufficient to graduate from any undergraduate program for those who apply with a Bachelor's Diploma, or from any Master's program for those who apply with a Postgraduate Diploma.


3- How can I apply?
You may apply online via our online application system.

4- As I have not graduated yet, I will not have the transcript of my final semester at the time of application. Would this be a problem?
You may upload your current transcript as is.  Once you graduate, you may submit your full transcript at the time of enrollment.

5- As I am a senior year student, I will not have a diploma at the time of application. Would this be a problem?
If you have already graduated, you may submit a temporary graduation certificate. If you have not graduated yet, you may obtain a document from your University which shows the expected semester/date of your graduation, and upload it to the online application system. However, you must submit a document showing that you have graduated before the interview date.

6- How should I upload my letter of reference to the application system?
Once you enter your reference’s contact details in the letter of reference field in the online application system, the system will send a reference form to your reference’s email address. When your reference fills out the form, the letter of reference will be uploaded to the system.

7- Can I submit my letters of reference in person?
If your references do not have Internet access or are unable to fill out the reference form via the online application system, they may mail the letters directly to the OzU Graduate School of Social Sciences or may submit them to you, enclosed in a sealed envelope, signed across the seals, to be submitted to the Graduate School:

Özyeğin University, Çekmeköy Campus
Graduate School of Social Sciences
Nişantepe District, Orman Street, No: 34 – 36, 34794
Alemdağ – Çekmeköy / İstanbul

8- If any of the application documents were missing, could I still be conditionally accepted?
Applications with missing documents will not be considered. Applicants are expected to upload all of the required application documents within the application period.

9- Can I apply outside of the announced application period?
Applications are not accepted outside of the announced application period.

10- When will interviews be held?
The interview dates are available on the “Application Calendar and Online Application” page.

11- Can I benefit from any scholarship opportunity?
There is a 100% scholarship opportunity based on academic success.

12- How many semesters does the tuition waiver cover?
An annual fee is assessed for Ph.D. in Design, Technology and Society. Annual tuition covers the Fall and Spring semesters of an academic year, and is paid in two installments each semester before semesters start. Summer session is not included in annual tuition. Annual tuition is revised every year, and students must pay the revised annual tuition for each year they pursue their studies. Further details about tuition and fees are available in the link given.

13- What is the maximum period of study for PhD Programs?
The maximum period of study for PhD Programs is 12 semesters. Students who fail to graduate within their maximum period of study are expelled from the University by the decision of the respective Graduate School Execute Board (GSEB).

14- Do you accept applications in the Spring semester?
Applications do not be invited in the Spring semester.

15-Where can I find the academic calendar?
The academic calendar is accessible on the Student Services webpage. Please click the link given.

16 - Should I include the original copies of my documents in my application file?
You may submit the copies of the required application documents in your application file. However, you must provide the original copies at the time of enrollment.

17 - How you do announce your application calendar? Does it change every year?
Our application period usually starts in May. However, the call for applications is usually made in April.  The exact dates are announced on the university website.

18 - What time are the classes? Where are they held?
Classes are scheduled for weekdays from 08:40 to 17:00. Courses are held on Çekmeköy Campus.

19 - Can I apply for your program twice?
There is not any limitation on the number of times you may apply for the program. The same application procedure will apply for each application.