FindUniPath EditorialAbdullah Gül University (AGU) at a glance
- City
- Kayseri
- Type
- Public university
- Website
- agu.edu.tr
Key takeaways
- AGU's 2026/27 tuition is $2,000 a year for engineering, architecture and life sciences, $1,500 for managerial sciences and $1,400 for humanities and social sciences.
- All graduate programs cost $1,000 a year in 2026/27.
- Every AGU program is taught 100% in English; IELTS is not accepted for the English exemption.
- There is no application fee, but you must pay one semester's tuition within 7 days of acceptance to hold your place.
- AGU warns about fake acceptance letters: apply only through the official portal and pay only to the university's account.
On this page
Abdullah Gül University (AGU) in Kayseri charges international students $1,400 to $2,000 per year for a bachelor's degree and $1,000 per year for any graduate program in 2026/27. Every program is taught 100% in English, so AGU is one of the cheapest ways to get a full English-taught degree at a Turkish state university.
This guide covers AGU's official fees and dorm prices, its programs, the scores it accepts, the 2026/27 dates and the steps to apply safely.
Why AGU is good value
- Very low USD fees: among the lowest English-taught fees in our Turkey data.
- Fully English campus: no Turkish-taught programs to avoid by mistake.
- Global Challenges core curriculum: all students take an interdisciplinary core alongside their major.
- On-campus dorms with published prices, which makes budgeting easier.
- No application fee and no agencies: you apply directly on the official portal.
AGU tuition and costs (2026/27)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Engineering, Architecture, Life and Natural Sciences | $2,000 per year |
| Managerial Sciences | $1,500 per year |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | $1,400 per year |
| Graduate programs (all) | $1,000 per year |
| Dormitory | 7,000 TRY per month + 7,700 TRY one-time deposit |
| Canteen lunch (Sept 2026) | 50 TL per weekday meal |
Tuition is set in US dollars and does not include meals. Dorm places are limited, and housing is not guaranteed for graduate students. Health insurance (state or private) is compulsory.
Money you need early
After acceptance you pay a pre-registration deposit equal to one semester's tuition within 7 days, to the official university account; it is deducted from your yearly fee. At registration you also show proof of funds equal to one semester's tuition.
English-taught programs at AGU
Our data lists 13 bachelor's, 8 master's and 6 PhD programs, all taught in English:
| Level | Programs |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's: engineering and architecture | Civil, Computer, Electrical and Electronics, Industrial, Mechanical, Materials Science and Nanotechnology Engineering; Architecture |
| Bachelor's: life sciences | Molecular Biology and Genetics; Bioengineering |
| Bachelor's: business and social sciences | Business Administration; Economics; Political Science and International Relations; Psychology |
| Master's | Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology; Industrial Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Engineering; Bioengineering; Architecture; Policy Analytics in Global Issues; Data Science for Business and Economics |
| PhD | Industrial Engineering; Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Civil Engineering |
Compare with other options in our guide to English-taught programs in Turkey.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's
You need one accepted exam or diploma. AGU's 2026/27 criteria include:
- SAT at least 1100/1600 (send scores with DI code 7466) or ACT at least 24 (code 7081)
- GCE A/AS/O-level combinations (minimum C), French Baccalaureate at least 13/20
- WAEC with B3 in four subjects, or KCSE B-
- TR-YÖS (valid two years) with the percentile AGU sets
- Conditional admission on the diploma alone is possible with a GPA of at least 90%
Meeting the criteria does not guarantee admission; a commission decides based on demand and quotas. At registration you need a diploma equivalence certificate (Denklik) from the Turkish Ministry of National Education, proof of funds and health insurance.
English
Pass the AGU English proficiency exam or show a certificate accepted by the School of Foreign Languages; otherwise you take an English prep year. IELTS is not accepted. Graduate applicants need TOEFL iBT 80 (Writing 22) or the AGU exam; master's students can be admitted conditionally without a certificate.
Master's and PhD
The Graduate School of Engineering and Science ranks applicants on a placement score of at least 75/100: 50% ALES or GRE, 15% GPA and 35% interview for master's. You need GRE Quantitative 153, ALES-SAY 70 or GMAT 500; international applicants without GRE can be admitted conditionally for two semesters.
Deadlines
- Bachelor's 2026/27: applications ran 19 January to 14 August 2026 (12:00 noon Turkish time). Dates for 2027/28 are not published yet.
- Graduate spring 2025/26 (last published): 8 December 2025 to 1 January 2026, interviews 6 January 2026. Spring 2026/27 dates are not published yet; check the graduate deadlines page.
AGU's long bachelor's window is helpful, but places are limited, so apply early. You can track deadlines for free on FindUniPath.
Beware of fake acceptance letters
AGU accepts applications only through its official portal, not through agencies. Pay only into the university's official account. If anyone asks you to pay elsewhere, contact the International Office first.
Scholarships
AGU does not publish a tuition scholarship for international bachelor's students. Graduate students may get housing or scholarship opportunities through the Graduate School. The main external route is Türkiye Scholarships (applications 10 January to 20 February each year). See our scholarships guide.
Settling in: insurance, residence and work
Kayseri is a quieter base than Istanbul or Ankara, and AGU's published dorm and meal prices help you plan. Beyond tuition and housing, budget for these official steps:
- Health insurance: apply for SGK General Health Insurance within 3 months of your first registration; otherwise you need private insurance for your residence permit.
- Residence permit: apply on e-İkamet after registration and while your visa is still valid. The permit card fee is 964 TL from 1 January 2026.
- Work: bachelor's students can work only with a work permit and only after their first year; a student residence permit is not a work permit.
Our cost of studying in Turkey guide explains the full budget.
Honest pros and cons
Benefits
- Lowest English-taught fees among our top picks
- Everything taught in English
- Published dorm and meal prices
- Long application window for bachelor's
Difficulties
- Smaller program list than big universities
- IELTS not accepted
- Deposit of one semester's fee due within 7 days of acceptance
- Kayseri is far from Istanbul and Ankara
How to apply to AGU step by step
- 1
Choose your program
Check the faculty and fee group on the AGU programs page.
- 2
Prepare your score
SAT, ACT, GCE, Baccalaureate, WAEC, KCSE or TR-YÖS.
- 3
Apply on the official portal
Submit on the AGU student information system with diploma, transcript, score report and passport.
- 4
Pay the deposit
Pay one semester's tuition to the official account within 7 days of acceptance.
- 5
Get Denklik and a visa
Apply for the diploma equivalence certificate and a student visa. See our Turkey student visa guide.
- 6
Register and get your residence permit
Register in Kayseri with proof of funds and insurance, then apply on e-İkamet.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Abdullah Gül University tuition for international students?
In 2026/27, AGU charges $2,000 a year for engineering, architecture and life sciences, $1,500 for managerial sciences, $1,400 for humanities and social sciences, and $1,000 for graduate programs.
Is AGU taught in English?
Yes. All AGU programs are taught 100% in English. If you do not pass the English exemption, you take an English prep year first.
Does Abdullah Gül University accept IELTS?
No. AGU does not accept IELTS for English exemption. Use the AGU proficiency exam or another accepted certificate; graduate programs accept TOEFL iBT 80.
Is there an application fee at AGU?
No. But after acceptance you must pay one semester's tuition within 7 days as a pre-registration deposit, which is deducted from your yearly fee.
How much is the AGU dormitory?
For 2026/27 the dorm costs 7,000 TRY per month plus a one-time 7,700 TRY deposit. Places are limited.
Official sources
Checked on 16 October 2026. Rules, fees and dates change — always confirm on the official page before you apply.
- 1.AGU International Office — fees and costs
- 2.AGU — international admission criteria and dates (PDF)
- 3.AGU — 2026/27 international applications announcement
- 4.AGU Graduate School — application requirements
- 5.AGU Graduate School — application deadlines
- 6.Türkiye Scholarships — criteria and programs
- 7.Göç İdaresi — residence permit types
- 8.Göç İdaresi — residence permit fees