Study in Turkey from Indonesia — Without a Scholarship
An affordable, YÖK-accredited private university in the heart of Istanbul — from $2,200/year, no IELTS, no entrance exam, up to 50% discount and your acceptance letter in 48 hours.
Official authorized admissions partner of Istanbul Kent University
6,000+
International students
60+
Countries represented
80+
Programs offered
48h
Acceptance decision
Istanbul Kent University — YÖK-accredited, in the heart of Istanbul. OWO Academy is its official authorized admissions partner.
Why Indonesian Students Choose Istanbul Kent
Affordable Private University
From $2,200/year — well below the $5,000–$20,000 most Indonesians expect from a Turkish private university (universitas swasta). The realistic paid route if you don't win a scholarship.
No Entrance Exam (Tanpa Ujian)
Document-based admission — your SMA/MA diploma and transcript are enough. No YÖS, no SAT, no entrance test required.
No IELTS / TOEFL
Admission without an external English certificate. Kent runs its own free placement test for English-taught programs.
Acceptance in 48 Hours
Once your documents are complete, your conditional acceptance letter is issued within two business days.
Official Authorized Partner
We are Istanbul Kent University's officially authorized admissions partner — direct, guaranteed processing, not a third-party broker.
YÖK-Accredited Degree
Istanbul Kent University is accredited by Türkiye's Council of Higher Education (YÖK) — a globally recognized degree eligible for Indonesian equivalence (penyetaraan ijazah).
Popular English-Taught Programs
The programs most chosen by Indonesian students at Istanbul Kent — all taught in English, all admission-by-document.
Business Administration
English-taught · most popular among Indonesian students
$2,900/yr*
International Relations
English-taught · Political Science & IR
$2,900/yr*
International Trade & Business
English-taught · Bachelor & Master
$2,900/yr*
Economics & Finance
English-taught
$2,900/yr*
Nursing
English-taught · BSc
$2,900/yr*
Computer Engineering
Turkish-taught (English prep available)
from $2,200/yr*
*After 50% upfront-payment discount. 2026–2027 prices.
Campus & Student Life in the Heart of Istanbul
Study on a modern central-Istanbul campus with social spaces, labs and easy access to the city — in a Muslim-majority country where Indonesian students feel at home.
Student Accommodation in Istanbul
We help Indonesian students find safe, affordable housing close to campus — from partner dormitories to shared student apartments.
Partner Dormitories
Furnished rooms with meals, security and study areas — popular with first-year international students.
Student Apartments
Shared flats near campus with Wi-Fi and transport links, ideal for budget-conscious students.
We Guide You
Our team helps you book accommodation before you arrive, so you land in Istanbul fully settled.
Transparent Fees & 50% Discount
2026–2027 tuition for international students. The discounted price applies automatically with upfront payment — no hidden fees. This is the university's own discount, separate from Türkiye Bursları.
| Program | Standard | With 50% Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration (English) · Bachelor | $5,800/yr | $2,900/yr |
| International Relations (English) · Bachelor | $5,800/yr | $2,900/yr |
| International Trade & Business (English) | $5,800/yr | $2,900/yr |
| Master's (English, Non-Thesis) | $5,000 | $2,500 |
| Dentistry (English) · 5-year program | $70,000 | $35,000 total |
| Pharmacy (English) · 5-year program | $36,000 | $18,000 total |
Living costs in Istanbul: ~$400–$700/month. Prices in USD, VAT included.
How to Apply from Indonesia
Send your documents
Passport, SMA/MA diploma and transcript. Our team reviews them free of charge.
Get accepted in 48 hours
Receive your conditional acceptance letter from Istanbul Kent University within two business days.
Pay the deposit & confirm
Secure your place with the deposit (deducted from tuition). We send your final acceptance.
Apply for your student visa
We guide you through the Turkish student visa application at the consulate in Jakarta — typically 2–4 weeks.
Fly to Istanbul & enroll
Complete on-campus registration. We support you through arrival, residence permit (ikamet) and settling in.
Helpful Guides for Indonesian Students
Study Without a Scholarship
Didn't win Türkiye Bursları? The affordable paid route — kuliah di Turki tanpa beasiswa.
Tuition & Living Costs
Full biaya kuliah breakdown — Kent ~$2,900/yr after discount + living from $400/month.
Without an Entrance Exam
No YÖS, no SAT, no IELTS — document-based admission. Kuliah di Turki tanpa ujian.
Requirements (Syarat)
The exact documents you need — passport, SMA/MA diploma and transcript.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Indonesian students study in Turkey without a scholarship (kuliah di Turki tanpa beasiswa)?
Yes. Türkiye Bursları (the government scholarship) is very competitive — only around 5,000 of 150,000+ applicants are selected each year. If you are not selected, Istanbul Kent University is a realistic paid route: an affordable private university from about $2,200 per year, with up to a 50% discount on English-taught programs. There is no separate exam or IELTS to apply.
How much does it cost for Indonesian students (biaya kuliah)?
English-taught Bachelor programs are around $2,900 per year after the 50% upfront-payment discount — well below the $5,000–$20,000 range most Indonesians expect from a Turkish private university. Programs like Dentistry and Pharmacy are priced for the whole program. Living costs in Istanbul are typically $400–$700 per month.
Is there an entrance exam (YÖS / SAT) or IELTS to apply?
No. Admission is document-based — your SMA/MA diploma and transcript are sufficient, with no YÖS or SAT. For English-taught programs you take Kent's own free placement test instead of IELTS or TOEFL; if you pass, you start directly, otherwise you join the English preparatory year.
Is the Istanbul Kent University degree recognized in Indonesia?
Istanbul Kent University is accredited by YÖK (Türkiye's Council of Higher Education) and its degrees are internationally recognized. Graduates can apply for Indonesian degree equivalence (penyetaraan ijazah) through the relevant Indonesian authorities the same way as for other accredited foreign universities.
Which programs are most popular among Indonesian students at Kent?
Business Administration (English), International Relations, International Trade & Business, Economics & Finance and Nursing are the most chosen English-taught programs. Dentistry and Pharmacy (5-year, English) are popular for students seeking a professional health degree.
How long does the Turkey student visa take from Indonesia?
After you receive your acceptance letter, the Turkish student visa from Indonesia (applied at the consulate in Jakarta) usually takes 2–4 weeks. We guide you through every document; once in Istanbul we help you obtain your residence permit (ikamet).
Start Your Free Application
Leave your details and our team will contact you within 24 hours. No application fee, no IELTS, and your conditional acceptance letter in 48 hours.
- Free application — no hidden fees
- Guidance in English, every step
- Official authorized Kent partner
- Visa & accommodation support
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