Academic Mobility: Explore the World with METU!

Dear Students,

The International Engineering and Technological University (METU) invites students to participate in the Academic Mobility Program and spend one semester studying at one of our international partner universities.

Participation in academic mobility gives students the opportunity to gain international academic experience, experience a new educational and cultural environment, improve foreign language skills, and expand their professional network.

Who Can Apply?

The competition is open to:

• 2nd- and 3rd-year students;
• students with a GPA above 2.75;
• students with English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

1. Academic transcript — an up-to-date record of academic performance;
2. Copy of a valid international passport;
3. Two 3×4 cm photographs;
4. Student application form — completed by hand;
5. Parent`s application form — completed by hand;
6. Academic Mobility Participant Questionnaire — completed clearly and legibly;
7. Student reference letter from the academic advisor, approved by the Head of Department.

All documents must be submitted to the Department of International Cooperation: Academic Building 1, 7th floor, Room 73.

Participant Questionnaire

To participate in the competition, students must complete the official student questionnaire. The questionnaire includes the student's personal information, language proficiency, preferred foreign universities, intended study period, expected number of ECTS credits, and a brief statement of motivation for participating in the program.

Selection Process

After the application period and document review are completed, candidates who meet the eligibility requirements will be invited to an interview conducted in English. The interview will be conducted by the Director of the METU Department of International Cooperation.

During the interview, the following will be assessed: the candidate's level of English proficiency; motivation for participating in the Academic Mobility Program; readiness to study at a foreign university.

The date and time of the interview will be communicated to shortlisted candidates separately.

Application Deadlines

• For the Fall Semester — by June 15.
• For the Spring Semester — by November 10.

Please note that some international partner universities accept applications for the Spring Semester only until October 15. Therefore, students are strongly advised to submit their documents as early as possible.

Important

• All documents must be properly completed and submitted as a complete package.
• The student and parent application forms must be completed by hand.

Study. Travel. Grow with METU!