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ADMISSION
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ADMISSION TO BOGAZICI UNIVERSITY
Information for Undergraduate Degree Applicants
TERMS OF INITIAL ADMISSION TO DEGREE PROGRAMS AT BOGAZICI UNIVERSITY
For Turkish Nationals:
Candidates desiring to enroll at the undergraduate programs of Bogazici
University (B.U.) need to take the Student Selection Examination (OSS),
conducted by the Student Selection and Placement Center (OSYM). OSYM places
candidates according to their scores, the university quotas and their
list of choices. Those placed at B.U. gain the right to enroll. Turkish-Cypriots
are subject to the same application criteria. The address of OSYM is as
follows: "Ogrenci Secme ve Yerlestirme Merkezi, OSYM 06538,
Ankara TURKEY." For detailed information, please refer to the
Home Page of OSYM at: http://www.osym.gov.tr/
Requirements Of Admission For Transfer Students
Download the
Application form for Transfer (Turkish & Non-Turkish Students)
1. Students actively studying toward Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of
Science (B.A./B.S.) degrees at universities either in Turkey or abroad,
who have successfully completed at least one year
(two terms) of their education (excluding language preparatory
classes) and who have not interrupted their active enrollment in a
higher education program for more than a semester prior to their
application for transfer, can apply as transfer students. However,
transfer to the last two semesters of the undergraduate program is not
applicable. Application forms must be submitted to the Registrar's
Office within the dates specified in the
Academic Calendar.
The number of openings and rules of admission designated by various
faculties of B.U. are announced by the Registrar's Office prior to the
application period. Candidates must successfully provide all documents
in order for their application to be considered.
2. English is the official language of instruction at B.U.;
therefore, all candidates must provide proof of English proficiency. All
applicants need to take one of the examinations listed below and obtain
the minimum score indicated.
EXAMINATIONS
BUEPT (Bogazici University English Proficiency Test)
Minimum Score: 60
This test is conducted by the Bogazici University School of Foreign
Languages (YADYOK) several times a year. Inquiries concerning the dates
of the BUEPT should be made directly to YADYOK. The score received from
BUEPT is valid for two years. For more information on BUEPT, please
refer to the Home Page of YADYOK at:
http://www.yadyok.boun.edu.tr/
USA: TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Minimum Score: 550, TWE: 4.5
Computer-based TOEFL: 213, TWE: 4.5
TOEFL IBT Test :79, TWE:24
TOEFL is given at least once a week throughout the year in many
countries around the world, and its score is valid for two years. There
are two types of TOEFL examinations, and both are valid only with the
TWE section.
UK: IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
Minimum Score: 7
IELTS is conducted by the British Council, and its score is valid for
two years.
3. Documents Required for Application:
a. The completed application form obtained from the Registrar's
Office or the University's Home Page.
b. An official copy of the transcript.
c. A photocopy of high school transcript.
d. An official document indicating the applicant's disciplinary
record at the university from which he or she is transferring (This only
applies to students transferring from Turkish universities).
e. A document demonstrating the applicant's English proficiency.
f. OSYM score card (If OSS or YOS was not taken, international
applicants must send their SAT score cards).
g. The receipt of application fee.
Documents concerning application and admission should
be addressed to:
Bogazici University
Registrar's Office (Kayit Isleri Sube Mudurlugu)
34342 Bebek
Istanbul - TURKEY
Tel: +90-212-359 4408 or 359 7088
Fax: +90-212-287 0943
e-mail: registr
Application forms, including all the enclosed documents, will not be returned to applicants.
Bogazici University Home Page: http://www.boun.edu.tr/
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