The Program

Fatih University was founded by Turkish Association of Health and Medical Treatment, Fatih University officially opened at the inauguration ceremony attended by ex-President Süleyman Demirel on 18 November 1996. Fatih University is administered by a Board of Trustees having 9 Members. The Faculty of Arts and Sciences, The Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Engineering and Law Faculties, Institutes of Sciences and Social Sciences and School of Vocational Studies are located in Istanbul while the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, Vocational School of Medical Studies, and School of Vocational Studies are in Ankara.

The University sets its sight at attaining universal quality in terms of education and scientific research and projects. It co-operates with European and US universities for educational and research purposes, to help increase the quality of education to international standards. Foreign professors who have acquired high reputation in their respective fields were invited to Turkey in this regard and co-operation agreements have been concluded with many foreign universities, including John Carroll University.

Students can choose from a wide range of courses in various academic departments in the Faculty of Arts & Sciences, e.g. languages, biology, philosophy, etc. For more specific course information, please click the above link.

Location

Fatih University is located in the ancient city of Istanbul (Constantinople), with a history that stretches back 2 000 years. Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and fifth largest city proper in the world with a population of 12.6 million. Istanbul is also a megacity, as well as the cultural and financial center of Turkey. It is located on the Bosphorus Strait and encompasses the natural harbor known as the Golden Horn, in the northwest of the country. It extends both on the European and on the Asian sides of the Bosphorus, and is thereby the only metropolis in the world that is situated on two continents.

In its long history, Istanbul has served as the capital city of the Roman Empire (330–395), the East Roman (Byzantine) Empire (395–1204 and 1261–1453), the Latin Empire (1204–1261), and the Ottoman Empire (1453–1922). The city was chosen as joint European Capital of Culture for 2010. The historic areas of Istanbul were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985.

Financial Aid Information

Students are able to apply all their financial aid, with the exception of work-study, to this program. This includes scholarships, federal and state aid. To learn how to take advantage of this opportunity, please consult with the Office of Financial Aid.

Program Costs (2009-2010 costs)

$13,970 John Carroll University Tuition

$2,210 Room

$1,880 Board

$18, 060 Program Total

How to Apply

Admission to this program is based on academic standing and student maturity. Applications may be obtained from the Center for Global Education. Applications are due no later then 15 March 2010 for the 2010-2011 academic year.

For further information, please contact the Center for Global Education

For further information on Turkey, please see the following links:

CIA World Fact Book: Turkey

Country Information: Turkey Tourism

US Department of State Consular Info. Sheet: Turkey

CDC Country Report: Turkey