Registration at Sabancı University is a straightforward process, but it requires careful attention and avoiding the mistakes we will outline.
The New Horizons team, specializing in Turkish private universities registration, has prepared this practical guide to help you register correctly and secure admission quickly and flawlessly. So keep reading.
The admission requirements for Sabancı University are similar to those of other private Turkish universities. All you need to do is submit the following documents:
Important Note:
All documents must be translated into English or Turkish if they are not in either language and notarized.
Here's how to easily and accurately submit your application to Sabancı University:
Make sure you have all the required documents, as the university has confirmed on its official website that it will automatically reject any application that does not contain all the required documents, as well as any untranslated or uncertified documents.
Registration at Sabancı University through University's official website is a paid service and costs $30. Therefore, we recommend registering via the New Horizons form for free by entering the required information. As an agent, we will then forward it to the university free of charge.
After the New Horizons team receives your application, they will verify that the documents are complete and accurate, and then forward them to the university. You should then expect to wait two to three weeks for a response.
Upon acceptance, you will receive a conditional acceptance letter requiring payment of a portion of the program fees upfront. This step is to verify the student's commitment to enrollment. Once the full amount is paid to the university, you will receive final acceptance.
Online registration at Sabancı University is not enough to start studying; you must obtain a student visa to Turkey and resubmit the original documents with translated copies to the university's student affairs office in person.
With this ease you can register and be accepted to Sabancı University with complete confidence, without worrying about submitting the application incorrectly. If you have any other questions you can send to us via a free consultation request.

The New Horizons team has prepared an easy-to-use application form for Sabancı University for international students. It can be filled out in the following steps:
If you face any problems while filling out the university registration form, you can apply directly through a free consultation request.
Simply submit the required documents, translated and certified as per the university's requirements. If you prefer to apply yourself through the university's website, ensure you fill in all fields with accurate information.
You will receive a response from the university, either acceptance or rejection, within the timeframe we have specified.
It takes at least two weeks for Sabancı University to issue conditional admission after receiving the student's application. Final admission is issued once the university's requirements are met.
After receiving your final acceptance letter from Sabancı University, you have two steps:
You can do this by submitting an application to the Turkish consulate nearest to you, along with the necessary documents.
The university requires the student to come in person and submit the original documents, along with additional documents, to the Student Affairs Office. These documents are:
The university may require additional documents for some majors, so it is advisable to check your email regularly for any further requirements the university may send you.
After completing your registration at Sabancı University, the student affairs officer will inform you of the date of the language proficiency test at Sabancı University, if you haven't submitted any certificates proving your language skills. Based on this test, the required language proficiency level will be determined before you can begin your studies.
After completing all procedures of registration at Sabancı University, you must complete some important legal steps:
The duration of residence for those who have obtained a student visa in Turkey is 30 days. During that period, you can apply for a student residence permit by submitting an application to the International Students Office at the university, which in turn sends your file to the Immigration Department.
Student Health insurance in Turkey is one of the most important procedures for students in Turkey. We have explained its types, fees, and validity in detail in the article: Health Insurance for Students in Turkey.
This is not mandatory, but it is necessary. It only requires you to provide your residence permit, passport information, and proof of residence to the customer service representative.
The student transportation card is a form of financial support offered to students in Istanbul, providing a 50% discount on all public transportation.
Sabancı University charges a $30 registration fee for receiving student files, but you can register completely free of charge by contacting the New Horizons team, the official and authorized agent for the university.

The university has announced that registration for the 2025-2026 academic year will be open from August 6th to September 12th, and the deadline for tuition payment will be from September 9th to 11th, 2025.
New Horizons is considered one of the best registration offices at Sabancı University. It has received official accreditation from the university as a trusted destination for registration and consultation, and holds ISO certification for quality educational services.
Sabancı University is one of the best private universities in Turkey for studying engineering. Its engineering programs have received MUDEK accreditation for adhering to European standards, including:
Here are the most common mistakes that most students make during registration at Sabancı University, along with solutions:
Now you are fully aware of the step-by-step registration at Sabancı University, including all the required documents for initial and final registration, and how to easily and promptly secure your admission.
If you wish to register at Sabancı University for free, with academic guidance and support until you begin your studies, don't hesitate to contact your educational advisor by requesting a free consultation.
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After many years of working on registering thousands of students in Turkish universities, and answering an unlimited number of questions about studying in Turkey, these are the most important questions that concern students
The basic admission requirements at Sabancı University for 2025 include submitting a high school diploma or its equivalent, a translated and certified transcript, a valid passport, and an official personal photo.
There is no specific age requirement for admission; however, if the student is under 18 years old, they are required to either provide a parental consent letter or be accompanied by a parent during the final registration process to sign the necessary documents.
No, the preparatory year is only mandatory for students who do not pass the university's placement test.
Accepted language certificates include TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 85, IELTS Academic with a score of 6.5, PTE Academic with a score of 71, and for Turkish, a TÖMER certificate at level B2 or C1 depending on the program.
The required GPA varies by major: 75% for Engineering and 65% for other programs.