Istanbul Okan University

Istanbul Okan University's vision is to be among the leading and most innovative universities in Türkiye and the world. The university aims to contribute to the development and well-being of society by delivering education at the highest standards and preparing students to be fully ready to enter the modern business world. Okan adopts the philosophy of "Learning Based on Practice," which gives students field training at major companies from their early years of study. The university is also committed to fostering international openness and welcoming international students, building academic partnerships with universities in Europe, Asia and the Americas, strengthening a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, and offering scholarships to outstanding international students wishing to study in Türkiye.

Istanbul Okan University stands out as one of the most culturally diverse private universities in Türkiye, hosting students from more than 90 nationalities and offering programs in five languages, Turkish, English, Arabic, Russian and German, making it an ideal destination for Arab students wishing to study in Türkiye. Through its "Learning Based on Practice" model, students receive hands-on training at major companies. The university operates two campuses: the main Tuzla Campus on the Asian side, with residence halls, sports facilities and a theater, and a campus in central Istanbul for the Faculties of Medicine and Dentistry, located near Okan University Hospital. The university offers Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy programs in English and is internationally recognized. It provides competitive scholarships for outstanding international students, a fully equipped international relations office supporting foreign students with admissions and residency procedures, and Erasmus academic exchange programs.