WHAT IS THE TR YÖS EXAM?
1. Purpose, Location, Time, and Languages
The TR YÖS (Turkish Exam for Foreign Student Admission) is a mandatory admission requirement organized by YÖK (Turkish Higher Education Council) for international students seeking undergraduate or associate degree education in state universities in Türkiye.
Core Objectives
- Affordable education opportunity: $300 - $2,000 annual fees.
- Chance to enroll in popular departments like Medicine and Dentistry.
- Increases the chance of obtaining a Full Scholarship via Turkish Scholarships.
Location and Timing
- Held twice a year (May and November). (Not online)
- Conducted in approximately 60 different countries outside Türkiye.
- Exam result is valid for two years.
Exam Languages
- Available in Turkish, English, French, Arabic, Russian, and German.
- ISSA Eduinturkey offers multilingual Exam Preparation Programs.
2. Exam Content and Preparation Support
Exam Content, Structure, and Duration
TR YÖS measures candidates' basic learning skills, and the **exam duration is 80 minutes.**
The **80 questions** in the exam generally consist of: 45 IQ – General Aptitude, 30-32 Mathematics, and 3-5 Geometry questions.
Preparation and Resources with ISSA Eduinturkey
- 24/7 study opportunity in any language with Artificial Intelligence Support.
- Regular material sharing via WhatsApp Support Groups.
Recommendation:
We recommend attending TR YÖS courses for more detailed preparation and better results. Unfortunately, exam preparation is generally in Turkish. However, as an Agency, we provide multilingual educational support.
TR YÖS EXAM APPLICATION PROCESS (with ISSA Eduinturkey)
1. Step-by-Step Registration Procedure
Step 1: Pre-Registration
Pre-register for free on our website. (Payment is mandatory for final registration.)
Step 2: Document Preparation and Payment
Prepare your passport, diploma, and photo. Pay the consultancy and exam fee. (Payments are strictly non-refundable.)
Step 3: Official Registration and Preparation
Your registration on the ÖSYM portal is finalized by our expert team, and you are included in the WhatsApp group.
Step 4: Admission Document
The Exam Application Document is received immediately after payment, but the Official Exam Admission Document is delivered to you ~10 days before the exam.
2. Post-Exam Registration at State Universities
WARNING: There is NO centralized placement system. Students must apply separately through each university's own system using their TR YÖS scores.
Important Admission Criteria:
- For Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy: At least 90% and above success (350+ points) is mandatory.
- For other programs: A score above 250 is generally sufficient.
- Students scoring at least 150 points in the TR YÖS exam may still be placed in some programs.
TR YÖS ALTERNATIVES AND NON-EXAM APPLICATION
Alternative International Exams (SAT etc.)
Main Accepted Exams:
- SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is accepted by many universities.
- Others: International exams like A-Level, GCSE, ACT, or IB may also be accepted.
- Prestigious universities like Boğaziçi, ODTÜ, Hacettepe, and Cerrahpaşa accept these International Exams.
Private (Foundation) Universities
No Exam Requirement!
- Admission Criteria: High school diploma GPA (%60+ expected).
- Language of Instruction: Generally English.
- Fast Process: Conditional acceptance letter can be obtained in a maximum of 1 week.
State Admission with Diploma
In Certain Circumstances:
- During additional placements or when quotas are unfilled, admission may be granted based only on the high school GPA.
- These programs mostly offer Turkish instruction.
- HEALTH: Medicine/Dentistry/Pharmacy definitely require an exam result.
ISSA EDUINTURKEY SERVICES AND FEES
1. Comprehensive Registration and Preparation Support
Registration and Application Support
- ÖSYM Registration: All official processes are handled by our expert team.
- Application Guidance and Exam Center Information.
- Provision and delivery of the official TR YÖS Exam Admission Document.
Exam Preparation Support
- 24/7 access to the AI-Powered Chat Bot and Special WhatsApp Groups.
- Multilingual Educational Materials supported by artificial intelligence.
2. Consultancy and Registration Fees
Agency Consultancy Fee
100 USD
Fee for exam registration and preparation services only.
ÖSYM Exam Registration Fee
25 - 75 USD
Varies by country (Max. 100 USD).
Approximate Total Fee
~150 USD
Payment Methods: PayPal, Western Union, Wire Transfer. (Non-refundable)








