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Season Tier
Emerald
Div 4
League Points1760 RP
Turkey▼ 0 vs last year

Istanbul University

QS Score
68.8
Global Rank
Academic & Employer Reputation
THE Score
68.8
Global Rank
Teaching & Research Quality
Employment
75.7%
Outcome
Graduate Employability Rate
Intl Ratio
57.6%
Diversity
International Students/Staff

Analysis:Istanbul University has demonstrated strong research output and global reputation, securing its position in the Emerald tier.

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Istanbul court postpones hearing in İmamoğlu’s diploma case to July 6 - Hürriyet Daily News

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Istanbul University revokes imprisoned opposition mayor’s master’s degree - Stockholm Center for Freedom

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Why Do Students Choose Istanbul University?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Istanbul University ranked in the world?

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Istanbul University holds a QS World Ranking score of 68.8/100 and a Times Higher Education (THE) score of 68.8/100. Its comprehensive tier on UniVS is Emerald, reflecting its global standing.

Is Istanbul University good for international students?

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With an international student ratio of 57.6%, Istanbul University offers a highly diverse and welcoming environment for students from abroad.

What is the acceptance rate or employability of Istanbul University?

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The employment rate for graduates is approximately 75.7%, indicating strong demand in the job market. Istanbul University is known for preparing students for competitive industries.

How does Istanbul University compare to other universities in Turkey?

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Istanbul University is a leading institution in Turkey. Use our Comparison Tool to see how it stacks up against local rivals in terms of research, teaching, and prestige.

Is Istanbul University worth the tuition?

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Considering its Emerald Tier status and 75.7% employability rate, Istanbul University generally offers a solid Return on Investment (ROI), especially for degrees in high-demand fields found in its department rankings.

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About This Data

The Reputation Points (RP) determine the dynamic season ranking, combining the Base Composite Score with Community Votes and Live Event Impacts.

The Base Score is calculated using our proprietary methodology that combines data from three major ranking systems: QS World University Rankings (academic & employer reputation, citations per faculty), Times Higher Education (THE) (teaching, research, citations, industry income, international outlook), and ARWU (alumni & staff Nobel Prizes, highly cited researchers, publications).

Tier assignments are based on the RP score using a gamified system inspired by competitive gaming. Rankings and scores are for informational and educational purposes only. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most recent ranking publications. For official rankings, please visit the respective ranking organizations directly.