The Near East University demonstrates its commitment to education and support for individuals from underprivileged or conflict-ridden countries through its diverse and inclusive scholarship opportunities. With 20% of students enjoying the benefit of full scholarships and a substantial 90% receiving some level of scholarship coverage, the university ensures that promising students from disadvantaged nations have access to educational opportunities. Working closely with government ministries and embassies, the university identifies and aids these students through annual scholarship exams held in their home countries, guaranteeing that not even financial hardships, economic crises, or conflict situations can impede their pursuit of knowledge.
Scholarship Program for Female Students
Near East University provides targeted support to female students through dedicated scholarship programs, empowering young women and promoting their education. A special scholarship program covers the educational fees of female students from the Africa and Middle East regions. This initiative supports educational expenses and encourages female students to pursue higher education.
2024: Advancing Equity through Scholarships
In 2024, 89.3% of all students enrolled at Near East University received a scholarship, reflecting the institution’s continued commitment to promoting equitable access to higher education.
Among these students, 21.8% benefited from a full (100%) scholarship, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder academic success.
Gender equality remains a cornerstone of this approach.
In 2024, 1,835 female students were fully funded, representing 22.3% of all female students. This highlights the university’s consistent efforts to empower women through accessible, high-quality education.
Beyond gender, inclusivity also extends across socio-economic boundaries.
Students from low- and lower-middle-income countries continue to receive significant financial support — 72% of these students were awarded scholarships of varying levels in 2024, enabling global participation in the university’s academic community."
From 2019 to 2023, 75.5% of all registered students at Near East University received scholarships. Notably, 82.5% of female students benefit from scholarships, reflecting the university’s commitment to empowering women through education. Furthermore, among female students from low and lower-middle-income countries, 56% receive scholarships, ensuring equitable access to education and fostering diversity.
The enrollment ratio of female students from low and lower-middle-income countries at Near East University is monitored annually.
It's noteworthy that international students from Africa and the Middle East constitute 90% of the scholarship recipients. The advantages of such a scholarship program may include promoting access and equal opportunities in education, empowering women, contributing to societal development, fostering gender equality in education, and facilitating economic independence for female students. We believe that by removing financial barriers to education, this scholarship program can help women realize their potential and make greater contributions to their communities, leading to long-term social and economic benefits.