Application & Admission

Program applications must be submitted online via http://registration.bogazici.edu.tr/BUIS/BUISAPPS/GradApplication.aspx

For the most current information regarding program openings, application dates, required documents, and examination schedules, please refer to http://adaylar.bogazici.edu.tr/en-EN/Home

Click on the link below to access the Online Application System Guide:
Online Application System Guide

MA. Program Application Requirements

Quota: variable (There is no quota for English preparatory class)  

GPA:  3.00/4.00         

ALES: Verbal: 55       

GRE / GMAT: ALES Verbal 55 or GRE Quantitative score of 149 and GRE Verbal score of 146 is accepted.        

English proficiency: BUEPT or TOEFL 550, TWE 4.5 or TOEFL (CBT) 213, TWE 4.5 or TOEFL (IBT) 79, TWE 22 or IELTS Academic Score: 6.5, Academic Writing Score: 6.5

Official Transcript: Required           

Diploma: An undergraduate degree diploma or a graduation document. Those who have not graduated yet must submit an official letter indicating that they are expected to graduate.

Student disciplinary record: Required for applicants holding a degree from a university in Turkey.   

Statement of Purpose: Required      

Reference letter: Two letters. Reference letters are not required for graduates of B.U. Department of Western Languages and Literatures (Program in English Language and Literature).