{"id":26306,"date":"2023-10-05T09:30:48","date_gmt":"2023-10-05T06:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elmevira.com\/?p=26306"},"modified":"2025-03-03T19:52:53","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T16:22:53","slug":"educational-equivalency-in-turkey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elmevira.net\/en\/educational-equivalency-in-turkey\/","title":{"rendered":"Educational Equivalency in Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\nOne of the requirements for studying in Turkey is the equivalence process of academic credentials. <\/span>The process of credential<\/span> equivalence involves the individual evaluation of all certificates, transcripts, and courses taken.<\/span> The purpose of this process is<\/span> to ensure that the submitted academic documents align with the educational standards of the destination country.<\/span> If there is a discrepancy in the credentials, the student <\/span>will be required to<\/span> complete <\/span>certain<\/span> courses and skills in the destination country. This process is also known as<\/span> “<\/span>Denklik<\/span>.”<\/span>\r\n\r\nBefore<\/span> studying at Turkish universities<\/span>, prospective students must go through the Denklik process<\/span>.<\/span> Applicants wishing to study in Turkey must approach reputable legal institutions <\/span>that specialize<\/span> in this field. <\/span>In this<\/span> article<\/span>, we<\/span> will thoroughly discuss Denklik and the costs involved in the equivalence process for academic credentials in Turkey.<\/span>\r\n

Academic Credential Equivalence<\/span><\/h3>\r\nBefore diving into the specifics of academic credential equivalence in Turkey, <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> essential to understand the importance of this process. <\/span>One <\/span>of the key steps<\/span> for studying abroad is ensuring that academic credentials are equivalent to those recognized by the host <\/span>country’s<\/span> educational system. Due to the differences in educational systems between countries, universities in certain countries such as Turkey, European universities, the United States, and Australia may not be familiar with or accept <\/span>the<\/span> credentials from other countries.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTherefore, international students are required to have their academic documents equivalently recognized. <\/span>Through the Denklik process, the<\/span> academic experience and practical skills <\/span>of a student are assessed<\/span>.<\/span> Denklik determines whether the applicant needs to take additional courses or skills training. If necessary, the applicant must complete these educational requirements before enrolling in the university. The Denklik certificate certifies that the applicant meets the <\/span>conditions necessary<\/span> for admission to international universities.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Academic Credential Equivalence in Turkey<\/span><\/h3>\r\nDenklik, or the equivalence of academic credentials in Turkey, applies to <\/span>both<\/span> pre-university and university-level documents. <\/span>The equivalence of credentials for primary to high school levels is overseen by Turkey\u2019s Ministry of National Education<\/span>, while<\/span> the Council of Higher Education (YOK) is responsible for the equivalence of university degrees.<\/span> The cost of credential equivalence in Turkey varies depending on the level of education.<\/span>\r\n

Credential Equivalence for Different Education Levels<\/span><\/h3>\r\nDenklik in Turkey <\/span>is carried out<\/span> for various levels of education. Applicants wishing to study in Turkey must approach the relevant authorities or institutions based on their <\/span>level of<\/span> education or field of study to complete the equivalence process for their credentials. Credential equivalence is mandatory for students seeking to migrate to Turkey for educational purposes. The education levels that require credential equivalence include:<\/span>\r\n
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  • Pre-University or Diploma Program<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Associate\u2019s Degree<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Master\u2019s Degree<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Doctorate \/ General Medicine<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
  • Specialist Doctor \/ Post-Doctorate<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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    Required Documents for Denklik in Turkey<\/span><\/h3>\r\nTo <\/span>have their educational credentials recognized<\/span> in Turkey (Denklik), applicants must first gather information about the required documents and conditions.<\/span> Then, they must prepare the necessary paperwork and pay the fee for credential equivalence. The required documents for Denklik in Turkey are:<\/span>\r\n
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    1. Online Application (Randevu)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    2. Original or Certified Copy of Educational Document<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    3. Valid Passport with a Copy<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    4. Completed Application Form for Credential Equivalence<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    5. Recent Photo of the Applicant<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    6. Residence Card or Randevu Document<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    7. Certified Translation of Educational Documents in Turkish<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    8. Proof of Legal Residence in Turkey<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t
    9. Payment Receipt for the Equivalence Fee<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

      Cost of Credential Equivalence in Turkey<\/span><\/h3>\r\nOne <\/span>of the important considerations<\/span> in the equivalence process is the cost. The fee for Denklik of pre-university documents is usually around <\/span>500 Turkish Lira<\/span><\/strong>. The cost of credential equivalence can vary between countries or even different regions within the same country.<\/span> However, on average, the cost of credential equivalence in Turkey and many other countries is approximately <\/span>200 Euros<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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      Conditions for Denklik in Turkey<\/span><\/h3>\r\nAs previously mentioned, one of the key requirements for studying in Turkey is the <\/span>credential equivalency process (Denklik)<\/span><\/strong>. <\/span>Through Denklik, <\/span>the<\/span> academic and practical skills <\/span>of applicants<\/span> are assessed.<\/span> If needed, students must attend designated preparatory courses to enhance their skills before entering the university. There are specific conditions for equivalency, especially for <\/span>master’s<\/span> and doctoral degrees.<\/span>\r\n

      General Conditions:<\/span><\/h4>\r\n
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      • Non-medical graduates<\/span><\/strong>: Students whose last degree is <\/span>not related<\/span> to medicine do not need a <\/span>Taninirlik Belgesi<\/span><\/strong> (recognition certificate of educational qualifications).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
      • Applicants for employment<\/span><\/strong>: Those migrating to Turkey for work must complete the <\/span>full<\/span> credential equivalency process.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
      • Graduates in medical fields<\/span><\/strong>: Those with a <\/span>master\u2019s<\/span> or doctoral degree in medicine must fully complete the Denklik process in Turkey.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

        Medical Degree Equivalency:<\/span><\/h4>\r\nGraduates from medical fields who studied outside Turkey must complete the Denklik process to continue their education or employment in Turkey. The process for medical degree equivalency in Turkey includes:<\/span>\r\n
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        1. Booking an Online Appointment (Randevu)<\/span><\/strong>: An appointment must be made for the equivalency process.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        2. Translation and Notarization<\/span><\/strong>: Educational and residency documents need to <\/span>be translated<\/span> into Turkish and notarized by the Turkish consulate.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        3. STS Examination<\/span><\/strong>: Applicants must participate in the <\/span>STS (Specialization in Medicine Exam)<\/span><\/strong> to assess their qualifications.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        4. Minimum STS Score<\/span><\/strong>: A minimum score in the STS exam is required <\/span>for the equivalency to <\/span>be granted<\/span>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
        5. Local Denklik Process<\/span><\/strong>: The equivalency must <\/span>be completed<\/span> within Turkey<\/span> itself. Equivalency via the Turkish embassy in the <\/span>applicant’s<\/span> home country is <\/span>not sufficient<\/span>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nThis process ensures that foreign medical qualifications align with Turkish standards before students can continue their medical education or work <\/span>in the field<\/span> in Turkey.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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          STS Exam (Specialization in Medicine Exam)<\/span><\/h3>\r\nFor individuals<\/span> who have obtained their medical and dental degrees from universities outside Turkey and wish to continue their medical or dental education in Turkey or work in these fields<\/span>, they<\/span> must take the <\/span>STS exam<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span> This exam is part of the credential equivalency process in Turkey and consists of two stages.<\/span>\r\n
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          1. Stage 1<\/span><\/strong>: Basic Sciences<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
          2. Stage 2<\/span><\/strong>: Clinical Sciences<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nParticipation in each stage of the STS exam depends on the <\/span>university\u2019s<\/span> decision and the <\/span>applicant’s<\/span> scores. The key features of the STS exam are:<\/span>\r\n
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            • Language<\/span><\/strong>: The exam <\/span>is <\/span>conducted<\/span> in Turkish, and applicants must be proficient in <\/span>the<\/span> Turkish <\/span>language<\/span>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
            • Passing Score<\/span><\/strong>: The minimum passing score for the STS exam is 40 out of 100.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
            • Organization<\/span><\/strong>: The <\/span>exam <\/span>is administered<\/span> by the<\/span> Student Selection and Placement Center (\u00d6SYM)<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

              Credential Equivalency for Non-Medical Fields in Turkey<\/span><\/h3>\r\nApplicants who have studied non-medical fields outside Turkey do not need to undergo the same equivalency process as medical graduates. Instead, they must follow a different procedure for their credential recognition, which includes:<\/span>\r\n
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              1. Obtaining an Evaluation Certificate<\/span><\/strong>: They must apply for an evaluation certificate from the relevant Turkish authorities.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
              2. Admission to a Turkish University<\/span><\/strong>: Applicants <\/span>need to<\/span> be admitted to a Turkish university to begin the evaluation process.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
              3. Evaluation by Y\u00d6K<\/span><\/strong>: The <\/span>Higher Education Council of Turkey (Y\u00d6K)<\/span><\/strong> is responsible for evaluating<\/span> the credentials.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nFor specific fields such as <\/span>engineering and architecture<\/span><\/strong>, applicants need to take the <\/span>STS-2 exam<\/span><\/strong>. <\/span>Those with <\/span>teaching degrees<\/span><\/strong> need to take the <\/span>KPSS exam<\/span><\/strong> (Public Personnel Selection Exam) and score at least <\/span>50 out of 100<\/span><\/strong> to proceed with their credential recognition.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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                SAT Exam<\/span><\/h3>\r\nOne of the steps in the credential equivalency process in Turkey is taking the <\/span>SAT exam<\/span><\/strong>. The SAT is a standardized exam for admission to Turkish universities and colleges for undergraduate programs. Applicants who have completed their high school education and wish to pursue studies in Turkey must take the SAT. The exam consists of two main sections:<\/span>\r\n
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                • Section 1: Verbal<\/span><\/strong> (includes writing, language, and reading comprehension): Scored between <\/span>200-800<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                • Section 2: Mathematics<\/span><\/strong>: Scored between <\/span>200-800<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

                  Credential Equivalency for Pharmacy Degrees in Turkey and Iran<\/span><\/h3>\r\nMany of Turkey’s medical universities are recognized globally, and several are approved by Iran’s Ministry of Health.<\/span> As a result, students who have studied pharmacy at universities recognized by Iran’s Ministry of Health do not need to undergo the credential equivalency process for their pharmacy degrees.<\/span>\r\n

                  Problems of Not Completing the Credential Equivalency Process in Turkey<\/span><\/h3>\r\nOne of the most <\/span>important<\/span> steps for working or studying in Turkey is completing the credential equivalency process (Denklik). Failure to undergo this process can lead to the following problems:<\/span>\r\n
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                  1. Inability to Continue Studies in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>: Students will not be able to receive approval to continue their education in Turkish universities.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                  2. Inability to Establish a Medical Practice<\/span><\/strong>: Medical professionals will not be granted permission to open a practice (for doctors).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                  3. Inability to Work in Public and Private Companies<\/span><\/strong>: Graduates may not be able to obtain work permits for employment in both public and private sectors in Turkey.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t
                  4. No Registration in the Turkish Engineering System<\/span><\/strong>: Engineering graduates <\/span>will not be able to<\/span> register with the Turkish Engineering Association, preventing them from carrying out construction and civil engineering projects.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

                    \"\u0647\u0632\u06cc\u0646\u0647<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIssuance of Equivalency Certificates to Universities<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nIf a student’s high school diploma is not ready at <\/span>the time of<\/span> enrollment in a Turkish university, the equivalency certificate will not be issued. The student must pledge to submit the certificate of equivalency to the university within a maximum of 90-180 days. <\/span>The pledge states that failure to provide the equivalency certificate within 180 days will <\/span>result in the cancellation of<\/span> the student’s registration.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTurkish Equivalency Certificate and Turkish Language Proficiency<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo have their educational qualifications recognized in Turkey, students must take the STS exam (for medical fields) or the SAT exam (for undergraduate admission). Full proficiency in Turkish is required to participate in these exams, as they <\/span>are conducted<\/span> in Turkish. Therefore, applicants must be fluent in Turkish and provide a TOMER (Turkish Language Proficiency) certificate.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDuration of the Educational Equivalency Process in Turkey<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe duration of the educational equivalency process in Turkey depends on various factors, such as the level and field of study. Typically, the verification process for equivalency takes between 3 to 6 months. <\/span>However<\/span>, for medical and engineering fields<\/span>, it may take up to a year.<\/span>\r\n

                    \"\u0634\u0631\u0627\u06cc\u0637<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSummary<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nEducational equivalency in Turkey is a crucial requirement for employment and continued education at Turkish universities. Educational equivalency, or<\/span> “<\/span>denklik,<\/span>” <\/span>involves the evaluation of the <\/span>applicant’s<\/span> educational documents and transcripts. <\/span>Through the Turkish equivalency process, it <\/span>is determined<\/span> whether the applicant possesses the academic, educational, and practical skills necessary to meet the standards of Turkish universities.<\/span> If the <\/span>applicant\u2019s<\/span> documents are not approved, they must attend designated courses.<\/span>\r\n\r\nUpon completing the courses, the applicant can continue their studies at the university or pursue their professional career by passing the relevant exams with a minimum passing score. The cost of educational equivalency for pre-university levels in Turkey is usually 500 Turkish Lira. For university-level documents worldwide, the average cost is around 200 Euros. Medical students must take the STS exam and achieve a minimum score of 40 out of 100. Engineering and architecture students take the SAT-2 exam and <\/span>also need to<\/span> score at least 40 out of 100.<\/span>\r\n\r\nApplicants <\/span>who have<\/span> a teaching degree must take the KPSS exam and obtain at least 50 out of 100. Elm Vira Immigration Institute has a team of experienced consultants, lawyers, and legal experts who provide the best legal and immigration advice for prospective students. <\/span>With complete access to the right information, Elm Vira helps <\/span>pave the way for achieving both<\/span> academic and professional goals.<\/span> You can contact our consultants for more information by <\/span>submitting a request for<\/span> a free consultation.<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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