Istanbul Medipol University
About Medipol University
Istanbul Medipol University is one of the most prominent private universities in Turkey, especially for medical programs. The university focuses on global quality education, continuous scientific research development, and community contribution.
The university has received multiple international rankings, and its academic staff has earned many awards for high-quality teaching and research performance.
Foundation
Founded in 2009 in Istanbul, the university began its academic activities in 2010.
Vision
To be a leading research university that creates added value in science through innovative researchers.
Mission
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Produce science in line with technological developments.
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Respond to changing societal needs through quality education and innovation.
Key Features
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Times Higher Education 2023 ranking: 1201-1500 globally, +401 among young universities.
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Strong academic staff with awards like Turkish Academy of Sciences and Aziz Sancar Science Award.
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Library with over 74,000 printed books.
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75 undergraduate programs; 24 programs in English.
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Free Turkish course (TÖMER).
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Students can repeat a year for free if failed.
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Advanced engineering research, e.g., 5G with Samsung.
Statistics
- 12 faculties
- 75 undergraduate programs
- 111 vocational institute programs
- 82 master’s programs
- 36 PhD programs
- 1,313 academic staff
- 38,297 students (+5,000 international students)
- 103 laboratories
- 16 research centers
- 3 campuses
- 133 student clubs
Accreditation
Medipol University is accredited across European countries and recognized in several Arab countries including Egypt, UAE, Jordan, Iraq, Yemen, Lebanon, Palestine, Somalia, and Sudan.
Campuses
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Kavacık Campus: North and South campuses near Kavacık Forest, hosting faculties: Dentistry, Pharmacy, Education, Architecture & Fine Arts, Law, Communication, Humanities, Business & Management, Engineering & Natural Sciences, Health Sciences, Medicine.
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Golden Horn Campus: Central location in Istanbul, hosting Health Sciences Institute and vocational institutes.
University Hospitals
Nine hospitals across Istanbul: Bağcılar, Kadıköy, Sefaköy, Pendik, Üsküdar, Bahçelievler, Esenler, Çamlıca, Fatih.