KATIP Turkish Language Program 2026 in Turkey (Fully Funded)

Courses

Turkey

September 3, 2025

Scholarship

Urgent

Application ends: September 10, 2026

Date Posted

September 3, 2025
Location:

Turkey
Expiration date

September 10, 2026
Funding Type

Fully Funded
Level

Non-Degree, Short Program

Job Description

Overview of KATIP Turkish Language Program 2026

The KATIP Turkish Language Program 2026 invites international students, scholars, diplomats, and public officials to participate in an immersive Turkish language and cultural experience in Turkey. Organized by YTB, this fully funded 8-month program offers a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of Turkish language, culture, and society.

Participants will benefit from fully covered expenses, including airfare, accommodation, a monthly stipend, and program training fees, making it a completely scholarship-funded program.

Why Join KATIP 2026?

Fully Funded: No cost for tuition, accommodation, or travel
Cultural Immersion: Experience Turkish arts, traditional sports, and local culture
Networking Opportunities: Meet Turkish officials, scholars, and fellow international participants
Professional Growth: Enhance your career prospects through language mastery and cultural understanding

Program Details

Duration: 8 Months
Location: Ankara, Turkey
Organized By: YTB
Eligible Nationalities: All
Application Deadline: 8th September 2025

Scholarship Coverage Includes:

Monthly stipend
Round-trip airfare tickets
Accommodation
Turkish language education costs
Cultural activities and educational trips

Objectives of the KATIP Program

The KATIP Turkish Language Program aims to:

Enable diplomats, scholars, and public officials to immerse themselves in Turkish language and culture.
Offer participants a rich cultural experience with visits to Istanbul, Konya, Çanakkale, and other historical sites.
Organize seminars with renowned professors and visits to Turkish ministries, institutions, and think tanks.
Strengthen international relations between Turkey and participants’ home countries.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements to apply for the fully funded KATIP Turkish Language Program 2026:

Must not be a Turkish citizen or resident at the time of application
Have three or more years of professional experience in a relevant institution (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
Applicants must either hold a Ph.D. or be working towards one and be employed at a university or research center. Preference is given to candidates in Turkish studies
Proficiency in English (speaking and listening)
Age: Under 40 as of January 1, 2025