Imam Hatip High School 2026 in Turkey

Job Description

Opportunity Description

The Turkish Diyanet Foundation (TDF) is now accepting applications for the TDF Imam Hatip High School Scholarship for 2026. This scholarship provides an excellent educational program for international students wishing to study at Imam Hatip High School in Turkey. TDF aims to enhance Islamic education and train qualified individuals in 111 countries.

General Information

• Degree: High School Diploma
• School: Imam Hatip High School
• Language Requirement: Not required
• Opportunity Type: Fully Funded Scholarship
• Language of Instruction: English, Turkish
• Application Fee: No

 Brief Details

• Organized by: Turkish Diyanet Foundation (TDF)
• Application Period: January 15 – February 28, 2026
• Application Evaluation: March 1, 2026
• Interview Process: March 1–May 15, 2026
• Result Announcement: June 1, 2026
• Location: Turkey
• Level of Study: High School

 Benefits of the Scholarship

The TDF Imam Hatip High School Scholarship offers a wide range of benefits to students, including:

• Annual health expenses coverage
• Residence permit or fees
• Clothing allowance
• Annual round-trip flight tickets
• Stationery support
• Summer and winter camps
• Academic support activities
• Three meals per day
• Access to library facilities
• Sports fields
• Visits to historical sites and various cities
• Private tutoring for students wishing to memorize the Quran
• Opportunity to serve as an Imam on Fridays
• Market permissions
• Free school uniforms and textbooks
• Computer room access
• Lounges and 24-hour hot water
• Canteen services
• Various courses and activities for personal development

 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a citizen of any country except the Republic of Turkey
• Must be single (not married)
• Born on or after January 1, 2010
• Must have graduated from higher secondary or equivalent to Turkish grade 8 with a minimum score of 70%
• Must not have been punished during their education
• Must not have repeated or been suspended from school for more than two years
• The applicant or their family must not reside in Turkey and must live in their home country
• Must not be a refugee or living with family in Turkey
• Must be mentally and physically healthy
• Must not have completed primary education in Turkey
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 Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Valid original secondary school certificate or certified copy
• Transcript of the 8th grade and, if applicable, the previous year’s transcript
• Passport or certified copy of passport
• An official health report
• Six passport-sized photographs (4.5 x 6 cm)
• Valid education visa
• Birth certificate
• Parental or guardian consent for studying in Turkey
• Also, you can use the necessary documents here.

 Application Procedure

Applications will undergo document and information checks for preliminary evaluation. Candidates will be invited for face-to-face interviews in their respective countries, during which the interview panel will assess the following areas:

• Visual aptitude test
• Knowledge of Quranic recitation and Tajwid
• Basic religious knowledge (faith, worship, Sirah ethics)
• General culture
• Self-expression ability
• Awareness of preferences
• Special talents
• Language skills

 How to Apply

Students can apply online through the Turkish Scholarship Website. Applications submitted via email or post will not be accepted.

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