Overview

The Economics faculty at Koc University has a solid reputation as contributors to the frontiers of knowledge in Türkiye and abroad. Recently, the department has been ranked number 1 in Türkiye and continues to improve its ranking in Europe and the world.

Features

They will have the opportunity to participate in the research projects of faculty members and teach their own classes so that they can develop their teaching skills further.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Mathematical Foundations

Microeconomics

Advanced Microeconomic Theory

Econometrics

Advanced Econometrics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Economics View 10 other PhDs in Economics in Turkey

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

We strongly encourage applicants to submit a scanned image of the transcript at the time of application, which can speed processing; however, a final, official transcript will be required of all admitted students during registration.

The Graduate School requires three letters of recommendation for Ph.D. applications. These should be by persons well qualified to speak from first-hand knowledge about the applicant’s potential for graduate study. Letters of recommendation must be submitted online.

All native applicants and international applicants whose native language is not English must ensure that the Graduate School receives their official score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

(Fully-funded)

Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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