Perhaps you’ve heard it said that education is the key to unlocking a brighter future. Right here, at Yeditepe University, that future is being built. Yeditepe University is a private foundation university in Istanbul. It was established in 1996. The Istanbul Education and Culture Foundation founded it. Yeditepe University claims to be the largest of Turkey’s 74 foundation universities.
Yeditepe University’s motto is “The University which continues the renaissance of Atatürk”. It reflects the university’s commitment to Atatürk’s principles. These principles include secularism, progress, and community service. The university strives to raise young people to be modern and inquisitive. They should possess the skills needed in the business world.
Let’s delve into the history of Yeditepe University. The Istanbul Education and Culture Foundation sought to promote educational opportunities. The foundation is a non-profit organization. Yeditepe is financially independent. It doesn’t rely on the Turkish Government Treasury Department.
Imagine the campus buzzing with activity. Yeditepe University is mainly located at its purpose-built campus in Kayisdagi. The Faculty of Dentistry and the University Hospital are in other locations. The main campus spans 236,000 square meters of built space. It has 125,000 square meters of open space. There are 319 classrooms. Also there are 22 lecture halls and 32 computer labs. Fine Arts, Architecture, Communication, Engineering and Science students use 74 professional labs. There are also two professional photographic studios.
Yeditepe University provides many facilities. These support academic and social life. There are 34 academic administration units. Faculty members use 287 offices. Students enjoy 28 club rooms. The Central Library offers internet access and private reading areas. Students can reside in halls with a capacity for 1400 people. A multipurpose Conference Hall seats 1200 people. There is a Cinema Complex seating 100 people. A Theatre Hall also seats 100 people. Two television studios cover 524 and 384 square meters. An educational TV studio lab occupies 200 square meters. Educational radio facilities cover 150 square meters. Students use a 550 square meter indoor basketball court. Outdoor basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts are available. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools. They are half Olympic sized. The fitness and aerobics center covers 300 square meters. A shopping complex occupies 783 square meters. Large grassy areas have benches and picnic facilities. Indoor lots provide parking for 400 vehicles.
The 26 August Campus has a unique architectural style. It draws inspiration from the Seljuk Empire. The main entrance soars to 22 meters high. It opens to a lit courtyard reminiscent of Seljuk architecture. Anatolian stone covers the buildings. The university’s symbol is a double-headed eagle. It represents men and women. You can see this symbol at the main entrance. It is repeated throughout the campus.
All academic programs are offered in English. Some exceptions apply. These include programs in French, German, Turkish and Russian. Yeditepe University has exchange programs with over 30 universities in the United States. It also participates in the ERASMUS/SOCRATES program with European institutions.
Yeditepe University comprises eleven faculties. It also has three graduate institutes. One vocational school of higher education completes the structure. The university has a diverse range of academic fields. These range from natural sciences to social sciences. They include fine arts to healthcare sciences and educational sciences. Yeditepe University offers double majors and sub branches. It also provides education opportunities in different countries.
With over 700 collaborations with other universities around the world, Yeditepe University pioneers higher education in Turkey. It has the largest number of students in Erasmus and other exchange programs in Turkey.
As you stand here, consider the impact of Yeditepe University. It shapes future leaders. It fosters innovation. Yeditepe University continues to grow. It aims to improve the quality of education. It produces science for society. The university spreads its activities to the community. It provides scientific contributions to industry.