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Middle East Technical University

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Overview

Established in 1956, the Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (Middle East Technical University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Ankara (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Northern Cyprus Campus and Mersin-Erdemli. Officially recognized by the YÖK - Yükseköğretim Kurulu (YÖK - Council of Higher Education), Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (ODTÜ / METU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Turkish higher education institution. Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (ODTÜ / METU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 68-year-old Turkish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Turkish higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ODTÜ / METU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Middle East Technical University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Middle East Technical University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Middle East Technical University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Middle East Technical University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name (English) Middle East Technical University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym ODTÜ / METU
Founded 1956
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University Location

Address Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi Üniversiteler Mah. Dumlupınar Blv. No:1, Çankaya
Ankara
06800 Ankara
Turkey
Middle East Technical University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Middle East Technical University Phone Number (312) 210 1100
Middle East Technical University Fax Number (312) 210 1105
Other locations Northern Cyprus Campus and Mersin-Erdemli

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi.



Middle East Technical University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Middle East Technical University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Middle East Technical University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Middle East Technical University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Middle East Technical University has more than 1700 international students.

Middle East Technical University's Admission Office Admission Office

ODTU, Ogrenci Isleri Daire Baskanligi
Ankara 06531
(312) 210 2131


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Middle East Technical University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Middle East Technical University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Middle East Technical University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Middle East Technical University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Middle East Technical University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Middle East Technical University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Middle East Technical University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Middle East Technical University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Middle East Technical University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Middle East Technical University's Library


Middle East Technical University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Middle East Technical University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Middle East Technical University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Middle East Technical University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Middle East Technical University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Middle East Technical University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Middle East Technical University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Middle East Technical University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Middle East Technical University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Middle East Technical University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: YÖK - Yükseköğretim Kurulu

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1956


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements, and supports open education.
Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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