Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before May 2027
Language
- English
- TOEFL iBT: 87
Delivered
- On Campus
Campus Location
- Ankara, Turkey
Disciplines
- Economics
Overview
The Ph.D. program in Economics from Bilkent University is a program requiring the attainment of scientific competence in conformity with international scientific standards.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Ph.D. Pre-Thesis Seminar
- Research Methods in Economics
- Ph.D. Dissertation
- Research Methods and Academic Publication Ethics
- Academic Practices
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 2.5
- GRE: Required
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 87
Other requirements
- Proof of Degree: Yes (if already obtained)
- Transcripts: Yes (most recent one available at the time of application)
- Statement of Purpose: 1-2 pages
- Letter of Recommendation: 3
- Other: Solid math background is recommended. Candidates with a strong analytical background from all disciplines are welcome to apply.
Tuition Fees
- International: 24,715 AUD / year (≈ 17,600 USD / year)
- National tuition: 535,400 TL
Living costs
Ankara, Turkey: 46-68 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available for the Economics PhD program.

