Established in 1994, Başkent University is the third foundation university in Turkey. Three campuses are located in Ankara, the capital of the country. The university prioritises scientific research and has become one of the leading Turkish research universities. It stands out in medicine, being a pioneer in organ transplant and operating research centres, hospitals, and dialysis centres across Turkey. According to the Turkish Measuring, Selection and Placement Center, Başkent is the most preferred foundation university in Ankara.

The university offers over 60 undergraduate, 140 graduate, and 40 doctoral programmes in nine faculties and has more than 120 student clubs. Approximately 3% of its students are international, representing 53 countries worldwide.