Founded in 1967 in the capital city of Ankara, Hacettepe University is a major public research university in Turkey with a strong emphasis on health sciences, engineering, and social sciences. Guided by its motto “To the leading edge, toward being the best,” the university combines academic excellence with a strong commitment to human values, innovation, and sustainability.

With 16 faculties, 31 associate degree programs, 98 undergraduate programs, and 371 graduate programs, Hacettepe University offers comprehensive education in medicine and health sciences, natural and engineering sciences, and social and human sciences. The university’s main campuses in Sıhhiye and Beytepe, together with additional campuses across Ankara, provide both an urban medical hub and a green, spacious learning environment. Today, more than 1,100 international students study at Hacettepe University, adding a global perspective to its academic community.