Yaşar University was established in 2001 in Izmir by the Selçuk Yaşar Sports and Education Foundation. Located in Izmir, Western Anatolia, the university has gained global recognition and frequently appears in prestigious international rankings such as U-Multirank, Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, and QS World University Rankings.
Continuing its steady growth, Yaşar University remains committed to its mission of becoming a truly international university.
Key Facts
University Type: Private / Foundation (Non-profit)
Established: 2001
Location: Izmir, Turkey (Bornova – DYO Campus)
International Students: ~12–15%
Language of Instruction: Turkish & English
Specialization: Engineering, Economics & Administrative Sciences, Arts & Design, Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences, Law
Faculties: 7
Programs: 25+ undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs
Student Population: ~10,000 (as of 2024)
Global Recognition: Frequently listed in U-Multirank, THE, and QS World Rankings
History & Foundation
Yaşar University was established in 2001, and its first undergraduate programs started in the 2002–2003 academic year. The Bornova DYO Campus opened in the 2004–2005 academic year, marking an important step in the university’s growth. Since its foundation, Yaşar University has steadily expanded its academic and institutional capacity.
In its first year, the university enrolled 500 students, and by 2024 it will have graduated around 10,000 students—a remarkable 20-fold increase in enrollment over 20 years.
Education & Research
Yaşar University offers a wide range of graduate and undergraduate programs across ten faculties, including 30 undergraduate, 14 associate, 71 master’s, and 15 doctoral programs. It also provides remote learning opportunities for staff and students wishing to pursue distance education. In addition, the university supports academic flexibility through double major and minor programs.
Through international programs such as Erasmus and Global Exchange, the International Relations and Programs Office plays a key role in welcoming and supporting foreign students.
Yaşar University’s mission is to educate creative, future-oriented individuals who will contribute to society through high-quality education and research. Among its research centers are the International Law Practice and Research Center, the Center for Mediterranean Studies, and the European Union Research Center. These facilities enable staff and students to engage in innovative research projects year-round.
The university provides research funds to support academic endeavors, while its six specialized research centers and state-of-the-art laboratories serve as hubs for scientific inquiry and innovation.
Student Life & Global Opportunities
Yaşar University not only provides a high-quality education but also prepares its students for a successful professional life. The university offers a variety of career development programs and post-graduation support services, which benefit nearly 70% of graduates.
The Career and Alumni Center supports students and alumni with career planning, CV preparation and review, and career counseling—either in person or via email. Thanks to these services and the university’s strong industry connections, 95% of Yaşar University graduates (as of 2023) secure employment within one year of graduation.
Contact Information
Visitor Address:
Yaşar University – Bornova DYO Campus
Universite Caddesi, Ağaçlı Yol, No: 35-37
35100 Bornova / Izmir, Turkey
Phone: +90 (232) 570 70 00
Fax: +90 (232) 570 75 00
Email: info@yasar.edu.tr
