METU Northern Cyprus Campus: Fees, Programs and Admission
A campus of Turkey's state university METU in Güzelyurt: English-track engineering and social sciences, a METU diploma and exam-based scholarships.
METU Northern Cyprus Campus (METU NCC) is not a local North Cyprus university. It is a campus of Middle East Technical University (METU, Ankara), a Turkish state university, and it follows the same academic rules and standards as the main campus. Graduates of METU Northern Cyprus receive a METU diploma signed by the METU rector and join the graduation ceremony in Ankara.
The campus is small, around 3,150 students according to the university, and focused on engineering plus a few business and social science programs. Tuition for international students is $9,450 a year, and competitive scholarships of 25% to 100% are available for strong SAT, ACT, IB or A-Level results.
It suits applicants who want an engineering degree from a Turkish state university, taught in English, with a clear diploma status. It does not suit students who want medicine, dentistry or pharmacy (the campus has none), or those looking for the lowest possible tuition in North Cyprus.
| Key facts | METU NCC |
|---|---|
Status | Campus of Middle East Technical University (METU), a Turkish state university |
Founded | Invitation from the governments of Turkey and North Cyprus in 2000; founding law in 2003 |
Degree | METU diploma signed by the METU rector; graduation ceremony in Ankara |
Diploma Supplement | Europass Diploma Supplement for all graduates (as stated by the university) |
Location | Güzelyurt (Morphou) area, 5 km from the town |
Students | About 3,150; 1,600+ graduates since opening |
International community | Students from 46+ countries |
Undergraduate tuition | $9,450 a year, international quota |
Registration fee | $500 per semester |
Scholarships | 25%, 50%, 75%, 90% or 100% of tuition, competitive |
Medicine, dentistry, pharmacy | Not offered |
How to apply | Online at apply.ncc.metu.edu.tr |
Tuition fees at METU NCC
Undergraduate tuition for the international quota is $9,450 a year for first-year students under the current price list. On top of tuition, every student pays a $500 registration fee each semester. It can be paid in two parts and covers documents, exams, the student ID, the diploma and the campus health center. The university invoices in US dollars.
The price list for the next academic year is not published yet. Budget using the current figures and expect them to change. The reduced rate of $6,300 a year is not a general discount: it applies only to one child of METU campus staff, children of METU graduates, and siblings of current undergraduates.
| Fee item | Amount | Price-list year |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate tuition, international quota | $9,450 a year | Current |
Registration fee | $500 per semester | Current |
Reduced tuition (children of METU staff or graduates, siblings of current undergraduates only) | $6,300 a year | Current |
Master's tuition, international students | $4,200 a year | Previous year |
Transcript | $10–20 | Current |
Scholarships and the exam scores behind them
Scholarships cut tuition by 25% to 100% and are awarded on academic results. Places are limited, so meeting a threshold does not guarantee an award. The scholarship page is labeled with the previous academic year, but its base price matches the current fee. The university also accepts A-Level, BTEC and AP results for scholarships.
| Scholarship | Tuition after scholarship | SAT minimum (Math) | ACT | IB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
25% | $7,087.50 | 1000 (500) | 27 | 30 |
50% | $4,725 | 1200 (670) | 29 | 36 |
75% | $2,362.50 | 1400 (750) | 32 | 40 |
90% | $945 | 1450 (760) | 34 | 41 |
100% | $0 | 1500 (790) | 36 | 42 |
The $500 registration fee per semester applies at every scholarship level. To keep a scholarship, you need a CGPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00; on academic probation it is suspended. Students in the English prep program need a score of 50 or more to keep it. Separate merit scholarships (for a GPA of 3.50 or higher) and need-based support scholarships also exist. For a comparison with other universities, see tuition fees and living costs in North Cyprus.
METU NCC tuition by scholarship level
USD per year, undergraduate international quota
- No scholarship$9,450
- 25% scholarship$7,087.50
- 50% scholarship$4,725
- 75% scholarship$2,362.50
- 90% scholarship$945
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Programs and the degree you receive
The undergraduate program list on the university's site includes:
Undergraduate programs at METU NCC
- Aerospace Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Industrial Engineering (new program)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Software Engineering (new program)
- Business Administration
- Political Science and International Relations
- Psychology
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Students can add one of 12 minors, including Data Science, Information Systems, Mechatronics, Renewable Energy and Engineering Management. The university's general information page mentions 15 undergraduate and 5 master's programs, while the program list shows 11 bachelor's degrees. We confirm the current intake list for your program before you apply.
Teaching is in English, as at METU in Ankara. Applicants need proof of English or must take the English Preparatory Program first.
The degree is the main difference from other universities in North Cyprus. You graduate with a METU diploma, issued by a Turkish state university, not by a North Cyprus institution. That means it should go through the usual process for Turkish documents, including an apostille in Turkey, rather than the special legalization route used for diplomas of local North Cyprus universities.
Admission requirements for international students
METU NCC sets minimum grades by the country where you finished secondary school. Each country has its own criteria page, and the university states that meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. An alternative route is TR-YÖS, where applicants need a result in the top 10 percentiles. Our general guide to admission requirements in North Cyprus covers the other universities.
How to apply to METU NCC
1
Check the criteria for your school system. Find the page for the country where you completed secondary school (Pakistan, Nigeria, India, Egypt, a GCC country and so on) and compare your grades with the minimums.
2
Decide on international exams. The university accepts all major international exams, including SAT, ACT, IB and A-Level. Scholarships are awarded on these results, so a strong SAT or IB score can lower your tuition significantly.
3
Prove your English. To skip the prep program, the published minimums are TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0 or PTE 55, with results valid for 2 years. Teaching English as a Foreign Language requires more: TOEFL iBT 86, IELTS 7.0 or PTE 65. Without a certificate, you take the METU English Proficiency Exam on campus or join the prep program.
4
Prepare your documents. Usually this means your secondary school certificate and transcripts, your passport and your English certificate. Translation and certification requirements depend on your country.
5
Apply online at apply.ncc.metu.edu.tr. Upload your documents and exam results in the portal.
6
Plan your timeline. METU NCC has not yet published application deadlines for the next intake. The university releases the exact dates closer to the intake, so prepare exams and documents early.
7
After admission, arrange travel and your residence permit. See the student visa section below.
What to know before you apply to METU Northern Cyprus
North Cyprus (the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) is recognized only by Turkey. Diplomas from local North Cyprus universities are not recognized automatically in the EU and not recognized at all in the Republic of Cyprus. METU NCC is different because the diploma comes from METU in Ankara. Still, recognition in your home country is decided by your country's authority, case by case. Check the rules at home before you apply. Our page on degree recognition in North Cyprus explains the full route.
Honest limitations and how to handle them
- No medical programs. There is no medicine, dentistry or pharmacy at METU NCC. If you plan a medical career, compare Eastern Mediterranean University or Near East University.
- Higher sticker price. Most programs at other North Cyprus universities cost roughly $4,500–6,500 a year after their standard discounts. At METU NCC, the price drops to that level only with a scholarship, and scholarships depend on exam scores.
- The $6,300 rate is not for everyone. It covers only children of METU staff or graduates and siblings of current students. Do not budget with it unless you qualify.
- A prep year may add time. Without the required English score, you start with the English Preparatory Program before your degree.
- The Green Line matters. The Republic of Cyprus treats entry through Ercan airport as illegal entry. You may be refused at crossing points to the south and fined in the Republic of Cyprus.
- A student residence permit does not give you the right to work. A job with a local employer requires a separate work permit arranged by the employer.
- Daily costs are paid in Turkish lira, and lira prices keep rising. Plan your living budget in dollars or euros.
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Rankings and accreditation
The key status fact is the campus's link to METU. METU NCC is attached to METU in all academic and administrative matters and applies the same standards as the Ankara campus. All graduates receive a Europass Diploma Supplement, according to the university.
Program accreditation is available for part of the engineering portfolio. On October 19, 2021, ABET's Engineering Accreditation Commission accredited several METU NCC bachelor's programs, including Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, Computer and Civil Engineering. Aerospace, Industrial and Software Engineering were not on that list. Program accreditation helps with individual evaluation by employers and universities, but it is not the same as state recognition. We check the current accreditation status of your program before you apply.
We do not quote rankings on this page, because we publish only figures we have verified at the source.
Housing and student life
On-campus dormitories cost $1,429.50–2,962.50 per semester, depending on the building and the number of beds in the room. There is also a one-time refundable deposit of $200. These figures come from the university's previous-year page; current rates may differ.
The campus sits in the Güzelyurt (Morphou) area, 5 km from the town. It has laboratories, a library, a sports complex and a Culture and Convention Center. With about 3,150 students from 46+ countries, it is a quiet, study-focused campus rather than a big-city experience.
We do not publish a monthly living budget for North Cyprus, because we have no reliable source for it. We estimate your costs for food, transport and phone during the consultation.
Student visa and residence permit
Most students reach North Cyprus through airports in Turkey, since direct flights to Ercan operate mainly from Turkey. Check early whether you need a Turkish visa for your connection. North Cyprus introduced an e-Visa on August 24, 2026. According to published reports, Nigerian citizens must get the e-Visa before travel, while most other nationalities receive a visa on arrival.
Every international degree student needs a student residence permit. You apply online through the immigration department's system, reportedly within 30 days of entry. Then you pass a medical check at an authorized clinic in North Cyprus and pay the fees online. Universities report each student's status to the immigration system every three months, and withdrawal from studies cancels the permit.
Full steps and fees are on our page about the student visa and residence permit in North Cyprus.
Other options in North Cyprus
If METU NCC does not fit your scores, budget or program, compare universities with different profiles. Eastern Mediterranean University is a public university with medicine and a wide range of ABET-accredited engineering programs. Near East University, Cyprus International University and Girne American University are private universities with automatic discounts for international students. Start with the overview of studying in North Cyprus.
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