Dormitories, universities, and student living costs by city
Pick a region on the map of Turkey and compare cities by KYK dormitory points, state/foundation universities, number of programs, rent, food, and transport costs.
KYK Yurt Ücretleri 2026-2027
Gençlik ve Spor Bakanlığı'nın 2 Eylül 2026'da açıkladığı yeni tarifeye göre KYK yurt ücretleri oda tipine göre aylık 1.000 TL ile 1.590 TL arasında değişiyor (bir önceki döneme göre ~%23,3 artış).
| Oda Tipi | Aylık Ücret | Kapasite / Özellik |
|---|---|---|
| Tip 1 | 1.000 ₺ /ay | 6-8 kişilik oda · Ortak banyo/tuvalet |
| Tip 2 | 1.125 ₺ /ay | 4-6 kişilik oda · Ortak banyo/tuvalet |
| Tip 3 | 1.125 ₺ /ay | 3-4 kişilik oda · Oda içi banyo/tuvalet |
| Tip 4 | 1.320 ₺ /ay | 2-3 kişilik oda · Oda içi banyo/tuvalet |
| Tip 5 | 1.455 ₺ /ay | 1-2 kişilik oda · Oda içi banyo/tuvalet |
| Tip 6 | 1.590 ₺ /ay | Tek kişilik süit · Oda içi banyo/tuvalet |
| KKTC | 2.100 ₺ /ay | Kuzey Kıbrıs Türk Cumhuriyeti yurtları |
Kaynak: Gençlik ve Spor Bakanlığı (GSB). Yurt tipi ve doluluk durumu yurda göre değişir, güncel bilgi için kygm.gsb.gov.tr adresini ziyaret edin.
Provinces with KYK Dorms
Every one of Turkey's 81 provinces has at least one KYK dorm; 348 dorm locations in total are spread across provinces and districts. KYK dorms belong to the Ministry of Youth and Sports, not to universities — students of every university in a city can apply to that city's dorms.
Top 10 provinces by KYK dorm locations
- 115 dorm locations
- 210 dorm locations
- 39 dorm locations
- 49 dorm locations
- 59 dorm locations
- 68 dorm locations
- 78 dorm locations
- 88 dorm locations
- 98 dorm locations
- 108 dorm locations
Dorm location = a province/district settlement with a KYK dorm (one location may have several buildings). See the KYK Dorm Guide for girls'/boys' dorms and district lists.
Province-by-province KYK dorm list and 2026-2027 fees →Click a region to filter cities instantly
Each region shows its number of provinces and total KYK dormitory points. Click a region or pick quickly below.
Which city would you like to study in?
Click a region on the map above or type a city name.
81 cities and 348 KYK dormitory points are listed for comparison across Turkey.
Cities with many programs and more affordable living costs
A city-by-city guide to universities and dormitories in Turkey
Turkey has 205 universities, 19.094 bachelor's and associate degree programs, and 348 KYK dormitory points spread across its 81 provinces. Pick your city from the list below to compare its state and foundation universities, dormitory options, and estimated monthly rent, food, and transport costs.
Among the most budget-friendly student cities are Bilecik, Uşak, Kütahya, Burdur, Osmaniye, Niğde, while İstanbul, Ankara, İzmir, Antalya, Konya, Mersin are among the provinces with the most universities and programs. When choosing a city, it's worth weighing not just university rankings but also the cost of living and dormitory capacity.
Frequently asked questions
- Which city should I study in, and how do I decide?
- Weigh three factors together: which cities have universities offering your target program, the monthly cost of living there (rent + food + transport), and KYK dormitory capacity or scholarship chances. Use the filters on this page to quickly compare cities that fit your budget.
- Which are the cheapest student cities?
- In general, Anatolian provinces outside the big metros (mid-sized and smaller university cities such as Sivas, Amasya, Kırşehir, and Niğde) are among the most affordable, with monthly living costs of roughly 13,500-22,500₺; in major cities like İstanbul, Ankara, and İzmir this figure can exceed 26,000₺.
- Am I guaranteed a spot in a KYK dormitory?
- KYK dormitory placement is score-based (criteria such as family income and academic achievement), and quotas vary by city and dormitory. This page shows the number of dormitory points; for exact application and quota details, check our KYK Dormitory Guide page and the official KYK website.
- Is a city with more universities always the better choice?
- Not necessarily. Big cities with many universities (İstanbul, Ankara, İzmir) offer more program options and social opportunities, but living costs are higher too. A mid-sized city with a handful of strong universities can be more balanced in terms of budget and academic goals.
- Does every province have a KYK dorm?
- Yes. All 81 provinces of Turkey have at least one KYK dorm, and there are KYK dorms in the TRNC as well. The number varies by province — Konya, Manisa, Ankara, Balıkesir and Samsun have the most dorm locations.
- Does every university have a KYK dorm?
- KYK dorms belong to the Ministry of Youth and Sports (Credit and Dormitories Directorate), not to universities, so there is no such thing as a university's own KYK dorm. Students enrolled at any university in a city can apply to that city's KYK dorms. Some universities also run their own dormitories, which are independent of KYK.
- Are KYK dorm fees the same in every city?
- Yes. KYK fees depend on the room type, not the city, and follow one nationwide tariff: in 2026-2027, ₺1,000 (Type 1) to ₺1,590 (Type 6) per month, and ₺2,100 for TRNC dorms. The same room type costs the same in Istanbul and in Sivas.